Cummins, Inc., a global power technology leader and one of America’s most storied engineering and motorsports innovators for over a century, is partnering with RAM and Kaulig Racing to return to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2026.
The industry-leader in diesel, natural gas, and alternative power technologies will serve as a full-season primary sponsor for defending ARCA Menards Series champion Brenden Queen, as he drives the No. 12 RAM 1500 for Kaulig Racing’s brand-new Truck Series program.
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“We couldn’t be more excited to welcome Cummins to the Kaulig Racing family,” said Chris Rice, CEO of Kaulig Racing. “Their engineering experience and commitment to innovation are a perfect match for our vision. Brenden is an exceptional talent, and we’re building a program around him that we believe can compete for wins and make a playoff run right away.”
Cummins has a long history of involvement in NASCAR, including the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. From 1996 to 1998, the brand partnered with Petty Enterprises to sponsor the No. 43 for Rich Bickle and Jimmy Hensley, netting a single victory at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway.
“Cummins has racing in its DNA,” said Brett Merritt, Vice President and President, Engine Business, Cummins. “From Clessie Cummins winning the first Indianapolis 500 as a crew member to our leadership in commercial power, we’ve always pushed the limits of what’s possible. Brenden Queen represents that same spirit – talented, hardworking, and full of momentum. Partnering with both Kaulig Racing and RAM provides the opportunity for us to continue to write our motorsports legacy.”
Queen, known affectionately as ‘Butterbean’, is a fan-favorite driver from the world of short track racing, who last season got the opportunity to have a breakout season on a national platform and won the ARCA Menards Series title for Pinnacle Racing Group.
The Chesapeake, Virginia-native was also tested with select starts in the NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Truck Series, where he delivered solid results. Those performances turned heads and led to him being named one of Kaulig Racing’s five drivers for the RAM program.
“To have a company with Cummins’ history and worldwide reputation support me is incredible,” Queen said. “I can’t wait to get behind the wheel of this RAM 1500 and represent Cummins and Kaulig Racing every weekend. This is the type of opportunity that every driver dreams about.”
Queen will make his debut in the No. 12 Cummins RAM 1500 in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season-opener at Daytona International Speedway, set to take place Friday, February 13 at 7:30 PM ET on FS1, NASCAR Radio Network, and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90.
