Rajah Caruth will rejoin the Hendrick Motorsports NASCAR Xfinity Series in the No. 17 Chevrolet at the Kansas Speedway next weekend, marking his third start with the organization this season. After last racing with the team in 2023 at Phoenix, Caruth is eager to demonstrate his progress at a familiar track, hoping to build on his previous NASCAR experiences.
Kansas Speedway Offers New Opportunity
Kansas Speedway provides a significant challenge for Caruth, as his past Xfinity performances there resulted in finishes outside the top 20, placing P25 and P29. However, he’s no stranger to the track: in addition to his Xfinity starts, he has raced multiple times at Kansas in the Truck Series, where the venue has appeared on the schedule twice per year throughout his three years in that division. His racing history at Kansas also includes appearances in ARCA events, giving him a well-rounded familiarity with the circuit.
Past Experience and Recent Achievements
Caruth’s return comes as he has continued to develop across multiple NASCAR Series. Driving previously with Alpha Prime Racing in the Xfinity Series, he finished P12 at Martinsville and P14 at Phoenix with Hendrick Motorsports in 2023. Recently, Caruth secured two wins in the Craftsman Truck Series at Las Vegas and Nashville, tracks similar in layout to Kansas, highlighting his growing prowess on intermediate circuits.
“Next stop: Kansas!@rajahcaruth_ will drive the No. 17 @HendrickCars Chevy at Kansas next weekend. pic.twitter.com/BbSpv4VwZ0″— Hendrick Motorsports (@TeamHendrick)
This upcoming Kansas race will see Caruth in a car previously driven by other development drivers this season, including Corey Day and Jake Finch. Corey Day, who has been backed by Kyle Larson, is making waves in his transition from dirt track racing to pavement and has quickly turned heads as a rookie phenom.
Caruth’s Perspective and Ambitions
“I feel extremely excited and thankful for the opportunity and for me, I think about how much I’ve grown since the last time I was fortunate enough to drive a race car out of this building,”— Rajah Caruth, Driver
“I believe my experience I’ve accumulated the last few years in the (CRAFTSMAN) Truck Series, and my partial Xfinity stuff will put me right where I need to be to run up front and hopefully have a good race.”— Rajah Caruth, Driver
While Caruth focuses on the upcoming Kansas Xfinity event, he is also competing in the Truck Series Playoffs and aims to advance into the Round of 8 at New Hampshire. He currently holds a favorable points position, but the competition remains intense.
Continued Support from Hendrick Motorsports
Rajah Caruth’s relationship with HendrickCars.com began two years ago and solidified in 2023 when Jeff Gordon and other leadership at Hendrick Motorsports took a vested interest in his career. This support has followed him through trades and sponsorship, including partnerships with Spire Motorsports.
Hendrick Motorsports continues to cultivate new talent through placements like Caruth, Day, and Finch in its Xfinity program. The organization is always on the lookout for drivers capable of eventually advancing to the Cup Series, and Caruth’s performances, particularly if he adds more Truck Series wins, could strengthen his candidacy for a future Cup seat.
Looking Ahead for Rajah Caruth and Hendrick Motorsports
As excitement builds for the Kansas event, Rajah Caruth’s return to the Hendrick Motorsports NASCAR Xfinity Series highlights both his personal progress and the team’s commitment to grooming emerging drivers. With support from names like Jeff Gordon and momentum from recent accomplishments, Caruth’s upcoming race will be closely watched by fans and the broader racing community, as it may prove pivotal in his climb toward the sport’s highest levels.
Next stop: Kansas!@rajahcaruth_ will drive the No. 17 @HendrickCars Chevy at Kansas next weekend. 🤝 pic.twitter.com/BbSpv4VwZ0
— Hendrick Motorsports (@TeamHendrick) September 18, 2025
