Tanner Gray will continue racing with TRICON Garage for the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season, as TRICON confirmed both he and Gio Ruggiero will return to their lineup. The announcement reinforces TRICON’s commitment to fielding strong competitors in the upcoming season, making “Tanner Gray TRICON 2026” a central headline in truck racing news.
TRICON Garage Renews With Familiar Drivers
On December 18, TRICON Garage revealed that Tanner Gray and Gio Ruggiero would again represent the team in the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. While exact truck numbers for next year have not been shared, Gray has customarily been behind the wheel of the No. 15 during his time with the team, and Ruggiero previously competed in the No. 17 in his rookie season.
Kaden Honeycutt Joins the Team for Next Season
The returning drivers join newcomer Kaden Honeycutt, whose move to TRICON for 2026 was previously confirmed. In the 2025 season, the team managed five full-time trucks. Ruggiero delivered a strong performance, including one victory, seven finishes in the top five, and eleven races in the top ten, marking a noteworthy rookie year.
Performance Highlights and Team Impact
Tanner Gray, entering his seventh full-time Truck season in 2026, scored three top-five finishes and six top-ten results during the previous campaign. With Gray’s consistency and Ruggiero’s rapid ascent, the team hopes to build on their competitive presence in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, keeping both established and emerging drivers at the forefront.
Significance for the 2026 Truck Series Season
The retention of both Tanner Gray and Gio Ruggiero, along with the addition of Kaden Honeycutt, positions TRICON Garage as a team to watch in 2026. As the official truck numbers are anticipated later, the team’s choices are expected to influence its chances in one of NASCAR’s most competitive championships.
