Keselowski and RFK Racing to part ways at the end of the season

RFK Racing and Brad Keselowski will part ways at the end of the season’, the organization announced onTuesday.

Keselowski will wrap up his tenure as driver of the No. 6 Ford Mustang at Homestead-Miami Speedway (Nov. 8). He has driven the car since 2022, when he partnered with Jack Roush.

“We are big fans of Brad as a person, driver, and colleague. The impact Brad has made on our organization has been felt by everyone associated with RFK Racing; he’s undoubtedly been a terrific representative of our collective efforts both on and off the track,” said Chip Bowers, President of RFK Racing. “He was not simply driving the No. 6 car but investing himself in the future of the team and helping us think differently about what RFK Racing could become. We have tremendous respect for Brad as a champion, competitor, and leader, and we are grateful for the energy and commitment he has brought to RFK.

“Brad has been clear about his desire to continue competing for years to come, and we respect and support him in pursuing the path that best allows him to achieve those goals. With several races still ahead, we look forward to competing together through the remainder of the season.”

The split will involve more than Keselowski simply moving on as a driver as he a co-owner of the team. Roush Fenway Racing became RFK Racing, the K standing for Keselowski, with his ownership stake. In its announcement, RFK Racing said the two sides “intend to collaboratively and mutually work through” the next steps regarding Keselowski’s ownership interest, and that they support “his desire to explore his career opportunities elsewhere.”

Keselowski's sole victory in the No. 6 Ford came at Darlington in 2024. James Gilbert/Getty Images

In 174 races with the team, Keselowski has one victory at Darlington Raceway in 2024. Keselowski made the postseason in 2023 and 2024, but has missed it in three of his five seasons.

Keselowski’s highlights as an owner will include seven Cup Series victories between himself, Chris Buescher (five), and Ryan Preece (one). The organization also expanded from two cars to three with the addition of Preece in 2025.

“I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished at RFK over the past five years and grateful for the people I’ve had the opportunity to work alongside, including at Roush Enterprises and Fenway Sports Group,” Keselowski said in a statement posted via social media. “So many great people have poured a tremendous amount into the competitive and technical transformation of this team, and I’ll always value the relationships we’ve built, everything we’ve experienced together, and what I learned as a co-owner as the head of competition. I’m nowhere near ready to be done as a driver. I still have a lot I want to accomplish in this sport, and I’m looking forward to what comes next.

“I’m thankful for everyone who has been part of this journey and for the fans who continue to support me. I look forward to sharing future plans when the time is right.”

RFK Racing is committed to remaining a three-car team in 2027, even if it has to do so with only two charters. Legacy Motor Club owns the charter Preece’s team uses and will have it back next season. The future of the No. 6 car is also still undecided.