Truex Jr. enters Daytona 500 with TRICON Garage
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TRICON Garage announced today that it will attempt to make its NASCAR Cup Series debut in the Daytona 500 with an open entry for Martin Truex Jr. The 2017 Cup champion will drive the No. 56 Toyota Camry, with the team receiving technical support from Joe Gibbs Racing
Cole Pearn will reunite with Truex Jr. for the effort, returning to the Cup Series as a crew chief for the first time since 2019. The duo amassed 24 Cup victories and a championship in their five seasons together and will look to secure a starting position in their sixth Daytona 500.
Bass Pro Shops will continue its longstanding relationship with Truex Jr. and will serve as the primary partner for the No. 56
"It's going to be a really cool deal to be able to work with Cole and have the number 56 again," said Truex Jr., whose drive with JGR ended last season. "I really appreciate everyone at Bass Pro Shops, TRICON and Toyota helping put this together to go have some fun, and I can't think of a better time to go win the thing for Johnny Morris."
TRICON Garage and Toyota partnered beginning with the 2023 Truck Series season. Together they have scored nine victories, 50 top-five finishes and consecutive Championship 4 appearances.
“This opportunity is a testament to the dedication of our entire organization and our partners at Toyota. Having raced against Martin for many years, I can confidently say there's no stronger competitor I'd want behind the wheel for our first Cup Series entry at the sport's most prestigious race," said David Gilliland, partner, TRICON Garage. "As an open entry, we know the road ahead will be challenging, but I have no doubt that Martin will put us in the best position to succeed. I've had the privilege of sitting on the pole at Daytona, but my next goal is to celebrate in victory lane."
