DAYTONA BEACH, Florida – Kaulig Racing will become Ram’s primary partner when the automaker returns to NASCAR in 2026. This was announced by team owner Matt Kaulig this Saturday at a Ram dealership in Daytona Beach. The team plans to field five vehicles in the Truck Series, although the drivers who will occupy those seats have not yet been announced. Kaulig Racing will be the only team to compete with Ram vehicles, based at their Welcome, North Carolina shop.
The next season will mark Ram’s return to the Truck Series, a category in which he last competed in 2012.This partnership represents much more than a new chapter in the history of Kaulig Racing. It is a union of shared values. Over the last decade, our team has built a legacy based on performance, integrity, and contribution to the community. Joining forces as the primary team for Ram’s return to NASCAR is an honor and a responsibility. Together, we are ready to set a new standard on race day and in the impact we generate off the track.
Matt Kaulig, owner of Kaulig Racing
Kaulig Racing will continue to compete with Chevrolet vehicles in the Xfinity and Cup series, while using Ram vehicles in the Truck Series. Currently, Kaulig has two full-time teams in the Cup Series and three in the Xfinity Series. This association with Ram marks Kaulig Racing’s first foray into the Truck Series. Kaulig began its participation in NASCAR in 2016 in the Xfinity Series, expanding to the Cup Series in 2021.We needed a partner who truly aligned with the Ram brand and embraced our unconventional approach to NASCAR. With Kaulig Racing, we found the perfect synergy to drive our ‘Last Tenth’ culture.
Tim Kuniskis, CEO of Ram
