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Jimmie Johnson announces final Daytona 500 start in No. 48 car

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 12:40 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Jimmie Johnson announces final Daytona 500 start in No. 48 car

Summary

Jimmie Johnson will make his last NASCAR Cup Series appearance in the iconic No. 48 during the 2027 Daytona 500. Johnson, a seven-time champion, announced this decision while expressing his gratitude for the opportunity to drive the car that defined his career. He co-owns Legacy Motor Club and has raced part-time since 2023, driving the No. 84. Rick Hendrick of Hendrick Motorsports confirmed the collaboration, stating bringing Johnson back for a final race felt right. Alex Bowman, who will also end his full-time career in 2027, will drive a different number for the Daytona event but return to No. 48 later in the season.

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•Johnson will race the No. 48 in the 2027 Daytona 500.
•He is a seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion.
•Johnson has made 686 starts in the No. 48 throughout his career.
•He currently drives the No. 84 for Legacy Motor Club.
•Alex Bowman will drive a different car number at the Daytona 500.

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12:40 PMYahoo Sports — Jimmie Johnson Will Reunite With Iconic No. 48 for Final Daytona 500 Start

What they're saying

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Jimmie Johnson will close his legendary NASCAR Cup Series career in familiar fashion, reuniting with the iconic No. 48 for one final start in the 2027 Daytona 500.
— Yahoo Sports

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