FRANKLIN, Tenn., Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hardee's, the iconic American quick-service restaurant brand, today announced the renewal of its multi-year partnership with 23XI Racing and Bubba Wallace's No. 23 team. The renewed partnership builds on Hardee's longstanding connection to NASCAR and its commitment to bringing memorable experiences to racing fans across the country. Through the renewal, Hardee's branding will continue to be featured on Wallace's No. 23 Toyota Camry XSE at select races and will be included all season on the No. 23 team's uniforms and equipment, as well as Wallace's firesuit.
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