TC Daily Pit Stop: O'Reilly Joins NASCAR's Second-Tier Series as Title Sponsor; Ty Majeski Taking Over No. 88 Truck in 2026; Mears Returns to Cup at Daytona

TC Daily Pit Stop: Tuesday, August 19th, 2025

Aug 19, 2025

O'Reilly Auto Parts to officially serve as title sponsor of the current NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2026 — Daniel Nelson | TobyChristie.com

O’Reilly Auto Parts has been officially announced as the successor to Xfinity as the title sponsor of NASCAR’s second-tier division in the NASCAR National Series ranks beginning in 2026. O’Reilly will take over as the title sponsor of the series after an 11-year run for Xfinity as the title sponsor.

“Like the great sport of NASCAR, O’Reilly Auto Parts was born in America and built on the hard work and drive of passionate people,” said NASCAR President Steve O’Donnell. “This new partnership allows us to continue to fuel that passion for the next generation of NASCAR’s stars and fans while celebrating the journey we’ve been on together for decades.”

Ty Majeski to Take Over No. 88 ThorSport Entry From Matt Crafton in 2026

Matt Crafton will depart the No. 88 ThorSport Racing entry after the 2025 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season, Ty Majeski will take over ThorSport's flagship truck. — Craig White | TobyChristie.com

Matt Crafton, a three-time champion of the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, will step away from full-time competition after the 2025 campaign, ThorSport Racing announced on Monday.

Ty Majeski, the defending champion of the NASCAR Truck Series, will be taking over the No. 88 Menards entry in 2026, as Crafton moves on from full-time duties with the organization.

Crafton has been competing in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series since 2000, and currently holds the record for the most starts in the third-tier division.

Casey Mears to Return For NASCAR Cup Race at Daytona With Garage 66

Casey Mears will return to the NASCAR Cup Series at Daytona driving the No. 66 Garage 66 Ford — Danny Hansen | NKP for Ford Performance

Casey Mears will return to the NASCAR Cup Series this weekend at Daytona International Speedway, driving the No. 66 Ford Mustang Dark Horse for Garage 66 (MBM Motorsports).

Mears, who is looking to reach a milestone of 500 starts at NASCAR’s top level, will make his 491st start after competing at Daytona International Speedway. S.I. Yachts will serve as a primary sponsor of the effort.