Garage 66 Enters NASCAR Cup Series with Smithley

Garage 66, under the co-ownership of Carl Long, is set to enter the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series with Garrett Smithley behind the wheel of the No. 66 Ford Mustang at the Cook Out Clash on February 2, taking place at the iconic Bowman Gray Stadium. Smithley, who boasts extensive experience with over 260 races across NASCAR's top tiers, is eager to return to the Cup Series, especially given the unique racing format at Bowman Gray. The team is currently in the process of finalizing sponsorship arrangements for this significant event, leading up to heat races on February 1 that will determine the starting positions.

This entry marks a notable transition for Garage 66, previously known as MBM Motorsports. Alongside Smithley, who is also slated for a full-time campaign in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, Burt Myers will pilot the Team AmeriVet entry in the same event, further emphasizing the race's importance. Additionally, JR Motorsports is gearing up for its inaugural NASCAR Cup Series debut, with Justin Allgaier set to drive in the 2025 Daytona 500. Meanwhile, the racing community remembers Martin Truex Sr., whose legacy was honored following his passing, underscoring the enduring impact of family and history in the sport.