MADDIE AUST Returns to Hyundai’s Championship Hunt in 2026 IMSA Lineup

January 13, 2026

• MADDIE AUST secures her second season with championship-winning Bryan Herta Autosport, partnering with Mark Wilkins in the No. 98 Hyundai Elantra N TCR for the full 2026 IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge campaign. She’s part of Hyundai’s quest for an unprecedented seventh consecutive Manufacturers’ Championship, joining a five-car fleet that dominated 2025.
• The lineup strategically blends veteran champions with rising talent, as AUST continues building her IMSA credentials alongside Wilkins, who has achieved race victories in every season with BHA. For Daytona’s season opener, international talent Andre Castro joins their No. 98 entry, showcasing how teams are recognizing the value of expanding driver development opportunities.
• Hyundai’s 2026 campaign demonstrates serious championship commitment with eight returning drivers across four BHA entries plus a customer team, all piloting the proven Elantra N TCR platform. The manufacturer’s racing program continues supporting Hyundai Hope on Wheels, donating $100 per lap led to pediatric cancer research, with additional bonuses tied to the No. 33’s podium performances.

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