Richard Childress Racing

Richard Childress Racing (RCR) is a legendary NASCAR team founded by Richard Childress and based in Welcome, North Carolina. Competing in both the NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series, RCR is celebrated for its storied history and competitive excellence. The team currently fields the No. 3 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Austin Dillon and the No. 8 for Kyle Busch in the Cup Series, while running the No. 2 for Jesse Love and No. 21 for Austin Hill in the Xfinity Series. Known for its iconic No. 3 car, RCR holds NASCAR’s longest streak of qualifying for every Cup race since 1972.

Team Details

Founded: Established by Richard Childress in 1969, with a professional focus starting in 1972.

Base: Located in Welcome, North Carolina, serving as the heart of its operations.

Cup Series Cars: Fields the No. 3 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Austin Dillon and the No. 8 for Kyle Busch.

Xfinity Series Cars: Fields the No. 2 Chevrolet Camaro for Jesse Love and the No. 21 for Austin Hill.

Number 3 Legacy: Famous for its association with the late Dale Earnhardt, the No. 3 remains iconic in NASCAR history.

Consistent Presence: Holds the longest active streak of qualifying for every Cup Series race since 1972.

Championships: Earned six Cup Series championships, all with Dale Earnhardt, and multiple Xfinity Series titles.

Technology: Utilizes cutting-edge engineering and innovation in collaboration with Chevrolet.

Key Drivers: Historically includes Dale Earnhardt, Kevin Harvick, Clint Bowyer, and currently Austin Dillon and Kyle Busch.

Reputation: Renowned for its competitiveness, innovation, and role in shaping modern NASCAR racing.

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