DGM Racing Overview
DGM Racing, formerly known as King Autosport, is a professional stock car racing team headquartered in Lake Wales, Florida. The team competes primarily in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, fielding multiple Chevrolet Camaro SS entries. Founded in 1998 by owner Mario Gosselin, DGM Racing has established itself as a consistent competitor in American stock car racing while maintaining involvement across several NASCAR national series. The organization is currently led by Mario Gosselin, who continues to oversee operations and occasional driving duties. DGM Racing fields three primary entries: the No. 71 part-time for Leland Honeyman, the No. 91 full-time primarily for Mason Maggio, and the No. 92 full-time primarily for Josh Williams. The team has accumulated 526 total races across NASCAR and ARCA competition throughout its history, demonstrating longevity and adaptability in a competitive sport.
Founding and Organizational Origins
DGM Racing traces its roots to 1998 when Mario Gosselin, a Canadian racing veteran, established the organization originally under the name King Autosport. Gosselin brought extensive experience from racing in his home country before launching the American-based operation. The team began competing in the ARCA Racing Series, which served as a developmental platform for future NASCAR national series participation. In 2002, the organization made its ARCA debut at Pocono Raceway with Mario Gosselin driving the No. 12 Chevrolet to a third-place finish, immediately demonstrating competitive potential. Throughout the early to mid-2000s, Gosselin continued developing the team while serving as primary driver, achieving two victories at Nashville Speedway and building operational infrastructure. The foundation established during these formative years laid the groundwork for the multi-car, multi-series organization that DGM Racing would become.
Growth Into NASCAR Competition
DGM Racing expanded into the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series in 2008, marking the team’s first participation in a NASCAR national series. Mario Gosselin drove the No. 12 Chevrolet Silverado for six races that inaugural season, beginning the transition from ARCA to NASCAR competition. The organization continued building its Truck Series program through 2014, with Gosselin running a full season in 2010 with sponsorship from TireMonkey.com. In 2014, DGM Racing made its NASCAR Xfinity Series debut, entering six races with driver Martin Roy in the No. 90 entry. The following year marked a significant expansion with the creation of the No. 92 team, enabling the organization to field multiple full-time entries. This period saw the complete transition from King Autosport to the DGM Racing identity, reflecting the team’s maturation into a professional NASCAR operation.
DGM Racing Competitive Journey
DGM Racing has progressed from ARCA competition to becoming a consistent presence in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series. The organization has developed numerous drivers while maintaining technical partnerships with Chevrolet. Throughout its competitive history, the team has balanced participation across multiple NASCAR national series while gradually focusing resources on the Xfinity Series as its primary platform.
Early Seasons and Development (1998–2015)
The team’s early years were dedicated to establishing competitiveness in the ARCA Racing Series while developing Mario Gosselin’s driving career. Gosselin ran part-time schedules from 2002 through 2008, accumulating experience and building the organization’s technical capabilities. The 2008 season marked a turning point as DGM Racing entered the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series with Gosselin behind the wheel of the No. 12 entry. The organization fielded multiple Truck Series entries from 2008 to 2014, including the No. 12, 39, 72, 74, 84, and 92, providing opportunities for various drivers including Scotty Crockett, Dexter Bean, and Alex Guenette. This period established DGM Racing as a developmental team capable of running multiple series while refining their operational approach.
Breakthrough in NASCAR Xfinity Series (2015–2021)
The 2019 season represented a breakthrough for DGM Racing when Alex Labbé delivered the team’s best Xfinity Series finish at the time, placing sixth at the U.S. Cellular 250. This result demonstrated the organization’s ability to compete for strong finishes against established teams. Josh Williams joined DGM Racing in 2019, driving the No. 36 full-season while also competing in the No. 92 entry. In 2020, Williams earned his best career finish of sixth place at Kansas, matching the team’s best Xfinity Series result. That same year, DGM Racing expanded to field a fourth entry for the first time, with Mario Gosselin returning to drive at the season-opening Daytona race. The No. 90 program continued developing with multiple drivers including Caesar Bacarella, Dillon Bassett, and Alex Labbé, achieving a notable eighth-place finish at the 2020 Pennzoil 150. By 2021, the organization had established itself as a regular full-time competitor in the Xfinity Series with multiple car entries.
