History of the #28 Car in NASCAR
1,032
Starts
76
Wins
94
Poles
299
Top-5s
437
Top-10s
There may not be a more revered number in the history of stock car racing than the #28. With 76 trips to victory lane across 1,032 starts, this number carries a legacy that echoes through every grandstand in America. Bobby Allison made it immortal with 5 wins, but the lineage runs deep.
All-Time Driver History
Cup Series stats from 1949-2026. Sorted by starts.
| Driver | Starts | Wins |
|---|---|---|
| Ernie Irvan | 92 | 2 |
| Eddie Skinner | 68 | 0 |
| Bobby Allison | 31 | 5 |
| Dale Jarrett | 31 | 1 |
| Earl Brooks | 24 | 0 |
| Kenny Wallace | 10 | 0 |
| Lake Speed | 3 | 0 |
| Chad Little | 3 | 0 |
| Junior Johnson | 1 | 0 |
| Buddy Baker | 0 | 5 |
Team Chart (1998-2026)
| Year | Driver | Manufacturer |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Ricky Rudd | Ford |
| 2001 | Ricky Rudd | Ford |
| 2000 | Ricky Rudd | Ford |
| 1999 | Kenny Irwin, Jr | Ford |
| 1998 | Kenny Irwin, Jr | Ford |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who drove the #28 car in NASCAR?
The #28 has been driven by 2 different drivers in our database (1998-2026). Ricky Rudd held the number the longest with 3 seasons. All-time, 10 drivers made at least one start in the #28.
Who was the most successful driver of the #28 car?
Bobby Allison is the most successful driver of the #28 with 5 wins and 31 starts.
Who drives the #28 car in 2026?
The #28 does not appear to have a full-time entry in the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season based on current team data.
How many wins does the #28 car have in NASCAR history?
The #28 car has 76 wins, 94 poles, 299 top-5 finishes, and 437 top-10 finishes across 1,032 starts in NASCAR Cup Series history (1949-2026).
What is the complete history of the #28 car?
This page shows the complete history of the #28 in two sections: the all-time driver history (1949-2026) with aggregate stats from the full Cup Series era, and a detailed team chart (1998-2026) showing team, manufacturer, and sponsor information for each season.