Jimmie Johnson, the celebrated NASCAR Hall of Famer and seven-time Cup Series champion, is set to race in the TRICON Garage NASCAR race at Naval Base Coronado, San Diego, marking his first Truck Series appearance since 2008. Johnson will drive the No. 1 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro for TRICON Garage on June 19, 2026, as part of a milestone event on the waterfront street circuit in his Southern California hometown.
Johnson’s Homecoming for the Inaugural San Diego Event
TRICON Garage announced Johnson’s return to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series for the highly anticipated NASCAR weekend at San Diego’s Naval Base Coronado. The event represents the first time the series visits the venue, introducing a challenging 16-turn, 3.4-mile street course that traces the scenic Coronado waterfront. Johnson, a Southern California native, brings local pride to the occasion, making the race especially meaningful for him.
“Racing in San Diego means everything to me – it’s home,”
said Johnson.
“Getting behind the wheel of a Truck Series entry has been on my mind for a while. The competition is incredible, and doing it at a historic street race on a Navy base in my hometown? That’s special. I’m grateful to TRICON and Carvana for making this happen, and honestly, I can’t think of a better way to honor our military and celebrate where I’m from.”
— Jimmie Johnson, NASCAR Hall of Famer
Support from Carvana and Double Duty for Johnson
Carvana, a noted e-commerce platform for car buyers and sellers, will stand behind Johnson during the San Diego NASCAR festivities. The company, which has a longstanding partnership with both Johnson and LEGACY MOTOR CLUB, will feature as the primary sponsor on TRICON’s Friday Truck Series entry, and will also back Johnson’s run in Sunday’s Cup Series event. Johnson’s weekend will see him attempt “double duty,” competing in LEGACY MOTOR CLUB’s No. 84 Carvana Toyota Camry XSE for the Cup Series following his Friday Truck Series race.
Event Details and Community Significance
The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Naval Base Coronado is slated for Friday, June 19, 2026, aligning with the base’s Navy Community Day. The event is expected to draw attention from across the motorsport world, highlighting both the sport’s appreciation for the military and its connection to the Southern California community. Broadcast coverage will be available on FS1, with radio coverage offered via the NASCAR Racing Network and SiriusXM. Johnson’s return is seen as a celebratory nod to his roots and a boost for both TRICON Garage and the wider NASCAR fan base, with excitement building around his participation in this landmark street race.
