Ram is returning to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2026, ending a 13-year absence from the series.

The Stellantis-owned brand unveiled a Ram 1500 concept race truck that previews the design for next year ahead of the NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway this weekend.

The Ram 1500 concept truck was designed by the Ram design team and was molded to resemble a production truck, adopting elements from the Ram Sport Truck lineup, including the body lines around the fenders and grille, which frame a large Ram logo.

Ram previously ended factory support of NASCAR's CRAFTSMAN Truck Series in 2012 after a 17-year run.

"For more than a decade, customers and our dealer network asked about getting back into NASCAR. The desire was always there, but we didn't have a plan that delivered the last tenth and following just didn't fit our DNA," said Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis. "Now we have a solid plan that will set us apart from the field and will bring fresh new interest and engagement to America's Motorsport."

"Ram returning to the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series is a major moment for the sport, and a sign that NASCAR remains a strong platform for blue chip brand partners," said John Probst, NASCAR executive vice president and chief racing development officer. "We are excited to welcome Ram back to the sport. Its identity includes high performance, durability and innovation--characteristics that embody NASCAR and, specifically, the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series."

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