Rajah Caruth Joins JR Motorsports Part-Time Xfinity Series 2026

Rajah Caruth, currently a full-time NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver with Spire Motorsports, has been signed by JR Motorsports to compete part-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series (soon to be renamed the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series) in 2026, driving the iconic No. 88 Chevrolet Camaro. Caruth, who is second in the Truck Series standings and has multiple wins and top finishes, will continue his full-time Truck Series commitments while expanding his presence in the Xfinity Series, where he has 22 starts and a best finish of 12th. JR Motorsports has not disclosed the exact number of races Caruth will run in the No. 88 car or if he will continue Truck Series races with Spire in 2026. The move strengthens JR Motorsports’ driver lineup, which includes full-time drivers Justin Allgaier and Sammy Smith and part-time drivers Carson Kvapil and Connor Zilisch, the latter moving to the Cup Series next year. Caruth’s addition aligns with JR Motorsports’ strategy to develop young talent and sustain competitive performance in NASCAR’s feeder series. His recent strong performances, including a win at Nashville Superspeedway and a solid playoff position, underscore his potential impact as he transitions into a higher series while maintaining ties to his current team.