John Hunter Nemechek is set for an exciting Daytona return as he re-enters the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series for the Fresh From Florida 250 at Daytona International Speedway on Friday, February 13. Marking his 150th career start in the series, Nemechek will pilot the No. 62 DriveValue.com® Toyota Tundra TRD Pro for Halmar Friesen Racing, electrifying his fans and the racing community with this special appearance.
Nemechek’s Milestone Start and Current Racing Schedule
Nemechek, who boasts 13 victories in the Truck Series, currently races full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series behind the wheel of the No. 42 Toyota Camry XSE for LEGACY MOTOR CLUB. Having participated in more than 350 combined events across NASCAR’s three key national series, Nemechek brings both experience and star power to his 150th start in the trucks at Daytona.
Excitement Builds for Daytona Challenge
With anticipation mounting for his Daytona return, Nemechek shared his enthusiasm, stating,
“I’m really excited to get back behind the wheel in the Truck Series, especially at a place like Daytona,”
John Hunter Nemechek, Driver. Demonstrating gratitude for this opportunity and the organizations involved, Nemechek continued,
“I’m extremely grateful to Halmar Friesen Racing and Stewart (Friesen) for the opportunity to drive the No. 62 Toyota. Daytona is such a special track, and any time you get the chance to compete there, it means a lot. I’m looking forward to making the most of this opportunity and having a strong run with the support of HFR and DriveValue.com®.”
— John Hunter Nemechek, Driver.
Sponsorship and Team Support
DriveValue.com will take a prominent position on Nemechek’s No. 62 truck hood for this event. Already a sponsor with LEGACY MOTOR CLUB, DriveValue.com, a resource from the Exit Planning Institute®, is focused on providing business owners and leadership teams tools to build enterprise value and long-term success. This sponsorship aligns with both Nemechek’s personal brand and the sport’s dedication to supporting its key partners.
Strong Team Backing for Nemechek’s Daytona Campaign
Halmar Friesen Racing is equally energized about starting the season with Nemechek’s expertise. Stewart Friesen, representing the team, expressed,
“I speak for everyone at HFR by saying how pumped we are to have John Hunter kick off our first season as a full-time two-truck team at Daytona,”
Stewart Friesen, Driver/Team Principal. He added,
“His track record and experience speaks for itself, and we all know he will do a great job competing for a win in the biggest race of the year. We also welcome the DriveValue.com® team to the Craftsman Truckseries and are thankful for their support of John Hunter at the World Center of Racing.”
— Stewart Friesen, Driver/Team Principal.
Looking Ahead to the Fresh From Florida 250
The Fresh From Florida 250 will serve as the season opener for the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, launching high-speed thrills at the legendary Daytona International Speedway. Fans eager to watch John Hunter Nemechek’s Daytona return can tune in on Friday, February 13, beginning at 7:30 p.m. EST via FS1, Sirius XM, and the NASCAR Racing Network. This race not only marks a milestone for Nemechek but also sets the stage for an action-packed year in one of NASCAR’s most celebrated venues.
