What’s Happening?

Justin Haley and Daniel Dye will return to full-time NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series action in 2026 as part of Kaulig Racing’s five-truck effort with returning OEM Ram.

• This announcement comes one day after Kaulig seemingly confirmed the end of their NASCAR Xfinity Series program. This move was rumored for some time, as the team needs to turn its focus towards preparations for the 2026 Truck Series season, in which they will be the largest full-time effort in the series.
• Dye is a casualty of this move. After two full-time Truck seasons, the 21-year-old found himself promoted to Kaulig’s Xfinity Series program. Now, less than a year later, he takes a step back down to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.
• Haley is another driver who recently found himself out of his ride. In late 2024, Spire Motorsports made the bold move of a driver swap with Rick Ware Racing, signing Haley to a long-term deal. But, after a disappointing season, Spire is moving on from Haley, resulting in his return to the Truck Series nine seasons after his last full-time effort in 2018.
• They join 2025 ARCA Menards Series Champion Brenden ‘Butterbean’ Queen as full-time drivers for Kaulig during the 2026 season. The only Kaulig driver still unspoken for next season is Christian Eckes, who has yet to announce his plans for 2026.

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