After being released from his NASCAR Cup Series seat at LEGACY MOTOR CLUB in September, John Hunter Nemechek has found a brand-new seat in NASCAR’s National Series, joining Haas Factory Team for the 2027 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series campaign.
Nemechek will get behind the wheel of the No. 41 Chevrolet Camaro in 2027, beginning with the season-opener at Daytona International Speedway on February 20. Jason Trinchere will return to Haas Factory Team next year as shot-caller for Nemechek.
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“I’m excited to join Haas Factory Team’s O’Reilly Auto Parts Series program,” said John Hunter Nemechek. “They have championship-caliber cars and personnel, and I’m ready to get to work with this group and compete for wins in 2027.”
The Mooresville, North Carolina-native is bringing a proven record of success with him to Haas Factory Team in 2027, with 11 wins in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and 13 wins in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. Now in the midst of his fourth full-time season in the NASCAR Cup Series, Nemechek has three top-fives and 17 top-10s.
“John Hunter [Nemechek] brings the experience and talent we’re looking for at Haas Factory Team,” said Joe Custer, President of Haas Factory Team. “We’re excited to have him join our organization and looking forward to competing for wins and championships together.”
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety will serve as a major sponsorship partner for Nemechek, as he returns to the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series in 2027.
“We’ve been part of John Hunter’s journey for a long time, and we’re proud to keep going with him at Haas Factory Team,” said Bart Proctor, CEO of Pye-Barker. “For us, every race is a chance to celebrate the Pye-Barker tea, and the values we share, and to represent them with pride on a national stage.”
Nemechek will drive one of three full-time NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series entries for Haas Factory Team in 2027. Dean Thompson is the only other driver announced to join the team in 2027, with an unannounced car number. Further announcements about HFT’s 2027 will be forthcoming.
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