Shane van Gisbergen Joins NASCAR Cup Series in 2025

Shane van Gisbergen, the three-time Australian Supercars champion, will transition to full-time NASCAR Cup Series racing in 2025, driving the No. 88 for Trackhouse Racing, which has acquired a third charter. His crew chief will be Stephen Doran, who previously worked with Zane Smith at Spire Motorsports. Van Gisbergen, who has shown promise in the NASCAR Xfinity Series with three wins this season, expressed his readiness for the challenges ahead in the competitive Cup Series. Trackhouse Racing co-owner Justin Marks emphasized the significance of this move for both the organization and van Gisbergen, highlighting his journey from New Zealand to the pinnacle of stock car racing. He will join teammates Ross Chastain and Daniel Suarez at Trackhouse. The announcement marks a significant milestone in van Gisbergen's career and the expansion of Trackhouse Racing's roster.