Kampgrounds of America, Inc., will return as a primary sponsorship partner of the JR Motorsports team during the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series season. KOA, the largest system of privately held campgrounds, will serve as a one-race primary sponsorship partner for Connor Zilisch and the No. 1 Chevrolet.
The KOA colors will adorn the No. 1 Chevrolet in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series event at Chicagoland Speedway on Saturday, July 4.
In addition to the one-race primary sponsorship commitment, KOA will also serve as a full-season associate sponsorship partner for multiple JR Motorsports entries in the upcoming season.
Zilisch, who amassed 10 victories during his rookie campaign in the series in 2025 and is set to go full-time NASCAR Cup Series racing in 2026, is elated to have KOA back on his race cars during his part-time effort with JR Motorsports.
“It’s so cool to be back in the KOA Chevrolet in 2026,” Zilisch said in a team press release. “I really enjoyed continuing to get to know everyone from KOA this past season and learning more about their business. KOA has been a big part of my NASCAR career from the very beginning, and I am proud to wear their colors again next season.”
KOA served as the primary sponsor for Zilisch this past season at Iowa Speedway, a race where Zilisch started and finished in the fourth position. That race was in the middle of the 19-year-old driver’s all-time record stretch of 18 consecutive top-five finishes.
To further strengthen the bond between motorsports and outdoor enthusiasts, KOA will also enter a year-long partnership with Wyatt Miller, the nephew of Dale Earnhardt Jr., who is a blossoming young race car driver.
“We are thrilled to continue our partnership with JR Motorsports,” said Toby O’Rourke, president and CEO of KOA. “Racing and camping bring people together through adventure, community, and unforgettable experiences. This collaboration connects KOA with motorsports fans in a unique way, enhancing their race weekends and inspiring them to explore the great outdoors.”
