History of the #46 Car in NASCAR
466
Starts
11
Wins
14
Poles
58
Top-5s
97
Top-10s
The #46 has been carried proudly through NASCAR's garage area for decades. Jack Smith made their mark with 2 wins behind this number, and across 466 career starts, the #46 has found victory lane 11 times. It's a number that commands respect in any rearview mirror.
All-Time Driver History
Cup Series stats from 1949-2026. Sorted by starts.
| Driver | Starts | Wins |
|---|---|---|
| Speedy Thompson | 75 | 0 |
| Greg Sacks | 2 | 0 |
| Stacy Compton | 2 | 0 |
| Todd Bodine | 1 | 0 |
| Tiny Lund | 1 | 0 |
| Al Unser Jr | 1 | 0 |
| Andy Pilgrim | 1 | 0 |
| Jack Smith | 0 | 2 |
Team Chart (1998-2026)
| Year | Driver | Manufacturer |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Joey Gase | Toyota |
| 2016 | Michael Annett (2016) | Chevy |
| 2012 | ? | Ford |
| 2011 | Scott Speed Erik Darnell Andy Pilgrim (Watkins Glen) Bill Elliott 1988 Champ (Talladega / April) | Ford |
| 2010 | Michael McDowell | Dodge |
| 1999 | ? | Chevy |
| 1998 | Jeff Green | Chevy |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who drove the #46 car in NASCAR?
The #46 has been driven by 6 different drivers in our database (1998-2026). ? held the number the longest with 2 seasons. All-time, 8 drivers made at least one start in the #46.
Who was the most successful driver of the #46 car?
Jack Smith is the most successful driver of the #46 with 2 wins and 0 starts.
Who drives the #46 car in 2026?
The #46 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 #46 car have in NASCAR history?
The #46 car has 11 wins, 14 poles, 58 top-5 finishes, and 97 top-10 finishes across 466 starts in NASCAR Cup Series history (1949-2026).
What is the complete history of the #46 car?
This page shows the complete history of the #46 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.