Ram has confirmed that Kaulig Racing will become the anchor factory team for the truck maker’s anticipated return to NASCAR, starting with the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2026.
Kaulig Racing, founded a decade ago by Matt Kaulig, is poised to field up to five Ram 1500 trucks in next year’s NASCAR’s Craftsman Truck series, starting with the season kick-off race at Daytona International Speedway on February 13. The race will mark the first time a factory-supported team will carry the Ram badge in a NASCAR race since 2012.
“This partnership represents far more than a new chapter in Kaulig Racing’s history, it’s a union of shared values,” said Matt Kaulig, owner of Kaulig Racing.
“Over the past decade, our team has built a legacy rooted in performance, integrity and giving back to the community. To now join forces as the anchor team for Ram’s return to NASCAR is both an honor and a responsibility. Together, we’re ready to set a new standard on race day and in the impact we make off the track.”
Kaulig Racing currently fields two chartered entries in the NASCAR Cup Series and three teams in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, scoring 29 race wins over the last seven seasons across the two series.
“We needed a partner that truly aligns with the Ram brand and embraces our unconventional approach to NASCAR,” said Tim Kuniskis, Ram Trucks CEO. “With Kaulig Racing, we found the perfect synergy to drive our ’Last Tenth’ culture forward.”
As Kaulig Racing continues to build its Craftsman Truck Series teams for the 2026 season, the driver line-up for its inaugural season in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series will be announced at a later date.
“We are proud of what the men and women of Kaulig Racing have accomplished over the past decade,” added Kaulig Racing president Chris Rice. “Special thanks to Ty Norris (Kaulig chief business officer) for his dedication to Kaulig Racing and helping get us to the next level.”
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