Ram Names Kaulig Racing Anchor Factory Team for 2026 NASCAR Return

Ram is making a highly anticipated return to NASCAR by partnering with Kaulig Racing as its anchor factory team for the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. Kaulig Racing, founded by Ohio entrepreneur Matt Kaulig, will field up to five Ram 1500 trucks starting with the season opener at Daytona International Speedway in February 2026, marking Ram's first factory-supported NASCAR effort since 2012. The partnership reflects shared values of performance, integrity, and community engagement, with Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis emphasizing the team's unconventional approach and alignment with Ram's brand identity. Announced at a live NASCAR event in June and officially confirmed in late August 2025, this union represents a defining milestone for both Ram and Kaulig Racing, which currently competes in the NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series. The collaboration aims to set new standards both on race day and in off-track impact, with further details on team structure and drivers to be revealed in the coming months.