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Jimmie Johnson confirms Legacy Motor Club has no JGR alliance

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Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Jimmie Johnson confirms Legacy Motor Club has no JGR alliance

Summary

Jimmie Johnson stated that Legacy Motor Club is not aligned with Joe Gibbs Racing, as they aim to build their own engineering resources. Speaking on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, Johnson expressed confidence in the team's future, projecting that they could contend for wins in 2027. He noted that despite challenges this year, including bad luck, the team remains hopeful of securing a race victory in the current season. Legacy is set to field three full-time cars in 2027, with Josh Berry replacing John Hunter Nemechek in the No. 42 Toyota and Riley Herbst driving the third car, No. 84.

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By the Numbers

•Johnson clarifies Legacy has no technical alliance with JGR.
•Legacy plans to build its own engineering group for better performance.
•Berry will drive the No. 42 car in 2027; Herbst will drive No. 84.
•Legacy hopes to secure a race win this year despite summer challenges.
•Johnson expects the team to be competitive by 2027.

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Jimmie Johnson says Legacy Motor Club has no alliance with Joe Gibbs Racing and is building its own engineering groups. He expects the team to contend in 2027.
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