NASCAR’s prominent foreign-born driver, Daniel Suarez, is set to seek new opportunities as he prepares to leave the Trackhouse Racing Team at the end of the 2025 season. A champion of the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2016 and a victor across all three national levels of racing, Suarez’s departure from Trackhouse marks the end of a significant chapter in his career.
Suarez announced the mutual decision to part ways, expressing gratitude for the years spent with the team. “I’ve had some of the best years of my Cup Series career at Trackhouse,” he remarked. The driver is hopeful about the future, stating, “Just like the seasons in a year, sometimes things change… And like I always say, The best is ahead!”
Team owner Justin Marks praised Suarez’s contributions, highlighting the crucial role he played in shaping the team’s history since its inception in 2021. Marks commended Suarez’s professionalism and dedication, stating that the driver has become a valued figure in NASCAR.
While the team has not yet named a successor for the No. 99 Chevrolet, it is anticipated that 18-year-old Connor Zilisch, who is already under contract with Trackhouse, may take over the position. Suarez’s career has seen him transition from Joe Gibbs Racing to Stewart-Haas Racing before joining Trackhouse as its inaugural driver. He celebrated his first Cup Series victory at Sonoma in 2022 and added another win in a thrilling finish at Atlanta last year.
Currently ranked 29th in the 2025 standings, Suarez is gaining ground but faces competition from his teammate Ross Chastain, who remains competitive in the playoffs. With the 2026 season approaching, fans are eager to see where Suarez’s journey will take him next.
This transition reflects the dynamic nature of NASCAR, where drivers continuously evolve and new talent emerges. Suarez’s experiences and achievements position him well for future success, and many are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead in his racing career.