TC Daily Pit Stop: Queen Named First Driver for Kaulig RAM Program; Jim Pohlman Named 2026 Crew Chief for Kyle Busch

TC Daily Pit Stop: Friday, October 17, 2025

Oct 17, 2025

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Brenden Queen, the newly-crowned champion of the ARCA Menards Series, will be joining forces with Kaulig Racing and RAM in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2026, the organization confirmed on Thursday.

Queen, who is affectionately known as “Butterbean” in racing circles, will be piloting one of the five full-time NASCAR Truck Series entries coming out of the RAM-supported Kaulig Racing camp in 2026.

“A big thanks to Matt Kaulig, Chris Rice, RAM, and everyone at Kaulig Racing for this opportunity,” said Queen. “I’m just a short-track kid who’s worked hard every day, never really knowing if I’d ever make it to this level. I’m very thankful for this chance and can’t wait to get rolling with RAM and Kaulig Racing. The goals are simple: build a winning team and chase championships.

Jim Pohlman Named 2026 Crew Chief for Kyle Busch, RCR

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Richard Childress Racing (RCR) has tapped Jim Pohlman, a championship-winning crew chief in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, to serve as crew chief for Kyle Busch and the No. 8 NASCAR Cup Series team beginning in 2026.

Pohlman will rejoin the Richard Childress Racing stable as a crew chief and shot-caller for next season, after previously spending time with the organization as the team’s head of research and development.

“Everyone at Richard Childress Racing remains focused on improving performance and is committed to putting the right people in place, including on the No. 8 team,” said Richard Childress, Chairman and CEO of Richard Childress Racing. “Jim Pohlman is a relentless competitor in the garage and fits well with our mission and approach at RCR. He was well-respected during his previous tenure in Welcome, and we know that he will do a great job leading the No. 8 team and Kyle Busch.”