AM Racing has completed its driver roster for the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series by adding Nick Sanchez to pilot the No. 25 Ford Mustang Dark Horse starting this season. Sanchez will take over full-time duties from Harrison Burton, who left the team following the 2025 season.
Nick Sanchez’s Transition and Offseason Developments
Sanchez’s arrival comes after a challenging offseason: despite securing a race victory and several top-five finishes in 2025, he was released by Big Machine Racing late last year. His availability coincided with AM Racing’s own period of uncertainty, including an unsuccessful acquisition attempt, ultimately leading the team to continue independently in 2026.
Season Kickoff and Next Steps for AM Racing
The new partnership between Nick Sanchez and AM Racing was confirmed just days before the start of the 2026 season, which begins February 14th at Daytona International Speedway with the United Rentals 300. This addition represents a hopeful step for the team as it navigates the upcoming season with renewed focus.
“I’m really looking forward to this new chapter with AM Racing and ready to give my best on the track this season.” ?Nick Sanchez, Driver
