Roush Fenway Racing has announced it will again field its iconic #6 Sprint Cup entry in the 2015 NASCAR season, with 2011 Daytona 500 winner Trevor Bayne piloting the car. The Ford Fusion will have full multi-year primary partnership from AdvoCare, which currently sponsors Bayne in the NASCAR Nationwide Series.
“I’m both excited and humbled to be a part of bringing the #6 back to the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series,” said Trevor Bayne. “And to be able to make that move with AdvoCare makes it that much more special.
They are a true partner that aligns with my foundation and core values in every way. I know the history of the #6 and what it means to Jack (Roush) and the entire Roush Fenway organization and our goal is to continue to add to its rich legacy in the sport.”
The #6 was Roush Fenway’s first NASCAR entry and served as the flagship team for the organization during its first 20 years.
In 1988 when Jack Roush started what would become the winningest team in NASCAR history, he enlisted Martin – a young and hungry driver from Batesville, Ark. – to sit behind the wheel of his No. 6 Ford. Roush’s attention to detail and commitment to winning, combined with Martin’s unbridled desire to succeed would help the two forge one of the most successful combinations in NASCAR history.
The duo combined for 35 wins and forever etched the number’s historical significance in NASCAR history.
“That number brings back a lot of memories,” said team owner Jack Roush. “It reminds me of all the battles we fought to get to where we are today; the victories and the defeats. Success in NASCAR does not come easy. It comes at a price and requires a great deal of passion, sacrifice, dedication and hard work.
To me the No. 6 exemplifies all of that. It’s been a goal of the organization to put the #6 back out there on track in the Sprint Cup Series and I’m pleased to have AdvoCare behind us as we make the move with Trevor to full-time Cup racing,” added Roush. “AdvoCare is a first-class organization from top to bottom.
They have been a great partner in the Nationwide Series and I’m confident they will be there with us step-by-step as we make the move up and put the #6 back on track on Sundays.”
Bayne is no stranger to the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series or famous numbers, having competed part time in the series with the legendary Wood Brothers since 2010. Bayne drove the historic #21 into victory lane in the 2011 Daytona 500, in one of the most memorable moments in NASCAR history.
