Anduril Joins Hendrick as Primary Sponsor for William Byron in 2026

Hendrick Motorsports announced on Wednesday that defense technology company Anduril Industries will join the team as a primary sponsor for William Byron.

Beginning in 2026, Anduril will serve as the primary sponsor for Byron for two Cup races each season through 2028. In 2026, one of those events will be the Anduril 250 Race the Base during NASCAR San Diego Weekend at Naval Base Coronado.

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The Anduril car will also race on July 5 at Chicagoland Speedway during Independence Day weekend. Anduril is entering the sport in 2026 as the Official Defense Partner of NASCAR and the title sponsor of the NASCAR San Diego Weekend.

The Anduril 250 Race the Base headlines NASCAR San Diego Weekend, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Navy.

“Hendrick Motorsports sets the standard in NASCAR. For Anduril, this partnership is about showcasing technology and performance at the highest level,” said Jeff Miller, vice president of marketing at Anduril. “We’re also aligned in our commitment to advocate for the military community. That mission will be the North Star for how we partner together.”

Anduril’s portfolio includes autonomous aircraft and underwater vehicles, AI-powered sensor platforms and electronic-warfare systems used by the U.S. Department of Defense and allied militaries. Anduril and Hendrick Motorsports will collaborate on programs recognizing and supporting warfighters and their families, past and present.

“Anduril is transforming its industry with the same kind of passion for winning that we bring to racing,” said Rick Hendrick, owner of Hendrick Motorsports. “We’re proud to represent a company that pushes the boundaries of advanced technology to support our military and engages in programs to honor service members and their families. William and the No. 24 team will be tremendous ambassadors for Anduril and its message.”

Byron, 27, has won the last two runnings of the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway among his 15 career NASCAR Cup Series victories. He is currently in the fight for the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series championship, his seventh playoff appearance in eight seasons.

Along with his second consecutive Daytona 500 triumph, Byron won the NASCAR Cup Series regular season championship this year.

“What stands out to me is Anduril’s commitment to innovation and its discipline to being ready for any challenge,” Byron said. “That’s the same approach our team takes every week, so it’s special to represent a company that shares those principles. The fact that this program gives back to those who serve is something we’re proud to support and makes the partnership especially meaningful. We’re looking forward to having Anduril on board.”

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