JR Motorsports owner Dale Earnhardt Jr. fueled fan enthusiasm by teasing its driver lineup for the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season. Fans have been buzzing about the news, especially since the announcement hinted that a new driver will join the team next season, leading to speculation that Dale Earnhardt may not be seen racing in the Xfinity Series beyond this season
Dale Jr., America’s most recognizable motorsports icon, has competed in Xfinity Series races for his JRM team since retiring from full-time Cup racing in 2017. JR Motorsports shared a video of his achievements his Dale Jr. in Xfinity and in the No. 88 car, which is driven part-time by multiple drivers. French The caption of the post reads:
“The first chapter of 2025 begins tomorrow with the dismissal of Dale Jr.”. Although the details of the 2025 lineup have not been fully revealed, the teaser has sparked a lot of speculation and excitement about the future of JR Motorsports among fans. Some fans are upset at the thought of not seeing their favorite Dale Jr. at the track, and some are of the opinion that NASCAR’s new sensation, Connor Zilisch, would be headed to JRM’s #88 Xfinity Series team. Sharing the video on his page with an emotional caption, one user wrote:
“No more races from Dale Jr. in the Xfinity Series.” “It was also one of my first thoughts. I think Bristol this year will be his last,” wrote another fan. “Nooooo,” commented a third fan. “It’s Conner Zilisch,” another user added. “Hopefully @ConnorZilisch will be the new full-time driver of the #88,” wrote a fifth user.
Connor Zilisch is expected to join the JR Motorsports driver lineup for 2025
JR Motorsports will announce the first member of the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series driver team on the “Dale Jr. Download” podcast on Wednesday (August 7).
Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s team. is known for developing young talent and having a strong presence in NASCAR’s second-tier series. The announcements of his team often reflect a strong focus on nurturing emerging talent.
Rising star Connor Zilisch, who has been signed as a development driver with Trackhouse Racing, is said to be in talks with JRM about a full-time entry into the Xfinity Series in 2025.
Additionally, the 18-year-old driver will compete in four Xfinity Series races this season with JRM in the No. 88.
