Overview
- Ram Trucks will enter the Craftsman Truck Series in 2026, marking the first new OEM in NASCAR since Toyota joined in 2004.
- Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis aims to field four to six entries at the 2026 Daytona season opener.
- NASCAR executive vice president John Probst says the sport is very close to confirming a fifth manufacturer, with Honda frequently mentioned among the contenders.
- The Truck Series uses spec NT1 Ilmor engines and production-inspired aerodynamics, reducing technical barriers for new OEMs.
- A minimum 18-month onboarding process is required for any manufacturer entering NASCAR’s Cup Series to develop bodies and engines.