Trackhouse Racing announced on Monday that the team will be bringing back the “Project 91” entry, with former Formula 1 and current FIA World Endurance Championship driver Kevin Magnussen behind the wheel of the No. 91 Qualcomm Chevrolet in the inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego on June 21.

“PROJECT91 is about pushing boundaries – bringing world-class drivers, bold ideas, and cutting-edge technology into one of the most competitive arenas in racing. With Kevin Magnussen behind the wheel and Trackhouse leading the charge, we’re excited to showcase how Qualcomm’s AI-powered innovations can help teams unlock real-time insights and elevate performance on race day. From our hometown of San Diego to the global stage, this is a powerful example of how advanced computing and connectivity are transforming the future of motorsports,” said Don McGuire, EVP and Chief Marketing Officer, Qualcomm Incorporated.

Magnussen competed in F1 for just over a decade, compiling one podium in his 185 starts for Haas.

“I’m incredibly excited and honored to have the opportunity to compete in NASCAR,” said Magnussen. “What Justin Marks and Trackhouse have done with PROJECT91 is unique. To provide drivers from outside of the NASCAR world with a chance to compete at this level. I’m proud to have this opportunity.

“I’ve already spent time with the team in North Carolina – meeting everyone, doing the seat fit, going through pit stop procedures and all the details that come with preparing for a NASCAR weekend. They’re an awesome group of people, incredibly dedicated, and just as excited about this debut as I am. I really can’t wait to get to San Diego and experience it all for the first time.”

Phil Surgen will serve as crew chief for Magnussen at San Diego. Surgen joined Trackhouse Racing in 2022 and has six Cup Series victories, three playoff appearances and finished second in the points standing in 2022 while serving as crew chief.

Shane van Gisbergen was the first driver to compete for PROJECT 91, scoring a victory in Chicago, leading to what is now his full-time NASCAR career in America.