In a major move that solidifies the future of Legacy Motor Club in the Cup Series, the organization has announced a multi-year contract extension with driver Erik Jones.
The 28-year-old Michigan native, who has been a cornerstone of the team since its inception, will continue to pilot the iconic No. 43 Toyota Camry XSE for the 2025 season and beyond.
Jones, who is currently in his eighth full-time season in the NASCAR Cup Series, has been a consistent performer for Legacy Motor Club, previously known as Petty GMS Racing.
With three career Cup Series wins, including back-to-back victories in the prestigious Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway in 2019 and 2022, Jones has proven his ability to compete at the highest level.
“Erik Jones has been the consistent cornerstone of Legacy Motor Club’s driver lineup since Maury [Gallagher] chose to enter NASCAR’s highly competitive Cup Division,” said Cal Wells III, CEO of Legacy Motor Club.
“He’s a proven champion that, surrounded with the right team powered by Toyota, can and will compete for race wins against the very best on any given Sunday.
“Having personally known Erik for close to 14 years, I feel blessed he’s chosen to remain with the Club and I’m looking forward to winning races with him at the helm of the iconic No. 43.”
Jones’ success extends beyond the Cup Series, as he has accumulated a total of seven wins in the Xfinity Series and Craftsman Truck Series. His impressive rise through the ranks includes becoming the first driver in NASCAR history to win Rookie of the Year honors in all three national series (Trucks in 2015, Xfinity in 2016, and Cup in 2017) in consecutive seasons.
“Erik is one of the most talented drivers in NASCAR. I’ve had the chance to race against him and have had a chance to watch him drive for other teams and the Club,” said co-owner Jimmie Johnson.
“I admire his talent and am glad we will have him race for us for the upcoming years. Erik will be a key to helping us turn our program around and we look forward to giving him the tools he needs to go out on Sundays and race for wins and eventually a championship someday.”
Despite facing challenges during the 2024 season, Jones remains optimistic about the future of Legacy Motor Club. With the team’s recent switch to Toyota Racing Development and the addition of young talent John Hunter Nemechek, Jones is confident that the organization is poised for growth and success in the coming years.
“I’m looking forward to what we can build at Legacy Motor Club,” said Jones. “I’ve been with the No. 43 car for a handful of years and feel like I’m coming into some of the best years of my career. I am hoping to grow alongside Legacy M.C. in the seasons to come.”
As Legacy Motor Club enters its second year of competition in the NASCAR Cup Series, the multi-year extension with Erik Jones provides stability and a clear direction for the team’s future.
With Jones’ proven track record and the support of Toyota, Legacy Motor Club is well-positioned to compete for wins and championships in the coming seasons.
