Trackhouse Racing has tapped long-time Hendrick Motorsports crew chief Blake Harris to join the organization in 2027 as crew chief for Shane Van Gisbergen and the No. 97 Chevrolet Camaro.
Harris began his career in the NASCAR Cup Series at Evernham Motorsports (later Richard Petty Motorsports) in 2006, working in the chassis and engine departments, before moving to Denver, Colorado, to join Furniture Row Racing in 2010.
The Maypearl, Texas-native stayed at Furniture Row Racing until it’s closure, working as Car Chief under Cole Pearn. Then, as the No. 78 team transitioned to Joe Gibbs Racing to work as the No. 19 team, Harris went with.
In 2022, Harris accepted his first position as a full-time crew chief in the NASCAR Cup Series, serving as shot-caller for Front Row Motorsports and Michael McDowell. The next year, the 39-year-old was recruited to Hendrick Motorsports to take over as crew chief of the No. 48 Chevrolet, where he’s remained ever since.
Starting with the Wheatley Vodka Clash on February 13, Shane Van Gisbergen will be partnered with Harris, as he calls the shots on the No. 97 Chevrolet Camaro, replacing Stephan Doran, who is moving to Spire Motorsports in 2027.
