NASCAR team keeps 27-year streak alive with surprising late announcement

Matt Crafton is back in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series for the 2026 season finale.

By Asher Fair · Beyond the Flag

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 2:20 PM

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Matt Crafton will drive for ThorSport Racing at Homestead-Miami Speedway, marking his 27th consecutive Truck Series season.
Crafton is entered in the No. 66 Ford for the 2026 season finale after missing the first 24 races.
The start marks Crafton's first race in a truck numbered something other than No. 88 since 2004.

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Matt Crafton is returning to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series for the 2026 season finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Longtime team ThorSport Racing entered Crafton in the No. 66 Ford, ensuring he keeps his streak alive by competing in the series for a 27th consecutive season.

The race will mark Crafton's first appearance of 2026 after stepping away from full-time competition following the 2025 campaign. It is also his first time driving a truck not numbered 88 since the 2004 season, joining ThorSport's four other full-time entries in the field.

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