The 2024 CARS Tour season has been a challenging one for Landon Huffman and his team. After starting the season with Nelson Motorsports, Huffman struggled to find speed and was disqualified after finishing third at South Boston Speedway due to a failed post-race inspection. This setback erased the progress they had made.
Despite the rocky start, Huffman rebounded with a significant victory at Tri-County Motor Speedway, securing Nelson Motorsports’ first win since 2021 and earning the team $30,000. However, in a surprising mid-season move, Nelson Motorsports decided to part ways with Huffman.
Huffman then teamed up with Jimmy Mooring Racing (JMR) for what was intended to be a full CARS Tour campaign. While the partnership was funded by JMR, Huffman and his team handled car preparation and maintenance. Unfortunately, this collaboration ended after just six races. To complete the season, Huffman joined Carroll Speedshop on a part-time basis, bringing his tumultuous 2024 campaign to a close.
Huffman’s uncertain season left fans speculating about his future. Adding to the concern, he shared a cryptic post on social media with the caption “Goodbye,” sparking fears he might be stepping away from racing. However, Huffman later revealed positive news about his 2025 plans.
“I wanted to clickbait you guys a little bit,” Huffman shared on his YouTube channel, “but Huffman Racing is still going. I’ve taken a new full-time ride at Carroll Speedshop in the 57. We’re also running the Triple Crown, with at least 18 races for Carroll, plus a partial schedule in my own cars. High Rock 75 is back, and we’re also competing for the Tri-County Speedway championship, which will be an eight-week series.”
Fans, initially worried, were relieved to learn Huffman had exciting plans for the new season. He recently sold his fleet of race cars, including his first-ever ride, to invest in new equipment. Among these investments is a new Hammer racing machine and a Reynolds Racing chassis for his next car. Additionally, Huffman purchased a 1997 International tow vehicle for $10,000 to support his efforts, demonstrating his commitment to making every dollar count.
Huffman also has unfinished business with the Virginia Triple Crown. After finishing second in the 2023 ValleyStar 300 at Martinsville Speedway, narrowly missing the win, he’s determined to claim victory in 2025. “I feel like I should have won in 2023. This time, the goal is to finish one spot better,” Huffman said.
His YouTube subscribers, now over 31,000 strong, have expressed excitement for his 2025 plans. Fans are eager for more regular vlogs documenting his journey and optimistic about his chances for success in the upcoming season. One fan summed up the sentiment: “Loved this video, man. Congrats on all the upgrades and opportunities. No doubt 2025 will be a huge success for you.”
