| Car Number | #24 |
| Team | Hendrick Motorsports |
| Manufacturer | Chevrolet |
| Nationality | American |
| Born | November 29, 1997 - Charlotte, North Carolina |
| Age | 28 |
2026 Season Stats
Career Stats
Biography
William Byron carries the weight of one of NASCAR's most iconic car numbers - the No. 24 Chevrolet at Hendrick Motorsports, made legendary by Jeff Gordon. Born and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina, the heart of NASCAR country, Byron has proven himself worthy of the number with a steady climb toward elite status in the Cup Series. At just 28, he already has over a decade of professional racing experience and a growing list of accomplishments that put him among the best active drivers.
Byron's ascent through the NASCAR ranks was remarkably fast. He won the 2017 Camping World Truck Series championship as a teenager, then moved directly to the Xfinity Series for a single season in 2018 before being promoted to the Cup Series in 2019. That rapid progression reflected the confidence Hendrick Motorsports had in their young driver, and he has repaid that faith with consistent improvement year after year.
The 2024 season represented a significant breakthrough for Byron, who won the Daytona 500 and captured the regular season championship. His consistency across all track types - from superspeedways to short tracks to road courses - has established him as one of the most well-rounded drivers in the field. Unlike some who specialize in one style of racing, Byron is competitive everywhere, making him a perpetual championship threat.
Off the track, Byron is known for his iRacing background - he was one of the first drivers to leverage sim racing as a serious development tool before it became mainstream. His analytical approach to driving, honed through thousands of virtual laps, translates into precise car control and an ability to maximize every run on track. Sitting fifth in the 2026 standings with 248 points, Byron is primed for another strong championship push alongside his formidable Hendrick Motorsports teammates.
Interesting Facts
- Drives the No. 24 Chevrolet, the same number Jeff Gordon made iconic at Hendrick Motorsports
- Won the 2017 Truck Series championship at just 19 years old
- Grew up as an iRacing sim racer before transitioning to real-world stock car racing
- Born and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina - NASCAR's hometown
- Won the 2024 Daytona 500
- One of the youngest drivers to win a Truck Series championship in NASCAR history