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John Hunter Nemechek switches to No. 40 for NASCAR race

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 8:15 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

John Hunter Nemechek switches to No. 40 for NASCAR race

Summary

John Hunter Nemechek is set to race in the No. 40 car for Legacy Motor Club at this weekend's NASCAR Cup event at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. This change celebrates the 40th anniversary of the car's sponsor, Dollar Tree. Despite the number switch, the entry remains classified as No. 42, and all points earned will contribute to that number in the championship owner standings. Nemechek's participation in the special car reflects Legacy Motor Club's promotional efforts around the anniversary.

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By the Numbers

•Nemechek races No. 40 for the anniversary at New Hampshire.
•Legacy Motor Club makes a temporary switch for promotional reasons.
•All race points will count towards the No. 42 entry.

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8:15 PMMotorsport.com — John Hunter Nemechek switches to No. 40 for special anniversary
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What they're saying

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Legacy Motor Club is switching numbers for one weekend only, using the No. 40 for John Hunter Nemechek in this weekend's NASCAR Cup race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. This change is to promote the 40th anniversary of sponsor, Dollar Tree. Now, it's still the No. 42 entry, even with the number change, and all points will count towards the No. 42 in the championship owner standings. This is ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com