NASCAR team Rick Ware Racing has announced that it will no longer be aligned with Ford from the 2026 season onward.
The team announced on Monday that it is entering into a multiyear partnership with Chevrolet, as well as a new technical alliance with Richard Childress Racing.
RWR will also use engines prepared by ECR Engines as part of the broader deal, as the one-car team prepares for Cody Ware’s fifth full-time season behind the wheel.
The son of team owner Rick Ware, Cody, had another tough year in the No. 51 car, finishing above 20th just once (13th at Atlanta in June), with the team hoping that their partnership with RCR can get them closer to competing for top ten finishes and race wins.
Ware: Proud to be a Chevy team
Ware said in a press release on Monday: “Chevrolet has always set a high bar with its people, its performance and its passion for racing, and partnering with them gives us the resources and support to make real progress on the race track.
“Teaming up with RCR and ECR provides a foundation we can build on, not just for 2026, but for the future of our race team. We’re proud to be part of the Chevrolet family.”
He added: “The NASCAR Cup Series is the toughest and most competitive series in motorsports, and this is an important move for the long-term growth of our company. We’ve won in NHRA, American Flat Track, World Supercross and the CARS Tour, and we want to elevate our NASCAR performance to the level of our other programs.”
Pat Suhy, manager, NASCAR Competition for GM Motorsports, said: “Rick and his team have shown a real commitment to growing their program, and we’re proud to support that effort alongside our partners at Richard Childress Racing and ECR Engines.
“Bringing RWR into the Chevrolet fold is a win for all of us. Their drive to keep improving aligns with our dedication to performance and innovation.”
