Trackhouse Racing has unveiled a new multi-year partnership with Roto-Rooter, naming the plumbing company as its Official Plumbing Installation, Repair and Replacement Services Company. This collaboration will play a central role in the Trackhouse Racing Cup Series partnership as Roto-Rooter debuts in 2026, marking an exciting step for all parties involved.
Roto-Rooter Aligns with Trackhouse Racing and Connor Zilisch
The partnership continues a connection that began between Roto-Rooter and rising star driver Connor Zilisch in October 2024 at Homestead-Miami Speedway, where Zilisch made his third career start in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series with JR Motorsports. Now, both the company and the driver are expanding their relationship with Trackhouse Racing, looking ahead to their Cup Series debut together in 2026.
“We’re really looking forward to taking the next step into the Cup Series with Connor and Trackhouse Racing,”
said Thad Reinhard, President of Roto-Rooter Corporation.
“Connor has been a great representative for Roto-Rooter the past two seasons at JR Motorsports. He’s a great young kid and incredibly talented behind the wheel. We feel very fortunate to have this opportunity and we’re all excited for the 2026 season.”
– Thad Reinhard, President of Roto-Rooter Corporation
On-Track Success Fuels Growing Partnership
In 2025, Zilisch and Roto-Rooter celebrated a thrilling victory in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series at Sonoma Raceway. Zilisch, representing JR Motorsports, held off Trackhouse Racing teammate Shane van Gisbergen in an intense 79-lap battle. He captured the lead on lap 48 and maintained it for the final 32 laps, showcasing his determination as van Gisbergen challenged him up to the finish. That win marked Zilisch’s first NASCAR series triumph, highlighted by leading 46 laps across four different stints.
Zilisch’s strong performances and his dynamic with Roto-Rooter have laid a solid foundation for their upcoming Cup Series endeavors together.
Roto-Rooter’s Cup Series Debut Scheduled for Bristol in 2026
Looking ahead to the 2026 season, Roto-Rooter will make its official NASCAR Cup Series debut with Trackhouse Racing and Connor Zilisch at Bristol Motor Speedway in April. The event-packed weekend features a unique doubleheader: Roto-Rooter not only appears as the primary sponsor in the Cup Series race on April 12, but also supports Zilisch in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series event on April 11, still with JR Motorsports, on the historic .533-mile concrete track.
Driver and Partner Excitement Grows for Cup Series Challenge
Zilisch expressed his enthusiasm for maintaining and expanding his partnership with Roto-Rooter as he steps up to NASCAR’s highest level.
“It’s awesome to continue the relationship with Roto-Rooter into the Cup Series,”
said Zilisch.
“I’ve met a lot of great people with the company over the last two years. The win at Sonoma was really cool, and I remember how excited everyone from Roto-Rooter was in victory lane after the race. I can’t wait to grow that relationship this season.”
– Connor Zilisch, NASCAR Cup Series Rookie
As Trackhouse Racing, Roto-Rooter, and Zilisch prepare for the 2026 campaign, stakeholders and fans alike eagerly anticipate the team’s progress in the NASCAR Cup Series. The synergy of a young, talented driver and a major corporate partner positions this collaboration for memorable breakthroughs and continued success on and off the track.
