Ryan Preece will take over the iconic No. 6 Ford for RFK Racing starting in the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series season, according to a report published Wednesday by Toby Christie.
The announcement confirms Preece's move to one of NASCAR's most historic numbers, previously piloted by Hall of Famer Mark Martin during his championship-contending years with Roush Racing, the predecessor to RFK Racing. The No. 6 has also been driven by David Ragan, Trevor Bayne, and most recently Brad Keselowski, who co-owns the team alongside Jack Roush and Fenway Sports Group.
Preece, a Connecticut native, has competed full-time in the Cup Series since 2019 with stints at JTG Daugherty Racing, Stewart-Haas Racing, and most recently RFK Racing's satellite operation. The 2027 season will mark his first campaign in the organization's flagship entry.
RFK Racing, formed in 2022 through the merger of Roush Fenway Racing and Keselowski's ownership group, fields two full-time Cup entries. The team captured its first victory under the RFK banner with Chris Buescher at Richmond in 2022.
