Overview
- Team co-owner Dale Earnhardt Jr. announced the move via his podcast and social posts on Oct. 29, confirming Kvapil’s full-time status for 2026.
- The plan reverses earlier indications that Kvapil would split the No. 1 Chevrolet with teammate Connor Zilisch next season.
- Kvapil will be paired with veteran crew chief Rodney Childers on the No. 1 team, with the group targeting race wins and title contention.
- The 22-year-old advanced to the 2025 Championship 4 without a victory, logging three runner-up finishes and four top fives to reach the finale on points.
- JR Motorsports said race-by-race plans and any remaining lineup specifics will be released after Phoenix.