Joshua Michael Bilicki Bio
Joshua Michael Bilicki (born June 3, 1995) is an American professional stock car racing driver. He last competed part-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, driving the No. 66 Ford Mustang Dark Horse for Garage 66, part-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series for DGM Racing and SS-Green Light Racing, and part-time in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series for Niece Motorsports. Bilicki has also competed in various sports car racing series throughout his career.
Early Life and Background
Joshua Bilicki was born in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, USA. He began racing at a very young age, starting with kid-karts at age four. Bilicki quickly progressed through the ranks, moving from kid-karts to Yamaha 100cc engine class and then to 80cc Shifter Karts. His early success included winning many regional and national races, notably the 2008 Road America SKUSA Super-Nationals, where he competed against international drivers. By 2011, Bilicki advanced to 125cc Shifter Karts and joined the Andrew Chase Racing-PCR team in 2012, competing in the Midwest Shifter Kart Series.
At age fifteen in 2011, Bilicki transitioned to sports car racing, starting with Spec Miata and competing in the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA). Within his first year, he earned two pole positions, four top-five finishes, and three podiums. After obtaining his national racing license in 2012, he competed in the SCCA Majors Tour and qualified for the SCCA National Championship Runoffs multiple times. In 2012, he also debuted in stock car racing at Jefferson Speedway in an Area Sportsman Stock Car.
Path to NASCAR
Bilicki’s professional sports car racing career began in 2015 with the IMSA Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge, while continuing to race Spec Miata in the SCCA U.S. Majors Tour. His NASCAR debut came in 2016 in the Xfinity Series with Obaika Racing at Road America. He secured the ride by proactively contacting teams with open entries. Despite setbacks in his debut race, Bilicki gained valuable experience and continued to compete in various NASCAR series.
In 2017, Bilicki made his Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series debut driving the No. 51 for Rick Ware Racing at Sonoma Raceway. He also competed in Xfinity and Truck Series races for multiple teams, including MBM Motorsports and B. J. McLeod Motorsports. Over the years, Bilicki has driven for several teams, gaining experience on both road courses and ovals, and gradually increasing his presence in NASCAR’s national series.
Joshua Michael Bilicki Career
Early Career (2016–2017)
Bilicki’s early NASCAR career began in 2016 with Obaika Racing in the Xfinity Series. His debut at Road America was challenging due to a crash in qualifying and mechanical issues during the race. He continued to race with Obaika, including his first oval start at the Ticket Galaxy 200, where he started last and finished 28th. In 2017, he returned to Obaika and made his Cup Series debut at Sonoma Raceway with Rick Ware Racing, finishing 36th. He also raced in the Xfinity Series for MBM Motorsports and B. J. McLeod Motorsports, showing steady progress and adaptability.
NASCAR Breakthrough (2018–2021)
In 2018, Bilicki committed to a full Xfinity Series season with startup team JP Motorsports, driving the No. 45 car. The following year, he joined RSS Racing to pilot the No. 38 Chevrolet Camaro for the full 2019 Xfinity season. That year, he also made his Truck Series debut with Reaume Brothers Racing and returned to the Cup Series with Rick Ware Racing. Later in 2019, he drove for B. J. McLeod Motorsports for the remainder of the season.
Bilicki continued to compete part-time in various series in 2020, including a partnership with Tommy Baldwin Racing for the Cup Series race The Real Heroes 400. In 2021, he announced a full-time Cup Series campaign with Rick Ware Racing. His best finish that year was tenth place at the Coke Zero Sugar 400, marking his first top-ten finish in NASCAR’s top three divisions. He also competed in select Xfinity Series races for SS-Green Light Racing.
Garage 66 Era and Recent Years (2022–Present)
In 2022, Bilicki moved to Spire Motorsports, driving the No. 77 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for nearly a full Cup Series season. He also raced in the Xfinity Series for DGM Racing and Alpha Prime Racing, achieving his first Xfinity top-ten finish at the Beef. It’s What’s for Dinner. 300. In 2023, he signed a part-time deal with Live Fast Motorsports in the Cup Series and continued part-time Xfinity appearances with DGM Racing and SS-Green Light Racing. He also competed in the Truck Series for Young’s Motorsports.
Looking ahead to 2024 and beyond, Bilicki is set to continue part-time competition in the Xfinity and Cup Series with multiple teams, including DGM Racing and Joe Gibbs Racing. In 2025, he plans another part-time schedule with DGM Racing, continuing to build his presence in NASCAR’s national series.
Driving Style and Strengths
Joshua Bilicki is known for his versatility across different racing disciplines, including road courses and oval tracks. His background in karting and sports car racing contributes to his strong racecraft and adaptability. Bilicki demonstrates solid strategic skills and maintains productive relationships with his crew chiefs, helping him maximize performance in part-time rides.
Notable Races and Milestones
Bilicki’s first top-ten finish in NASCAR’s top divisions came in 2021 at the Coke Zero Sugar 400, where he finished tenth. He has shown particular strength on road courses, leveraging his sports car experience. Additionally, Bilicki won the Outlaw 600 division race at the 2019 World Championship Snowmobile Derby in Wisconsin, showcasing his diverse racing talents.
Joshua Michael Bilicki Career Wins
While Bilicki has yet to secure a win in NASCAR’s top three national series, he has accumulated valuable experience and top finishes across multiple series. His racing career includes numerous victories and podiums in karting and sports car competitions, highlighting his competitive skill set.
Other Wins & Performances
Beyond stock car racing, Bilicki has achieved success in snowmobile racing, winning the Outlaw 600 division at the 2019 World Championship Snowmobile Derby. His karting career was marked by multiple regional and national wins, including the prestigious 2008 Road America SKUSA Super-Nationals.
Joshua Michael Bilicki Family
Personal Life
Bilicki works as a driving coach and instructor when not competing. He is known to be close friends with fellow NASCAR driver Camden Murphy. Details about his family and marital status are private and not publicly disclosed.
2025 Season Performance
In 2025, Joshua Bilicki is scheduled to continue a part-time racing schedule with DGM Racing in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. Early in the season at Daytona, he was involved in a pit road incident but sustained minimal damage and finished fourteenth. Despite not returning to DGM Racing in 2026, Bilicki remains an active competitor with plans to maintain his presence in NASCAR’s national series through selective race entries and partnerships with various teams.
