Spire Motorsports has signed Daniel Suarez; Confirming the leak last week
Daniel Suarez currently drives the No. 99 car for Trackhouse Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series. Earlier this year, it was announced that Suarez would not return to the team for the 2026 season.
Last week, Corey LaJoie leaked the news that Suarez would be driving for Spire Motorsports in the No. 7 car. LaJoie had insider information as he formerly drove for the team.
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Moments ago, that leak has been confirmed. Spire Motorsports has signed Suarez to drive the No. 7 full-time in the 2026 season.
Freeway Insurance has signed on as the anchor partner. They’ll make their debut with Suarez and Spire in the 2026 Daytona 500 as the primary sponsor.
Justin Haley is the current driver for the No. 7 at Spire.
Daniel Suarez comments
“Spire’s growth over the last few years is quite impressive,” Daniel Suarez stated via the team release.
“That’s something I have mentioned to every single member who I have talked to at Spire Motorsports. I’m sure I’m not the only person who can see that and I’m excited to be part of it now.”
“I know that even with the growth Spire has had the last few years, it hasn’t reached its full potential, just yet. There is a lot more out there to achieve, and I want to be part of that. I want to be part of that growth and use my experience to help my team, and the entire company continue to grow.”
Suarez added, “It means a lot to have Freeway Insurance following me on this journey.”
“I’m very blessed to have great partners. Freeway Insurance, for sure, is one of those partners that is not just a logo on the race car but it’s also a partner that has the same goals and connects with the same market I do.”
“More than half of Freeway’s employees and customers are Spanish speakers. So, for me, that’s very personal to be able to partner with a company that interacts and connects with my community.”
“I feel very fortunate to not just have a partnership with them in racing, but also to share the passion that we do outside of the racetrack – connecting and making an impact in our community.”
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Freeway Insurance comments
“Daniel has been an incredible ambassador for our brand,” said Cesar Soriano, CEO of Freeway Insurance.
“As someone who’s proudly served, I believe in teamwork, discipline, and perseverance — the same qualities Daniel brings to the track every week. His determination, authenticity, and connection to fans mirror what Freeway stands for — helping people move forward with confidence.”
“We’re proud to continue supporting him as he joins Spire Motorsports and look forward to growing together both on and off the track.”
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Spire Motorsports comments
“I have a lot of respect for how Daniel has forged his path here and has become a mainstay in the industry and it’s easy to see how he’s done it,” said Spire Motorsports co-owner Jeff Dickerson.
Dickerson added, “He has a great attitude and never stops and we look forward to having another veteran for our organization to learn from and bring a new perspective to move the No. 7 team up the grid.”
“Daniel represents exactly the kind of talent and mindset that drives TWG Motorsports and our teams forward,” said Dan Towriss, CEO of TWG Motorsports and fellow co-owner of Spire Motorsports.
Towriss added, “He’s proven he can win at the highest level and connect with fans across cultures. Bringing Daniel into Spire Motorsports reflects our commitment to building something different and unparalleled at TWG Motorsports.”
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