Josh Berry Reacts as WBR Sponsor Unveils 2026 Livery and Confirms Race Sponsorship

If there’s one thing NASCAR fans love almost as much as the actual racing, it’s arguing about paint schemes. Seriously, we treat livery reveals like they’re runway shows at Paris Fashion Week, dissecting every gradient and sponsor logo placement. But every now and then, a design drops that just works.

Wood Brothers Racing (WBR) and their sponsor Wurth recently decided to bless our timelines with the “WürthWrapped” reveal for the 2026 Cup Series season, and let’s just say the vibes are immaculate. Josh Berry, the man behind the wheel of the No. 21 Ford Mustang Dark Horse, didn’t exactly write a sonnet about it, but his reaction said enough.

When the German tool and fastening giant (which, let’s be real, sounds way cooler when you say it with a serious accent) dropped the news on Instagram, they showed off the sleek red, white, and black beast that Berry will be piloting.

Berry’s response? Three fire emojis. “🔥🔥🔥.” Okay, so he’s a man of few words on social media. But honestly, when the car looks that good, do you really need a press release? The design is sharp, aggressive, and thankfully avoids looking like a chaotic billboard at 180 mph. It’s clean. It’s mean. And it’s hitting the track for two specific dates in 2026 that you might want to circle on your calendar right now.

1. Where to Catch the New Berry Livery

If you want to see this beauty in action, you’ll have to wait a bit, but WBR has confirmed the schedule. The Wurth colors will be flying at Texas Motor Speedway on May 3, 2026, and Bristol Motor Speedway on September 19, 2026 It’s actually kind of poetic that Wurth is sticking with Berry. They made their debut as a primary sponsor for the No. 21 team last year at the Texas Motor Speedway, so returning there feels like a nice little anniversary lap. But Wurth isn’t just putting all their eggs in the Berry basket. They are spreading the love (and the funding) around the garage. They’re also returning to Team Penske’s No. 12 team. Ryan Blaney will be sporting the Wurth logo at Talladega Superspeedway and—get this—the debut NASCAR Cup race at San Diego Naval Base Coronado. Yes, we are racing at a Naval Base. No, I don’t know if they’ll let them race against fighter jets, but a guy can dream, right?

2. A Look Back at the No. 21 Aesthetic Journey

Let’s take a second to appreciate the sartorial journey of the No. 21 car. It’s iconic for a reason. WBR and Berry recently took to Instagram to share a “season’s worth of paint schemes” collage from 2025, and it was a solid trip down memory lane. Last season wasn’t just about finding speed; it was about looking good while doing it. We had the bright, almost blinding PPG design at the Brickyard 400. We had the Advance Auto Parts look at Dover. And, of course, the classic Motorcraft/Quick Lane schemes that just scream “traditional NASCAR.” But the authentic MVP of 2025? That has to be the Darlington throwback. The green and yellow tribute to Jim Clark’s 1965 win was pure nostalgia bait, and we all bit hook, line, and sinker. It was gorgeous. It’s rare that a modern car can pull off a vintage look without it feeling forced, but that one nailed it.

3. The Eero Connection and the Road Ahead

It wasn’t just old-school sponsors getting in on the action. Eero, the wireless mesh Wi-Fi company (because even race cars need a good internet connection), jumped on board early in 2025. They backed Berry at Phoenix, Charlotte, and Sonoma. The good news? They aren’t going anywhere. Eero is confirmed to be back for 2026 with a new blue and white scheme that looks as crisp as a fresh signal bar. Ultimately, sponsorships are the lifeblood of this sport. We can complain about commercials all we want, but without companies like Wurth, Eero, and Dex Imaging writing the checks, we don’t get to watch cars go fast. Berry had a solid run in 2025, stepping into Harrison Burton’s shoes and grabbing that first Cup win at Las Vegas. Finishing 16th overall isn’t too shabby for a transition year. Now, with the 35-year-old driver settling in and the 2026 cars looking this good, expectations are definitely ramping up. If the car drives as well as it looks, the competition might be in trouble. Or at the very least, Berry will look fantastic in the rear-view mirror.

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