Harrison Burton, joining AM Racing for the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series, is gearing up to compete in the full 33-race season, starting at Daytona International Speedway on February 15. This move places the Huntersville, North Carolina native, a driver with solid Ford credentials and recent experience in the NASCAR Cup Series, at the forefront of AM Racing’s junior year campaign. The partnership aligns with AM Racing’s ongoing efforts to establish a lasting presence in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, and the team’s immediate focus is on the Focused Health 302 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Burton’s Racing Background and Achievements
Aged 24, Burton enters AM Racing’s fold after a 108-race period with Wood Brothers Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series. He returns to the Xfinity Series with a wealth of experience, including 104 series starts, 4 career wins (all in 2020), 28 top-five finishes, and 59 top-ten results. Notably, Burton twice finished eighth in the championship standings, in both 2020 and 2021, and holds an overall average finish of 12.8 across four Xfinity seasons.
Highlighting his Xfinity wins, Burton has triumphed at Auto Club Speedway, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Texas Motor Speedway, and Martinsville Speedway, demonstrating competitiveness across different track types. The driver, son of former NASCAR racer and TV analyst Jeff Burton, has also accumulated 109 Cup Series starts, 40 outings in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, and 52 races in the ARCA Menards Series.
Partnerships Fueling the 2025 Season
AM Racing’s 2025 campaign with Burton is supported by prominent partners. Dead On Tools headlines as the team’s primary sponsor, bringing experience in designing professional tools and work gear. With a base in the Midwest and distribution networks throughout North America, Dead On Tools stands out for its innovation rooted in feedback from actual industry professionals.
The team’s appreciation extends to a range of sponsors—AIRBOX Air Purifier, Blue Wolf Cleaner & Degreasers, DEX Imaging, Eagle Rentals, Flying Circle, Mechanix Wear, Morton Buildings, Racing Radios, Volt Batteries, and WIX Filters—who play vital roles in the journey.
Burton’s Track Record at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Las Vegas Motor Speedway has proven to be a solid ground for Burton. The 2025 Focused Health 302 marks his sixth Xfinity appearance at the 1.5-mile Nevada track. His previous outings include two top-five and five top-ten finishes, featuring a standout fifth-place run in the 2020 Boyd Gaming 300 while driving for Joe Gibbs Racing. Across these starts, he maintains an average finish of 8.2 at the site.
Earlier in 2025, Burton posted an eighth-place finish at Las Vegas with AM Racing, starting 18th in The LiUNA! NASCAR Xfinity Series Race—a result that contributed to one of his ten top-ten finishes this season. His Cup Series résumé at Las Vegas includes a best finish of 15th, while he also boasts one top-five and two top-ten results in Truck Series competition at the venue.
AM Racing’s Growth and Recent Performance
The Focused Health 302 will be AM Racing’s sixth Xfinity start at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. To date, the team’s best result at the track came with Burton’s eighth-place finish earlier in 2025. On large speedway-style circuits, the Statesville, North Carolina-based group has amassed 44 Xfinity Series starts, tallying one top-five and eight top-ten performances, with an overall average finish of 19.2 at Las Vegas.
In recent weeks, AM Racing and Burton competed in the Blue Cross NC 250 at the Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL™, an elimination event in the opening Xfinity Series Playoffs round. Entering the race with optimism after a strong showing at World Wide Technology Raceway, the team looked forward to advancing further in the postseason. However, mechanical issues regarding fuel pressure hampered their race, resulting in a 34th-place finish and an end to their playoff hopes for the season.
Despite the setback, both the driver and the team remain determined to compete for top results as the season draws to a close, with a target to finish fifth among non-Playoff drivers by the final Championship 4 race at Phoenix Raceway on November 1.
Danny Efland Guides the No. 25 Ford Mustang
Providing technical direction is Danny Efland, a veteran race engineer and former NASCAR Xfinity Series driver. Efland serves as crew chief for his 34th Xfinity race and his second appearance at Las Vegas in a leadership position. His record includes one pole position, three top-five finishes, and eleven top-tens—all achievements that add experience to AM Racing’s playoff ambition and Burton’s Xfinity return.
The Keys to Success and Outlook for Las Vegas
Burton’s experience and insights provide direction for his approach at Las Vegas. Emphasizing discipline, tire management, and adapting to changing track conditions, he believes these factors are crucial for sustained performance during long runs. Securing clean air and track position, particularly during pivotal race segments, adds further importance as the competition intensifies during Playoff season—even if AM Racing is now an outsider to the championship chase.
“The goal is to keep our momentum rolling and fight for our sixth straight top-10 finish with our No. 25 Dead On Tools Ford Mustang. Everyone at AM Racing has worked so hard, and we’re focused on closing out the year strong.”
— Harrison Burton, Driver
Burton values confidence in his team’s preparation and potential. He shares,
“I feel really confident in what our AM Racing group has been building with our No. 25 Dead On Tools Ford Mustang, and if we execute the way we’ve been doing lately, we can keep this top-10 track streak going and maybe even contend for something bigger.”
— Harrison Burton, Driver
Looking ahead to the environment at Las Vegas during Playoff time, Burton remarks,
“Track position and long-run balance will be the biggest keys this weekend. The stakes are high for everyone, but that’s what makes racing at Vegas so exciting — it’s about staying composed, hitting your marks, and taking advantage when the opportunity comes.”
— Harrison Burton, Driver
Season Expectations and Goals
Even though the Playoff bid has ended, Burton remains focused on completing the season with strong, consistent performances and further growth for the team. He notes the pride of sustained top-ten finishes and aims to keep advancing as the year concludes.
“We want to be the best of the rest, and we’re focused on ending the year with momentum. With the speed and chemistry, we’ve developed with our No. 25 Dead On Tools Ford Mustang throughout the season, I know we can finish this season on a high note.”
— Harrison Burton, Driver
Reflecting on Recent Challenges
The team’s recent outing at the Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL™ presented challenges out of their control, particularly a fuel system issue that arose before the race, ultimately preventing them from competing at their best. Despite the frustration of an early exit, Burton highlights the achievement of making the Playoffs and acknowledges memorable moments, including the team’s competitive run at Bristol.
“I’m proud of the season we’ve had. It’s been a lot of fun to make the playoffs and go to Bristol, a huge highlight for us to run in a really competitive way to start our playoffs. We just didn’t end it the right way.”
— Harrison Burton, Driver
Final Races and What’s Next
With a handful of races left in the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series schedule, Harrison Burton and AM Racing will continue striving for top performances, especially against non-Playoff contenders. The Focused Health 302 at Las Vegas, scheduled for October 11 with practice and qualifying earlier in the day, stands as the next opportunity to demonstrate the team’s progress and resilience in the highly competitive series.
As the season winds down, AM Racing and Burton’s collaboration, bolstered by technical leadership from Danny Efland and support from key partners like Dead On Tools, aims to finish the year with momentum and set the stage for a strong run in 2025. Fans can follow their journey and further updates on AM Racing’s and Burton’s official social media channels.
