Austin Louis Cindric[1] (born September 2, 1998) is an American professional auto racing driver. He competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, driving the No. 2 Ford Mustang Dark Horse for Team Penske. Prior to competing in stock cars, Cindric raced in a variety of disciplines, including sports cars, the Road to Indy ladder, and the Global RallyCross Championship. His first …

1 day ago · LINCOLN, Ala. -- In yet another close finish at a track notorious for them, Austin Cindric edged out Ryan Preece in a photo finish to win the Jack Link's 500 at Talladega Superspeedway. Cindric ...

1 day ago · Austin Cindric says he doesn't feel "special" after getting into victory lane at Talladega, but his win could be the boost that Team Penske desperately needs.

Austin Cindric currently drives the No. 2 Team Penske Ford in the NASCAR Cup Series. Cindric made the jump to Cup in 2022.

2 days ago · Austin Cindric gave Team Penske its first NASCAR victory of the season by holding off a huge pack of challengers over the closing lap in a rare drama-free day at Talladega Superspeedway.

2 days ago · Austin Cindric pulled off his first victory of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series win in a photo-finish over Ryan Preece in Sunday's Jack Link's 500 at Talladega Superspeedway.

1 day ago · Austin Cindric entered the media center for his post-race press conference wearing the ceremonial wreath given to those who win races at the Alabama Superspeedway.

Dec 21, 2024 · Austin Cindric earned his second playoff appearance in 2024 and finished a career-high 11th in points. Cindric, like his Team Penske teammates Ryan Blaney and Joey Logano, struggled early in the season before improving in the second half of the year.

Sep 2, 1998 · Austin Cindric, the 2022 DAYTONA 500 champion, enters his fourth NASCAR Cup Series season in 2025, piloting Team Penske’s flagship No. 2 Discount Tire/Menards/Freightliner/Autotrader/Snap-on Ford Mustang.

Jan 28, 2025 · With a career average Cup finish of 19.5, Cindric is a solid mid-pack driver. He comes with a highly competitive, energetic personality and, with an average of just four DNFs a year, brings the...