Front Row Motorsports

Front Row Motorsports (FRM) is a well-established American professional stock car racing team competing in both the NASCAR Cup Series and the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. Originally founded in 2004 as Means-Jenkins Motorsports through a partnership between Jimmy Means and Bob Jenkins, the team transitioned to sole ownership by Jenkins in 2005.

In the NASCAR Cup Series, FRM fields two full-time Ford Mustang Dark Horse teams: the No. 34, driven by Michael McDowell, and the No. 38, piloted by Todd Gilliland. Kaz Grala also drives the No. 36 on a part-time basis. In the Truck Series, FRM enters the No. 38 Ford F-150, driven by Layne Riggs. The team’s technical partnerships have evolved over time, with equipment support from RFK Racing since 2010 and a technical alliance with Roush since 2016. Since 2016, FRM has also received technical assistance from Ford.

In 2018, FRM expanded its resources by acquiring the assets of the defunct BK Racing. This acquisition led to the introduction of the No. 23 car, primarily driven by J.J. Yeley for the remainder of the season, which later transitioned into the No. 36 team in 2019. In a notable development for 2024, FRM shifted its technical alliance from RFK Racing to Team Penske, signaling a strategic change in its competitive approach within NASCAR’s top series.

HISTORY

Front Row Motorsports (FRM), headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, has established itself as a prominent force in American stock car racing since its inception in 2004 by Bob Jenkins. The team competes in both the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, known for its competitive spirit and resilience.

In the NASCAR Cup Series, FRM fields three Ford Mustang Dark Horse teams. The No. 34 car, driven by Michael McDowell, regularly secures sponsorships from Love’s Travel Stops, Benebone, Horizon Hobby, and others. Todd Gilliland pilots the No. 38 car, supported by sponsors like Gener8tor and Georgia Peanut Commission. Additionally, the team runs the No. 36 car part-time, with Kaz Grala behind the wheel and sponsorship from Ruedebusch.

In the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, FRM enters the No. 38 Ford F-150 for rookie driver Layne Riggs, backed by sponsors including Love’s Travel Stops and Northside Hospital.

FRM made its NASCAR Cup Series debut in 2005 at the Food City 500 in Bristol and has since competed in 749 races across various series, claiming 12 race victories and 7 pole positions, including a Truck Series Drivers’ Championship in 2022.

Recent races for the team include the 2024 GEICO 500 at Talladega and the 2024 SpeedyCash.com 250 in Texas. Front Row Motorsports continues to enhance its performance and presence in NASCAR through strategic partnerships, such as transitioning from RFK Racing to Team Penske for technical support in 2024.

NASCAR CUP SERIES

In the NASCAR Cup Series, car #34 is backed by Love’s Travel Stops, Benebone, Horizon Hobby, Long John Silver’s, A&W Restaurants, The Pete Store, Margaritaville at Sea, and B’laster. Car #36 carries sponsorship from Ruedebusch, while car #38 is supported by Gener8tor, Georgia Peanut Commission, Citgard, Ruedebusch, Farxiga, Carson-Newman University, Long John Silver’s, A&W Restaurants, and Frontline Enterprises. They made their NASCAR Cup Series debut at the 2005 Food City 500 in Bristol and have competed in a total of 750 races across all series, with 577 of those in the NASCAR Cup Series.

NASCAR TRUCK SERIES 

In the Craftsman Truck Series, car #38 secures sponsorship from Love’s Travel Stops, Northside Hospital, and Infinity Communications Group. The team runs Ford vehicles and was established in 2004. They have achieved a total of 12 race victories, with 4 in the NASCAR Cup Series and 8 in the Truck Series. Additionally, they have secured 7 pole positions, including 3 in the NASCAR Cup Series and 4 in the Truck Series. Their debut in the Craftsman Truck Series was at the 2020 NextEra Energy 250 in Daytona.

In the Truck Series, FRM currently fields the No. 38 Ford F-150 for rookie driver Layne Riggs. The team brings its expertise from the NASCAR Cup Series to the Truck Series, ensuring their truck is competitive on a variety of tracks. The No. 38 truck is supported by a robust lineup of sponsors, including Love’s Travel Stops, Northside Hospital, and Infinity Communications Group.