The No. 24 car returned in 2005 as the No. 57, a number taken from the sponsorship of Heinz and its "57 varieties". Several drivers piloted the No. 57 in 2005 and 2006, with Brian Vickers competing in the majority of races. Additional sponsors, including Lowe's and Mountain Dew, signed deals to sponsor the team for certain races. After Vickers' departure from Hendrick Motorsports, the team reverted to the No. 24 with driver Casey Mears, and the National Guard sponsoring a limited schedule.