Harrison Burton will have a new ride for the 2026 NASCAR season
Between 2022 and 2024, Harrison Burton ran full-time the NASCAR Cup Series. For the 2025 season, he lost his Cup ride and dropped down to the NASCAR Xfinity Series, racing full-time for AM Racing.
Burton has collected two top-five finishes and ten top-10s. He’s helped set team records.
Heading into the 2026 season, Burton and AM Racing will part ways but 2026 plans have not been announced. The driver made the announcement in a social media post…
Harrison Burton statement
“I want to thank AM Racing, Tim Self (team owner), and Wade Moore (team president) for the opportunity and trust at a pivotal moment in my career after I lost my Cup seat entering 2025,” Burton stated via a social media post.
“From day one, the group’s commitment and preparation helped us deliver tangible progress. So far, we have team-record top-five and top-ten results and the organization’s first trip to the Xfinity Series Playoffs.”
“I’m proud of how we show up each week, compete at the highest level, and finish strong. I’m also grateful for the people who made this possible: our crews members, engineers, office staff, partners and the fans who have our backs everywhere we race.”
“This season reminded me why I love competing; the teamwork, the focus, and the fight. I’m super excited about the next chapter and will announce my plans at a future date.”
AM Racing statement
“The organization thanks Harrison and the Burton family for their professionalism and contributions on and off the track, and wishes them continued success in Harrison’s future endeavors,” AM Racing stated.
“AM Racing will share additional updates regarding 2026 driver and program plans at a later date.”
Harrison Burton will drive for AM Racing in the NASCAR Xfinity Series
