Parker Eatmon, known for his victory at the Thanksgiving Classic at Southern National Motorsports Park, will take the next step in his racing career by joining Niece Motorsports for a partial schedule in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. The young driver will pilot the No. 42 Chevrolet Silverado RST at select races while continuing his involvement in Late Model competitions.
Eatmon’s Racing Experience and Achievements
Last season, the Wilson, North Carolina native raced full-time in the zMAX CARS Tour with Hettinger Racing, achieving two top-five finishes and six top-10s, and finishing 12th in the overall standings. His progress through the development ranks makes him the latest talent from the CARS Tour to move up into NASCAR’s national series.
Driver and Team Leadership Express Enthusiasm
Parker Eatmon shared his anticipation for his upcoming debut and the opportunity to join a competitive organization.
“I’m really excited for the season to start next year as I make my Truck Series debut,”
said the 19-year-old Late Model standout.
“Niece Motorsports has fielded some very competitive trucks throughout the years, so I’m looking forward to stepping into one for the first time. It’s been fun getting to know everyone on the team, and I think we will be able to have some good runs next year.”
– Parker Eatmon, Driver
Cody Efaw, Niece Motorsports President and CEO, also spoke about the potential he sees in Eatmon and the developmental talent coming from the CARS Tour.
“We have a strong driver lineup for next year, and I think Parker Eatmon is one to keep an eye on,”
said Efaw.
“We’ve been paying close attention to the talent coming out of the CARS Tour because we believe that it’s one of the strongest development series out there. Parker has contended for wins there, which makes him a great candidate for a Truck Series seat. We’re looking forward to seeing what he is capable of.”
– Cody Efaw, Niece Motorsports President and CEO
Upcoming Plans and Niece Motorsports’ Expanding Driver Roster
Eatmon is set to get his first experience in a NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series vehicle at the two-day organizational test at Rockingham Speedway in January. The team’s No. 42 Chevrolet Silverado RST lineup now features Eatmon, ARCA Menards Series West race-winner Tyler Reif, and CARS Tour winner Conner Jones, with additional drivers yet to be announced.
Sponsorship partners and further details about crew members and the rest of the Niece Motorsports team will be revealed in the future. The announcement of Eatmon’s racing schedule in the series is also anticipated at a later date.
Anticipation Builds for the Start of the Season
The 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season will open at Daytona International Speedway on Friday, February 13 at 7:30 PM ET, with Eatmon’s schedule to be confirmed. As Niece Motorsports enters a new season with refreshed ownership and a focus on emerging drivers, Parker Eatmon’s inclusion represents the team’s ongoing investment in the future of the sport and offers hope for continued success both for the driver and the organization in upcoming events.
