By now, we all know that Kaulig Racing and Ram have linked up ahead of the 2026 NASCAR Truck Series season.
Ahead of their debut at Daytona, the two parties have confirmed their first major sponsorship ahead of the new campaign, revealing that Cummins Inc., a leader in diesel, natural gas, and alternative power technologies, will run as a primary sponsor on Brenden 'Butterbean' Queen's No. 12 Ram truck.
Whilst some partnerships last a specific number of races, this one is different. Cummins will serve as Queen's primary sponsor at every single event on the 2026 Truck Series schedule, and as such, its branding will feature on his car each and every week.
This partnership marks the latest milestone in the longstanding partnership between Cummins and Ram, which began in 1989 when the first Cummins-powered Dodge Ram was produced.
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Speaking in the official statement that confirmed the news, Brett Merritt, Vice President of Engine Business at Cummins, hailed the company's racing history while revealing they were also ready for the next chapter.
“Cummins has racing in its DNA,” said Merritt. “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 motorsport legacy.”
Elsewhere, Kaulig Racing Chief Executive Officer Chris Rice added: “We couldn’t be more excited to welcome Cummins to the Kaulig Racing family.
“Their engineering excellence 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.”
Queen’s No. 12 Cummins Ram 1500 will make its official debut at the 2026 NASCAR Truck Series season opener at Daytona International Speedway on February 13.
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