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Ross Chastain Expands Niece Truck Program to Eight Races in 2026

A revised NASCAR rule for 2026 lets veteran Cup drivers make more lower‑series starts, enabling Chastain’s larger slate with Niece.

Overview

  • Chastain will drive Niece Motorsports’ No. 45 in eight NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series events this season.
  • He will share the full-time No. 45 entry with Landen Lewis and a third driver who has not yet been named.
  • Niece says the specific races for Chastain’s appearances will be announced as the season progresses.
  • Under the 2026 rules, experienced Cup drivers may enter up to eight Truck races and ten O’Reilly (Xfinity) events.
  • Chastain returns for his ninth year with Niece, having delivered five wins for the team including its first Truck victory in 2019.