Casey Mears reached a historic milestone on Sunday, November 8, 2026, becoming the 50th driver in NASCAR Cup Series history to record 500 career starts. The achievement places Mears in an elite group of drivers who have demonstrated remarkable longevity in the sport's premier division. Mears, a longtime competitor in the series, achieved the milestone during a Cup Series race weekend. NASCAR officials recognized the accomplishment, noting the rarity of reaching 500 starts in the modern era.
Casey Mears Becomes 50th Driver to Reach 500 NASCAR Cup Starts
