For the first time in her professional racing career, Hailie Deegan will line up with Chevrolet power in NASCAR, marking a major turning point as she returns to the ARCA Menards Series West in 2026. Deegan will drive the No. 16 Chevrolet SS for Bill McAnanally Racing, a team and series where she has already proven she can win.

The move brings Deegan back to familiar ground. Between 2018 and 2019, she competed in the ARCA West Series with McAnanally and found success quickly. During that stretch, Deegan earned three victories, along with 13 top five finishes and 23 top 10s. Those results helped establish her as one of the top young drivers in the series and launched her national NASCAR career.

After spending time away from stock cars, Deegan now returns with a full-season commitment. She will compete in all 13 ARCA West races in 2026, giving her a real opportunity to fight for wins and contend for a championship. Long-time supporter Monster Energy will remain with her, joined by Columbia Bank and NAPA Auto Parts, providing strong backing for the season ahead.

Deegan said she is eager to reunite with McAnanally and the BMR organization as she refocuses on stock car racing. Her goal is simple and ambitious. She wants to return stronger, compete for victories, and put herself in position to win a title while delivering results for her sponsors.

From the team’s perspective, the reunion makes just as much sense. McAnanally praised Deegan’s commitment and familiarity with racing in the West, noting that the combination gives the team a legitimate chance to pursue another championship. With Deegan joining Mason Massey in the lineup, BMR will aim for its 12th ARCA West title.

For Deegan, the 2026 season represents both a fresh start and a return to her roots. With proven chemistry, full-season stability, and a new manufacturer behind her, the stage is set for one of the most important chapters of her racing career.