Anticipation is running high as the Kaulig Racing NASCAR lineup remains partially unannounced for the upcoming Craftsman Truck Series season, sparking fierce speculation among fans. While veteran and rookie drivers have been named for some seats, the identities of the final two drivers and the full extent of Ram’s return to the sport generate both excitement and debate across the motorsports world.
Ram’s Return Prompts Questions About Kaulig’s Truck Series Drivers
After more than a decade away, Ram declared its return to NASCAR on June 8, 2025, making a major announcement about five Truck Series entries with Kaulig Racing. While the comeback itself energized followers, Kaulig Racing fueled intrigue when the team announced all but two of its driver selections for the 2025 season. Daniel Dye, Brenden “Butterbean” Queen, and Justin Haley are confirmed to pilot the No. 10, No. 12, and No. 16 trucks, respectively. However, the drivers for the No. 14 and No. 25 machines remain undisclosed, creating an air of mystery for observers of the series and the Kaulig Racing NASCAR lineup.
The buzz intensified with an official post from the team on social media:
“The announcement you’ve all been waiting for since August… 😏”
Kaulig Racing, Team Account
This cryptic message and partial reveal have only fanned the flames of speculation among NASCAR fans, industry followers, and the broader fan community.
Fans and Industry Watch for Big-Name Drivers
As rumors swirl, attention turns to several possible high-profile stars who could take the final two spots in the Kaulig Racing NASCAR lineup. Although chatter points to names like three-time Cup Series champion Tony Stewart and 18-time Cup winner Kasey Kahne, Kaulig officials have stated that no contracts exist with these racing icons as of late November. Some believe the team may tab the winner of a yet-to-be-aired reality TV show for one seat. Adding another layer of speculation, UFC President Dana White was spotted wearing a Kaulig Racing shirt at UFC 322, fueling theories of his involvement.
Amid the speculation, Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis explained the team’s approach for one of the mystery seats as part of a novel fan-involvement initiative:
“The key to that is these fans love the teams, and they love the drivers; these larger-than-life personalities are who they’re attracted to,”
Tim Kuniskis, CEO, Ram
“You know, they can’t get in and drive the car, but they can live vicariously through these people. So we said, how do we expand that past these three drivers, and that’s where the idea of the free agent car came from.”
Tim Kuniskis, CEO, Ram
This statement alludes to the Free Agent Driver Program, particularly for the No. 25 entry, which suggests the final selections may be shaped by both driver credentials and fan connection.
Returning Names and Lineup Shifts in Cup Series
As the mystery endures for the Craftsman Truck Series entries, Kaulig Racing is also making moves in the Cup Series. Ty Dillon is set to return to Kaulig’s premier-level lineup, joining forces again with AJ Allmendinger. For Dillon, the official confirmation resonated on a personal level:
“This means a lot to me, I’m very grateful, it’s been a wonderful winter, it’s been a little bit of a slow rollout of our announcement, but we’ve kind of all known about it for a couple of months now, and just excited to get it out on the table,”
Ty Dillon, NASCAR Driver
These returning drivers reinforce Kaulig’s presence in both the Cup and Truck Series, but the team’s attention remains fixed on revealing its full Truck Series roster.
Legends Linked to the Lineup Continue to Draw Headlines
The possibility of Tony Stewart, a motorsports icon with 49 Cup Series wins and accolades in IndyCar, USAC, dirt racing, and NHRA, joining the Kaulig Racing NASCAR lineup has drawn ongoing fan fascination. Even if Stewart is not ultimately chosen, his insights on what trophies mean to racing legends add perspective to the excitement:
“It’s the one that Goodyear does for the Cup champion each year. They do a gold car, and I think it’s 18th scale. It’s a replica of your car. So, it’s gold-plated, and your number and your sponsor logos are all etched in it,”
Tony Stewart, NASCAR/IndyCar Champion
“Don’t have one of those yet. I’m not going to have one because I probably won’t ever race the new 500 again. But I think it’s a cooler trophy than that.”
Tony Stewart, NASCAR/IndyCar Champion
Stewart’s ongoing relevance exemplifies how championship-caliber personalities continue to define not only racing results but shape fan imaginations as well.
Anticipation High as Official Announcement Draws Near
The ongoing speculation around the Kaulig Racing NASCAR lineup, particularly the two unnamed drivers of the No. 14 and No. 25 trucks, has intensified the focus of fans and media alike. The situation is charged, with every move from Kaulig Racing, Ram, and rumored stars scrutinized for new clues. With prominent drivers like Daniel Dye, Brenden “Butterbean” Queen, Justin Haley, Ty Dillon, and AJ Allmendinger confirmed across Kaulig’s squads, attention now shifts to who will round out the team’s ambitious entries.
As the countdown to the official lineup announcement continues, the landscape of the Craftsman Truck Series—and perhaps NASCAR as a whole—may be shaped by whichever race winners, celebrities, or fan-favorites eventually take the wheel for Kaulig Racing’s historic campaign with Ram.
The announcement you’ve all been waiting for since August… 😏 pic.twitter.com/0DtbnRzZiz
— Kaulig Trucks (@Kaulig_Trucks) December 4, 2025
