Rajah Caruth will take the wheel of the Hendrick Motorsports No. 17 car in the NASCAR Xfinity Series at Kansas Speedway, bringing the Rajah Caruth Hendrick Kansas Drive into the spotlight as officially revealed by the team on September 18. This marks another step forward in Caruth’s racing career, with sponsorship from HendrickCars.com supporting his effort.
Announcement of Caruth’s Entry at Kansas
The announcement confirms Caruth as the driver of Hendrick’s No. 17 entry for the Kansas race, though no additional events have been set for him in the part-time car. The No. 17 is typically fielded by Hendrick Motorsports for its mainstay NASCAR Cup Series competitors but has seen part-time participation from drivers such as Corey Day, Caruth, and Jake Finch during this season.
Caruth’s Performance and Experience This Season
Rajah Caruth is currently competing full-time in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series for Spire Motorsports, piloting the No. 71 truck. His season so far includes one victory, three finishes in the top five, and nine top-ten results, which place him eighth in the points standings. In addition to his Truck Series campaign, Caruth has also made two Xfinity Series appearances earlier this year for Jordan Anderson Racing, achieving a best finish of 22nd at Dover Motor Speedway.
Reflections and Expectations for the Kansas Race
In his official statement, Caruth shared his enthusiasm about the opportunity and returning to drive for Hendrick Motorsports.
“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 racecar out of this building,”
Caruth said in a release. The growth in his racing career, combined with recent experience, has shaped his outlook for the upcoming race.
“I believe my experience I’ve accumulated the last few years in the 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, Release Statement
Past Engagements With Hendrick Motorsports
This is not Caruth’s first time driving for Hendrick Motorsports in the Xfinity Series; last year he participated in a one-off event at Phoenix Raceway, where he finished 14th. His evolving relationship with the organization and his progress through various NASCAR divisions have established him as one of the rising talents to watch.
Potential Pathways After Kansas
Looking beyond Kansas, there is no confirmation regarding Caruth taking part in future races for Hendrick in the Xfinity Series. However, his steady performances and adaptability across multiple series continue to strengthen his profile. Caruth’s drive at Kansas Speedway is set to be another key experience as he aims to build his reputation within NASCAR’s competitive landscape.
