Adam Andretti, a respected competitor in the Trans-Am Series and part of the famed Andretti racing family, will make his debut in the NASCAR national series in 2026 through a multi-race agreement with TRICON Garage. The TRICON Garage NASCAR deal will see Andretti behind the wheel of the #5 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro across several Truck Series events, beginning at EchoPark Speedway in February.
Andretti Set for Truck Series Races with TRICON Garage
On February 16, TRICON Garage announced that Adam Andretti, known for both his family’s racing legacy and his own career, will compete in four NASCAR Truck Series races during the 2026 season. His first appearance is scheduled for the second race of the season at EchoPark Speedway on February 21 at 1:30 pm ET. The agreement continues with Andretti piloting the #5 Truck at the Streets of St. Petersburg on February 28, then moving to Watkins Glen International on May 8, and concluding at Naval Base Coronado on June 19.
This schedule marks Andretti’s transition from road racing to the competitive tracks of NASCAR, an opportunity that fans have anticipated given his family’s deep roots in motorsports. He joins notable locations such as Atlanta, St. Pete, Watkins Glen, and San Diego in this slate of races.
“A second-generation driver ready to make his @NASCAR_Trucks mark. Trans-Am ace Adam Andretti will join TRICON for a multi-race slate, including Atlanta, St. Pete, Watkins Glen and San Diego 🙌”
– TRICON Garage representative
Main Sponsorship Backed by TopLiner™
In support of this multi-race effort, TopLiner™, recognized for its spray-on truck bed liner expertise, is set to serve as the primary sponsor for Andretti’s participation in the Truck Series. This collaboration underscores the strong interest surrounding Adam Andretti’s entry into NASCAR, as he is poised to represent both the sponsor and the team in these high-profile events.
Adam Andretti Shares His Excitement About the Opportunity
Adam Andretti, who has achieved eight wins in the Trans-Am Series and has twice been a championship runner-up in the TA2 class, expressed gratitude and optimism about joining TRICON Garage for his NASCAR Truck Series debut. He highlighted the significance of driving for an established team and representing a respected sponsor as key factors that make this milestone meaningful.
“I am at a loss for words for how blessed I feel to be making my first career start in the Craftsman Truck Series. To have the opportunity to represent the best in spray-in bed liner products with TopLiner™ and drive a Toyota Tundra for TRICON, an organization with a proven winning tradition, is something my fans around the world won’t want to miss,” Andretti said.
– Adam Andretti, driver
Andretti’s entry into NASCAR represents a continuation of the Andretti legacy in American motorsports, following figures such as his uncle, Mario Andretti, and cousins Michael and Marco. He is set to draw from his family’s diverse experience in racing as he embarks on this new chapter with TRICON Garage.
Anticipation Grows for Andretti’s Debut Performance
The motorsports community is eager to observe how Adam Andretti will adapt his road racing skills to the demands of the NASCAR Truck Series. His appearance adds another notable name to the competition at venues like Naval Base Coronado and Watkins Glen International, promising heightened interest from fans and industry insiders alike.
With a solid background in the Trans-Am Series and the support of TRICON Garage through a strategic TRICON Garage NASCAR deal, Adam Andretti’s multi-race schedule in 2026 is poised to attract attention, offering a new challenge for the veteran driver and a fresh narrative in the NASCAR Truck Series.
A second-generation driver ready to make his @NASCAR_Trucks mark.
Trans-Am ace Adam Andretti will join TRICON for a multi-race slate, including Atlanta, St. Pete, Watkins Glen and San Diego 🙌 pic.twitter.com/iTEjIWGhUb
— TRICON (@TRICONGarage) February 16, 2026
