Gio Ruggiero to make his NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Debut at Daytona
HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. — Joe Gibbs Racing has tapped NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver Gio Ruggiero to pilot the No. 19 Toyota GR Supra in the opening two races of the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series season at Daytona and EchoPark Speedway.
The starts will be Ruggerio’s series debut as he fills the ride before Brent Crews assumes the ride full-time in March.
JGR also announced the 2025 Truck Series rookie of the year will drive in the No. 18 ARCA program as well.
He is slated for six races beginning at the season opener at Daytona.
The expanded schedule marks the teenager’s first triple-duty stint in the sport as he continues his second full-time Truck Series season with Tricon Garage.
He enters the year with momentum and increased expectations after earning his first career victory late last season.
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