Trackhouse Racing Daniel Suárez 2025 departure was confirmed Tuesday afternoon, as Daniel Suárez announced via social media that he and Trackhouse Racing have agreed to part ways at the end of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season. Suárez, who has been with the team since its inaugural season, emphasized this decision was mutual and leaves open questions about his next destination within motorsport.
Daniel Suárez Announces End of Trackhouse Chapter
Suárez used his social platforms to share the news, clarifying that both he and Trackhouse Racing reached the decision together following five seasons of collaboration. Reflecting on his time with the team, Suárez expressed appreciation for their success and camaraderie:
“Trackhouse and I have mutually agreed to part ways at the end of the 2025 season,”
Suárez stated.
“I’ve had some of the best years of my Cup Series career at Trackhouse. We had great successes as a team and I gained some incredible friends. We took a team nobody had even heard of in 2021 and in just a couple of years we were winning races and running up front on a weekly basis.”
—Daniel Suárez, Driver
Suárez underscored his gratitude for the #99 crew and looks forward with optimism:
“I wish Trackhouse nothing but the best, this 99 team will always be special to me. And like I always say, the best is ahead!”
—Daniel Suárez, Driver
As of this announcement, neither Suárez nor Trackhouse Racing have detailed what their respective next steps will be for the 2026 season, increasing anticipation within the NASCAR community about future line-ups and moves.
Trackhouse’s Possible Future with Connor Zilisch
While Suárez’s exit creates a significant opening, Trackhouse Racing already has a potential successor in its development pipeline. Eighteen-year-old Connor Zilisch, currently under a development driver contract with Trackhouse, has competed in three Cup Series races this year, recently achieving an 11th-place finish at EchoPark Speedway, his best result so far. Zilisch also maintains a busy schedule with JR Motorsports in the Xfinity Series, where he has nabbed two wins in 16 races this season, hinting at a promising future for both team and driver.
Reviewing Suárez’s Trackhouse Achievements
Daniel Suárez’s journey with Trackhouse Racing began in 2021, marking a period of consistent growth for both the driver and the burgeoning team. Over five seasons, Suárez collected two wins, 15 top-five finishes, and 39 top-ten finishes, peaking at 10th overall in the 2022 points standings. He qualified for the playoffs in half of his campaigns with Trackhouse. This record highlights his integral role during the team’s rise from a newcomer to a regular front-runner in the Cup Series.
Team owner Justin Marks acknowledged Suárez’s foundational contribution:
“The role Daniel has played in the Trackhouse origin story and its first five years will remain a valued part of the company’s history forever,”
Marks said.
“His commitment, work ethic and dedication to the effort is one of the most impressive things I have personally seen in my career.”
—Justin Marks, Team Owner
Marks further praised Suárez for his professionalism and friendship:
“We will forever be thankful and honored that Daniel chose to spend many incredible years with us. We are proud of his wins, his successes, the growth of his brand, and his emergence as a valuable athlete in America’s greatest motorsport. But, most of all, I’m proud of him as a friend. I’m truly excited to see what awaits him in the next chapter of his amazing career. We are grateful for the professionalism, effort and heart he’s brought to our organization.”
—Justin Marks, Team Owner
Looking Ahead: The Remainder of 2025 and Suárez’s Career Milestones
Currently sitting 29th in the season’s point standings, Daniel Suárez remains committed to his Trackhouse seat through the rest of 2025. The team emphasized:
“as the team works to win more races and earn a playoff spot.”
Suárez continues to express appreciation for those who supported his tenure with the team:
“I want to thank all the men and women at Trackhouse Racing for your love and support,”
—Daniel Suárez, Driver
Now 33 years old, Suárez is in his ninth full-time year competing in the Cup Series, accumulating 305 career starts across teams such as Joe Gibbs Racing, Stewart-Haas Racing, Gaunt Brothers Racing, and Trackhouse Racing. Along with two Cup Series victories, Suárez boasts an Xfinity Series championship and four Xfinity race wins, further solidifying his legacy as the only Mexican-born driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race.
What Comes Next for Daniel Suárez and Trackhouse Racing?
As the 2025 season continues, Daniel Suárez’s contributions to Trackhouse Racing will remain a core part of the team’s history, while the organization looks ahead to shaping its future, possibly with rising talent like Connor Zilisch. In the meantime, both the driver and team are expected to focus on adding to their list of achievements before a new chapter begins in 2026, drawing the attention of fans across the motorsports world who are eager to see where Suárez’s journey leads next.
