Overview

• Stewart-Haas Racing, co-owned by Tony Stewart and Gene Haas, will shut down after the NASCAR season finale in Phoenix, ending a successful 16-year run.
• The decision to close follows a series of challenges, including adapting to the Next Gen car, losing major sponsors, and the end of their partnership with Ford.
• Tony Stewart criticized some NASCAR fans for their lack of understanding about the difficult choices leading to the team's closure.
• Three of the four current drivers have secured new positions for 2025, with Chase Briscoe moving to Joe Gibbs Racing and Noah Gragson joining Front Row Motorsports.
• Texas A&M University will sponsor the No. 4 car driven by Josh Berry in the team's final race, featuring a design honoring veterans.