As the new NASCAR year kicks off, various changes are in store for the Cup Series. This includes new paint schemes, team expansions, and significant driver shifts. Check out the highlights for the 2025 season:

• Chase Briscoe moves to Joe Gibbs Racing to take over the No. 19 Toyota.
• 23XI Racing, RFK Racing, Front Row Motorsports, and Trackhouse Racing all now compete with three cars each.
• A.J. Allmendinger returns as Kaulig Racing’s No. 16 driver.
• Michael McDowell joins Spire Motorsports, and Josh Berry now drives for the Wood Brothers.

New crew chief assignments also shake things up, including moves that will undoubtedly influence performance on the track. Keep an eye out for Helio Castroneves, who will make his NASCAR debut at the Daytona 500, joining an exciting lineup of competitors.