| Car Number | #2 |
| Team | Team Penske |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Nationality | American |
| Born | September 2, 1998 - Mooresville, North Carolina |
| Age | 27 |
2026 Season Stats
Career Stats
Biography
Austin Cindric made NASCAR history by winning the 2022 Daytona 500 in his very first full-time Cup start, an accomplishment that announced his arrival in the most dramatic fashion possible. The son of Team Penske president Tim Cindric, Austin has racing in his blood, but his success has come through genuine talent and hard work rather than nepotism. His road racing background, including experience in sports cars and rally cross, gives him a diverse skill set.
Cindric won the 2020 Xfinity Series championship, demonstrating his ability to perform at a high level consistently over a full season. His promotion to the Cup Series No. 2 Ford came in 2022, replacing Brad Keselowski who departed for RFK Racing. The pressure of filling a champion's seat at one of NASCAR's most successful organizations could have been overwhelming, but Cindric handled it with poise.
At 27, Cindric is still developing as a Cup driver. His road course abilities are among the best in the field, and his oval track performance continues to improve. With the full backing of the Penske organization and experienced teammates in Blaney and Logano to learn from, Cindric has every resource he needs to take the next step toward becoming a consistent contender.
Interesting Facts
- Won the 2022 Daytona 500 in his first full-time Cup race
- Son of Team Penske president Tim Cindric
- 2020 Xfinity Series champion
- Has experience in rally cross and sports car racing beyond NASCAR
- One of the best road course racers in the Cup field