Red Bull Returns to NASCAR, Partners with Trackhouse Racing for Van Gisbergen and Zilisch Sponsorship
Red Bull has formed a new partnership with Trackhouse Racing, marking its return to NASCAR through sponsorship of drivers Shane van Gisbergen and Connor Zilisch.
Two Red Bull F1 cars
The partnership includes Red Bull becoming the official energy drink of Trackhouse Racing and serving as primary sponsor for five NASCAR Cup Series races featuring van Gisbergen in the No. 88 Chevrolet. Additionally, Red Bull will sponsor Zilisch's Cup Series debut at Circuit of The Americas on March 3 in the No. 87 Chevrolet.
Van Gisbergen, a Red Bull Athlete since 2016 and three-time Supercars champion, will race under Red Bull colors at:
- Las Vegas Motor Speedway (March 16)
- Sonoma Raceway (July 13)
- Iowa Speedway (Aug. 3)
- Daytona International Speedway (Aug. 23)
- Kansas Speedway (Sept. 28)
Red Bull's NASCAR Next Gen car
This marks Red Bull's first NASCAR presence since 2011, when Red Bull Racing was dissolved. Trackhouse Racing founder Justin Marks emphasized the significance of bringing such an iconic motorsport brand back to NASCAR, highlighting their shared vision for racing and memorable experiences.
Red Bull F1 car racing livery
Zilisch, who joined Red Bull as an athlete in August, will compete full-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series with JR Motorsports while making his Cup Series debut under the Red Bull banner. The partnership aims to bring increased visibility to NASCAR and create new opportunities for both brands in the sport.
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