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Austin Hill Lands Five-Race Cup Slate With RCR, Starting at Phoenix

United Rentals backs a development-focused program in RCR’s No. 33 entry.

Overview

  • RCR announced Feb. 25 that Hill will drive the No. 33 Chevrolet in five 2026 Cup races beginning March 8 at Phoenix.
  • United Rentals will serve as the primary sponsor for all five events, according to the team.
  • The additional race dates and tracks have not been released, while the No. 33 will be driven at COTA this weekend by Jesse Love.
  • Hill remains a full-time winner in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series with nearly 150 starts and 15 victories, including the 2026 Daytona opener.
  • RCR leadership framed the slate as an extension of a long-running partnership with United Rentals that supports Hill’s progression to more Cup experience.