In a significant development involving the Erik Jones crew chief change, LEGACY MOTOR CLUB revealed that veteran Justin Alexander will immediately become the new crew chief for the No. 43 Toyota Camry XSE. This adjustment is set to shape the team’s approach as they prepare for the upcoming NASCAR Cup Series season.
Transition Marks New Era for Jones and the Team
Justin Alexander steps into a role previously held by Ben Beshore, who worked alongside Erik Jones since late 2024. Under their partnership, Jones achieved four top-five finishes and secured five spots in the top ten during the 2025 season. With this change, Beshore will now serve as the Director of Race Engineering within the organization, leveraging his more than two decades of industry experience in a pivotal new capacity.
Alexander’s Experience Bolsters Crew Chief Lineup
Bringing a wealth of expertise, Justin Alexander has a history of guiding teams to playoff contention through strategic planning and leadership. His tenure in the NASCAR Cup Series includes five wins, 18 top-five results, and 54 top-ten finishes. Before moving into crew chief responsibilities, Alexander supported team owner Jimmie Johnson as a shock specialist and later as lead engineer beginning in 2005.
“We’re continuing to evolve and refine every part of our race program, and Justin is a tremendous addition to our crew chief lineup,”
said Jimmie Johnson, owner of LEGACY MOTOR CLUB.
“His experience, communication style, and leadership align perfectly with the direction we’re headed. We appreciate Ben’s hard work and look forward to his continued contributions as he transitions into his new role.”
– Jimmie Johnson, Owner, LEGACY MOTOR CLUB
Anticipated Chemistry Between Alexander and Jones
The leadership at LEGACY MOTOR CLUB is optimistic about the impact of these adjustments on the team’s performance. While Alexander’s arrival promises renewed energy, Ben Beshore’s new responsibilities are expected to strengthen the organization’s engineering foundation.
“Justin is a proven race winner, and we believe there’s the potential for a strong chemistry with Erik (Jones),”
said Cal Wells III, Chief Executive Officer of LEGACY MOTOR CLUB.
“We’ll also have Ben raising all ships with the performance engineering group. With all these changes, we’re hoping to continue the growth we saw in 2025.”
– Cal Wells III, Chief Executive Officer, LEGACY MOTOR CLUB
Additional Changes in Club Leadership
Beyond the Erik Jones crew chief change, the CLUB appointed Scott Roggenbauer as Chief Operating Officer. Roggenbauer, who previously managed operational roles at Haas F1 and ABC Technologies, moves up from his current position as Chief Financial Officer. This further strengthens the organization’s operational leadership as the team heads into a new competitive phase.
Looking Ahead to the 2026 Season Opener
As LEGACY MOTOR CLUB formalizes these structural changes, they now set their sights on the 2026 season. The team will kick off their campaign at the Cook Out Clash, slated for February 1, 2026, at Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston Salem, N.C. Fans can tune in live on FOX, MRN, and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio to follow the action.
These updates signal a period of optimism and strategic repositioning for LEGACY MOTOR CLUB, aiming to build on past progress and achieve new milestones under the leadership of Justin Alexander and an evolving competition department.