Modern Program and Current Direction (2021–Present)
DGM Racing has continued developing its Xfinity Series program throughout the early 2020s while maintaining a multi-car operation. The 2023 season featured a rotating driver lineup in the full-time No. 91 entry, including Josh Bilicki, Ross Chastain, Garrett Smithley, Alex Labbé, and Kyle Weatherman. Following that season, Kyle Weatherman was announced as the full-time driver of the No. 91 beginning in 2024. For 2025, Josh Bilicki took over as primary driver of the No. 91, with additional drivers including Myatt Snider, C. J. McLaughlin, and Jesse Iwuji competing in select events. The organization announced the addition of the No. 71 entry for the 2025 season with Sweetwater Construction as the primary sponsor. Looking ahead to 2026, Mason Maggio assumes primary driving duties for the No. 91 entry while Josh Williams returns to the No. 92 on a multi-year agreement. The No. 71 continues part-time participation with Leland Honeyman driving selected events.
Philosophy and Competitive Strengths
DGM Racing has developed particular strength on road course circuits, where driver skill often plays a larger role than on oval tracks. The team has achieved several of its best results at road courses, including Alex Labbé’s sixth-place finish at Iowa and eighth-place result at Charlotte. The organization emphasizes consistency and reliability, maintaining Chevrolet manufacturer partnerships and technical alliances that support their multi-car operation. DGM Racing continues to serve as a platform for developing drivers who aim to advance to higher levels of NASCAR competition while providing competitive opportunities for experienced racers.
Key Milestones and Major Moments
DGM Racing achieved its first ARCA victory with Mario Gosselin driving at Nashville, a milestone that established the competitive foundation for future growth. The organization’s best Xfinity Series results include sixth-place finishes by Josh Williams at Kansas in 2020 and Alex Labbé at the 2019 U.S. Cellular 250. DGM Racing has competed in 526 total races across NASCAR and ARCA competition, with 407 of those coming in the Xfinity Series alone. The organization has developed several drivers who advanced to higher NASCAR divisions, including Alex Labbé and Josh Williams, who both used DGM Racing as a platform for their careers. While the team has yet to secure a driver’s championship in the top NASCAR national series, its sustained participation and competitive performances demonstrate resilience and commitment to stock car racing.
DGM Racing Achievements and Results
DGM Racing has built a record of competitive participation across multiple NASCAR and ARCA series throughout its history. The organization has achieved notable results on road courses and superspeedways while serving as a developmental platform for emerging talent. Despite running hundreds of races across various series, the team has focused on consistent participation and driver development rather than championship glory.
O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Achievements
In the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, DGM Racing has completed 407 races throughout its history. The organization’s best finishes include multiple sixth-place results, with Josh Williams achieving his career-best sixth-place finish at Kansas in 2020. Alex Labbé delivered a sixth-place result at the 2019 U.S. Cellular 250, representing the team’s early breakthrough in Xfinity Series competition. The team has also achieved notable road course results, including an eighth-place finish at the 2020 Pennzoil 150 and consistent top-20 performances at events like Sonoma and the Indianapolis Road Course. DGM Racing continues to field full-time entries in the series while developing partnerships with various drivers and sponsors.
ARCA Racing Series Achievements
DGM Racing achieved its only series championships in the ARCA Racing Series, where Mario Gosselin won two races at Nashville Speedway. These victories, accomplished during Gosselin’s driving tenure in the early to mid-2000s, represent the organization’s most significant championship accomplishments. The team competed in 65 ARCA races while developing its operational capabilities before transitioning focus to NASCAR national series competition. The ARCA program provided essential experience that helped prepare DGM Racing for the larger stage of NASCAR competition.
Camping World Truck Series and Other Achievements
DGM Racing participated in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series from 2008 to 2014, completing 54 races across multiple entries. The organization fielded various truck numbers including the No. 12, 39, 72, 74, 84, and 92, providing opportunities for drivers such as Alex Guenette, Martin Roy, and John Jackson. Notable Truck Series results include Alex Guenette’s 25th-place finish at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park in 2013 and Martin Roy’s 14th-place result at the same venue the same year. While the team did not achieve major victories in Truck Series competition, the program served as a valuable developmental step in DGM Racing’s evolution as a NASCAR organization.