Trackhouse Racing and RAM are set to deliver a highly anticipated Trackhouse Racing major NASCAR announcement during the upcoming Daytona International Speedway weekend, creating buzz throughout the sport. As industry attention shifts toward this Saturday’s media events in Daytona, Florida, both organizations are expected to reveal significant updates that could reshape their lineups and partnerships within NASCAR.
RAM’s Return and Collaboration Rumors
NASCAR observer Joseph Srigley reported fresh developments regarding RAM’s long-expected return to the racing series ahead of the action-packed Daytona weekend. After previously stepping away from the sport, the truck manufacturer has lately been in negotiations with Kaulig Racing, exploring ways to expand into the Craftsman Truck Series. This renewed alliance signals potential changes in manufacturer presence and team affiliations heading into the 2025 season.
Srigley shared new details on where RAM’s big reveal will happen. Scheduled for Saturday, August 23, 2025, the event is to take place at 1450 North Tomoka Farms Road in Daytona, at the Daytona Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM dealership, a property owned by Randy Dye. Randy, the father of Daniel Dye, connects the venue to Kaulig Racing, as Daniel Dye competes for them in the Xfinity Series driving the #10 Chevy.
“The “RAM Team Announcement” is scheduled to take place at 1450 North Tomoka Farms Road in Daytona, Florida, which is the Daytona Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM dealership. That dealership is owned by Randy Dye, the father of NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Daniel Dye.”
Speculation has mounted about RAM’s future on-track partners, with ongoing discussions suggesting a technical or factory-supported deal with Kaulig Racing. Amid heightened anticipation, the official announcement location underscores close ties between the manufacturer, local interests in Daytona, and Kaulig Racing leadership.
Trackhouse Racing Faces Key Changes for 2026
July brought pivotal team news as Trackhouse Racing, along with driver Daniel Suarez, confirmed that their partnership would conclude following the 2025 NASCAR season. Although Suarez remains with the group through 2025, both parties agreed to part ways ahead of 2026, heightening curiosity regarding his successor in the #99 Chevy Camaro ZL1. Simultaneously, Trackhouse strengthened its roster by signing New Zealander Shane van Gisbergen to a multi-year contract, ensuring at least one driver change in the near future.
While speculation remains high, official word on who will drive the #99 car is expected soon, with Trackhouse’s announcement scheduled for the upcoming media day. All eyes are locked on the timeline of Saturday’s events, based on the schedule cited by Srigley:
“#NASCAR’s Media Availability Schedule for this weekend at @DAYTONA shows a trio of interesting announcements on Saturday. Noon ET: RAM Team Announcement 2:45 pm ET: @TeamTrackhouse Announcement 2:55 pm ET: @NASCAR25Game Cover Unveil”
The organization’s outlook is also driven by its current driver lineup. Among Trackhouse Racing’s three drivers, Ross Chastain and Shane van Gisbergen have already assured their spots in the playoffs. Chastain claimed victory at the Coca-Cola 600, a cornerstone event for the series, while Gisbergen secured his first season win at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez and added three more triumphs. Daniel Suarez, however, has been unable to clinch a playoff berth this year, intensifying speculation about future team strategy.
Daniel Suarez Discusses His Departure
Daniel Suarez, the longtime Trackhouse Racing driver of the #99 Chevy Camaro ZL1, reflected on his upcoming team departure during an interview with SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. Expressing clarity about his situation, Suarez remained upbeat, emphasizing his readiness to embrace new challenges and professional chapters.
“I want to make sure that you guys and all the people listening (know) I’m not sad for this. This is just a new chapter. That’s all it is. This is not a sad moment, it’s just a change.”
“This is not something new for me. I have known about this for a while. It just happens to be official today. I’m actually a little bit relieved it’s already out and people know about it and we can talk about it and we can move forward with future plans,” he added.
Suarez joined Trackhouse Racing in 2021 and quickly formed a partnership with teammate Ross Chastain. This year, the team expanded to include a third full-time car and brought in Shane van Gisbergen, alongside running a part-time car for emerging Xfinity driver Connor Zilisch. As change continues within the team, Suarez’s conciliatory stance was evident in his closing remarks:
“Things change. People change. Companies change. And it’s part of life. There are certainly no hard feelings about that.”
Currently, Daniel Suarez ranks 29th in the Cup Series, amassing 433 points across 25 races. His season includes five top-ten and one top-five finish, but also six DNFs—demonstrating a tumultuous campaign amid rising team expectations.
What These Announcements Mean for NASCAR’s Future
This weekend’s dual event with RAM and Trackhouse Racing carries significant weight for NASCAR as it could shape both team compositions and the competitive landscape for 2025 and beyond. RAM’s possible partnership with Kaulig Racing hints at changes in the truck series, while Trackhouse Racing’s likely reveal of Daniel Suarez’s replacement promises to resolve one of the sport’s pressing questions. As the NASCAR community gathers in Daytona, industry insiders, drivers, and fans will be watching to see how these announcements influence the trajectory of key organizations such as Trackhouse Racing and RAM, as well as the drivers’ futures in the national series.
