Dodge is returning to the NASCAR Cup Series in 2027, a year earlier than initially expected

By The Associated Press

November 2, 2026, 8:01 PM

LAS VEGAS -- Dodge is returning to the NASCAR Cup Series in 2027, a year earlier than initially expected.

The Stellantis-owned Dodge brand announced its return at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas on Monday.

Dodge will once again give the Cup Series four manufacturers, joining Chevrolet, Ford and Toyota in fielding entries to compete in a 36-race schedule that begins in mid-February and crowns a champion in early November.

Kaulig Racing will use the Dodge Charger to field a two-car team beginning at the Daytona 500. AJ Allmendinger and Ty Dillon are expected to fill those seats.

“Dodge’s return to the NASCAR Cup Series is a significant milestone for the sport,” NASCAR CEO Steve O’Donnell said in a statement.…