Motorsport Legend Announces Return to NASCAR Days After Tony Stewart’s Daytona Comeback

Motorsport Legend Announces Return to NASCAR Days After Tony Stewart’s Daytona Comeback

Tony Stewart’s surprise return announcement to Daytona in the Truck Series sent shockwaves through the motorsports world. It reignited nostalgia and reminded fans why “Smoke” remains one of NASCAR’s most electric personalities. His comeback instantly became the headline of the 2026 pre-season. Until another legend stepped forward. Just days later, another giant of American racing is set to reclaim the spotlight. A driver whose versatility, inter…

Dario Franchitti Set to Return to NASCAR at St. Petersburg - TRICON Garage announced today that four-time IndyCar Series champion Dario Franchitti will make his return to NASCAR in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series takes to the streets of St. Petersburg.

TRICON Garage announced today that four-time IndyCar Series champion Dario Franchitti will make his return to NASCAR in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series takes to the streets of St. Petersburg. The post Dario Franchitti Set to Return to NASCAR at St. Petersburg appeared first on SpeedwayMedia.com.

Dario Franchitti Making NASCAR Return with TRICON at St. Petersburg

Dario Franchitti will make his return to NASCAR competition in 2026, competing in the inaugural NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series event during the Grand Prix at St. Petersburg.Franchitti will pilot the No. 1 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro for TRICON Garage when the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series tackles the streets of St. Petersburg, Florida on Saturday, February 28. This comes as part of a partnership between TRICON, Jimmie Johnson and LEGACY MOTOR CLUB, wit…

IndyCar champion Dario Franchitti to make NASCAR return in one-off appearance

Dario Franchitti, one of the most accomplished racers in the history of open-wheel competition, is set to make his NASCAR return in 2026.