JR Motorsports announced their bid for a second consecutive Daytona 500 starting spot in 2026, featuring driver Justin Allgaier in the No. 40 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. Allgaier, the 2024 O’Reilly Auto Parts Series champion, will be sponsored by Traveller Whiskey, a brand created by musician Chris Stapleton. The team aims to replicate their success from 2025, where Allgaier finished ninth in the Daytona 500 after qualifying through the Duel races. If successful, this would be Allgaier’s fourth start in the Daytona 500 and add to his already impressive Cup Series record.
By the NumbersAllgaier has 84 total Cup Series starts with two top-10 finishes.JR Motorsports has achieved 105 victories and 48 poles in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series across 2,020 starts. State of PlayAllgaier’s return for the 2026 Daytona 500 follows a successful inaugural race in 2025.JR Motorsports plans to field four full-time and one part-time entry during the 2026 season. What’s Next
Looking ahead to the 2026 Daytona 500, Allgaier’s participation will be pivotal for JR Motorsports as they seek to build on their previous year’s performance and aim for more victories in the Cup Series.
Bottom Line
With a solid track record and momentum from last season, Justin Allgaier and JR Motorsports are poised for a strong 2026 Daytona 500 bid, representing both the potential for success and the challenge of repeating their prior achievements.