William Byron Wins at Martinsville, Clinching Spot in Championship 4 With CI-Sponsored Chevrolet
MARTINSVILLE, Va. (November 5, 2025) – In a thrilling, must-win scenario, William Byron cemented his status as a championship contender by wheeling the No. 24 CI Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 to victory lane at Martinsville Speedway on Sunday, October 26. The win in the Xfinity 500 secured Byron's spot in the NASCAR Cup Series Championship 4 at Phoenix Raceway and marked a significant highlight for primary partner Cincinnati Incorporated (CI).
A Masterclass in Short-Track Racing
Byron, driver of the Hendrick Motorsports No. 24, delivered a masterful performance, fending off fierce competition in the final laps to take the checkered flag at the iconic "Paperclip." The dramatic victory is his second of the 2025 NASCAR playoffs and his third career win at the demanding half-mile track. The triumph comes in one of Cincinnati Incorporated’s two scheduled primary races for the season, providing a massive showcase for the leading machine tool manufacturer.
"This is exactly what we needed to do. We knew the task at hand, and the entire No. 24 team brought an absolute rocket ship," said Byron. "To get this win with CI on the car, one of our key technical partners at Hendrick Motorsports, is huge. Their precision equipment is instrumental in building these fast Chevrolets, and it's an honor to showcase their brand in victory lane as we head to Phoenix."
Partnership Built on Precision
The victory is a testament to the strong technical alliance between Hendrick Motorsports and Cincinnati Incorporated, whose high-performance, American-made machine tools are vital to the manufacturing process of the team’s race cars.
Alan Oak, President and CEO of Cincinnati Inc., expressed his elation. "Seeing the CI logo cross the finish line first at Martinsville in a race of this magnitude is an incredible thrill. William and the No. 24 team embody the same commitment to precision, quality, and high performance that we build into every machine tool. This is a tremendous platform for us to celebrate American innovation and a perfect way to cap off our 2025 primary partnership schedule."
About Cincinnati Incorporated CINCINNATI Incorporated is a U.S.-based, build-to-order machine tool manufacturer with over 125 years in the industry. Our engineering and manufacturing expertise makes us the ideal partner for companies building innovative products that demand extraordinary durability, stability, and industry-leading features. At our state-of-the-art, Ohio-based facility, we develop and build custom software, dependable laser cutting systems, and automation equipment as well as durable press brakes, shears, and PM presses. Our extensive knowledge puts us in a unique position to help drive efficiency in your manufacturing process no matter how simple or complex. For more information, visit www.e-ci.com.
About Hendrick Motorsports Founded by Rick Hendrick in 1984, Hendrick Motorsports is the winningest team in NASCAR Cup Series history. At the sport’s premier level, the organization holds the all-time records in every major statistical category, including championships (14), points-paying race victories (317) and laps led (more than 84,000). It has earned at least one race win in a record 41 different seasons, including an active streak of 40 in a row (1986-2025). The team fields four full-time Chevrolet entries in the NASCAR Cup Series with drivers Alex Bowman, William Byron, Chase Elliott and Kyle Larson. Headquartered on more than 150 acres in Concord, North Carolina, Hendrick Motorsports employs approximately 600 people. For more information, please visit HendrickMotorsports.com or interact on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X.
