Winchester and the No. 3 Return to the Track for the Daytona 500
CLAYTON, MO (February 12, 2026) — Winchester, The American Legend, will be featured on the iconic No.3 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet, driven by Austin Dillon, during the Daytona 500 on Sunday, February 15.
The Daytona 500 is world renowned for its unmatched intensity and tradition. A significant part of that tradition is the No.3 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet, once piloted by Dale Earnhardt Sr. This year marks the 25th anniversary of Dale Earnhardt’s passing at the 2001 Daytona 500.
Winchester recognizes the weight of appearing on the iconic No.3 car during this year’s Daytona 500 and is honored to carry the legacy forward as a partner of Richard Childress Racing and Bass Pro Shops.
Viewers can watch the 2026 Daytona 500 on FOX or Streaming on HBO Max, and listeners can find it on MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90.
About Winchester Ammunition
Winchester is the leading small caliber ammunition brand for hunting, recreational shooting, and law enforcement, and the largest supplier to the U.S. military. The legendary Winchester® brand, with its 159-year history, is founded on principles of integrity, hard work, and a strong commitment to its loyal customers. As a division of Olin Corporation, Winchester shares Olin’s purpose to deliver materials and solutions that enhance and protect lives. Learn more about Winchester and the responsible use of its products by visiting Winchester.com or connecting with us on Facebook at Facebook.com/WinchesterOfficial.
Winchester: Committed to Safe, Legal and Responsible Firearm Use
As a global leader in the shooting sports and hunting industry, and a brand of 159 years, Winchester is committed to safe, legal and responsible firearm use. Winchester works with key groups like the National Shooting Sports Foundation on a variety of topics important to our industry, including training and education, and on specific programs such as Gun Owners Care® and Project ChildSafe®. Winchester will continue to support programs, organizations and individuals who promote hunting and shooting sports activities in a positive and responsible environment. Any use of firearms by youth participants should be done under the direct supervision of a parent, guardian or other responsible adult.
About Gun Owners Care
Gun owners care. You care about safety. You care about preventing unauthorized access to firearms. You care about bettering your community, helping those in need, and conserving wildlife and wild places for generations to come. It’s time for gun owners to tell their stories and to show how they're making a difference. NSSF®, the trade association for the firearms industry, has established the Gun Owners Care® campaign to unite gun owners and the firearms industry in this common cause. Visit gunownerscare.org for more information.
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