Current Team and Car Number
Ricky Stenhouse Jr drives the No. 17 Ford Mustang for RFK Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series. He shares the ride with Chris Buescher and Chase Briscoe, with Stenhouse piloting the car on a rotating schedule. The team is based in North Carolina and competes full time on the Cup circuit, with a technical alliance with Ford Performance. RFK Racing fields multiple cars across the series, and Stenhouse remains a core driver for the organization according to Forbes.
The No. 17 car has been a staple in Cup competition for decades, and Stenhouse joined the ride full time ahead of the 2023 season. His primary sponsor is the fast-food chain Chick-fil-A, which appears on the hood and quarter panels of the Mustang. The partnership brings consistent branding to the car, and Stenhouse has delivered strong finishes while representing the brand at tracks across the country.
Race Performance and Results
In the 2024 Cup season, Stenhouse recorded multiple top-five and top-ten finishes, solidifying his role as a consistent playoff contender. He earned his first career Cup Series win at Darlington Raceway in 2023 and has since added several more victories to his resume. His qualifying performances and race-day execution have helped RFK Racing maintain a competitive position in the owner standings per official NASCAR data.
Stenhouse’s 2024 results included strong runs at superspeedways and intermediate tracks, where the No. 17 Ford has shown speed. He has also competed in the NASCAR Playoffs, advancing through multiple rounds and finishing high in the final standings. His consistency on short tracks and plate tracks makes him a versatile driver in the RFK Racing lineup.
Sponsor and Partnership Details
Chick-fil-A is the primary sponsor for Stenhouse’s Cup Series rides, with the brand appearing on the car throughout the season. The partnership extends beyond the paint scheme, with co-branded promotions and fan engagement campaigns tied to race weekends. Additional sponsors have appeared on the No. 17 car for select events, supporting the team’s budget and visibility via SEC filings.
RFK Racing also works with multiple commercial partners for engineering, equipment, and logistics support. The team collaborates with Ford Performance on engine and chassis development, ensuring the No. 17 car remains competitive. Stenhouse’s role as a driver ambassador includes appearances for sponsors, media events, and community outreach tied to the Chick-fil-A brand and the team’s broader portfolio.