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Chandler Smith signs multiyear contract with Richard Childress Racing

Chandler Smith signs multiyear contract with Richard Childress Racing

August 26, 2026
Richard Childress Racing announced today that Chandler Smith will join the organization’s NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JULY 24: Chandler Smith, driver of the #38 Long John Silver's Ford, looks on prior to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series TSport 200 at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park on July 24, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Chandler Smith not returning to Front Row Motorsports in 2027

Chandler Smith not returning to Front Row Motorsports in 2027

July 28, 2026
Front Row Motorsports announced on Tuesday that Chandler Smith will not return for a third season with the team in 2027
NORTH WILKESBORO, NORTH CAROLINA - JULY 18: Chandler Smith, driver of the #38 QuickTie Ford, leads the field during the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Faith Fest 250 at North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 18, 2026 in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images) | Getty Images

FaithFest 250 post-race inspection

FaithFest 250 post-race inspection

July 18, 2026
Post-race inspection is complete in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series garage and there were no issues. #38-Chandler Smith
NORTH WILKESBORO, NORTH CAROLINA - JULY 18: Chandler Smith, driver of the #38 QuickTie Ford, celebrates after winning the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Faith Fest 250 at North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 18, 2026 in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. (Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Chandler Smith races to dominant NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series win

Chandler Smith races to dominant NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series win

July 18, 2026
Last year at North Wilkesboro Speedway, Chandler Smith led one lap in winning the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series over Front
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Hard Rock Casino Tejon to sponsor Front Row Motorsports in Cup and Trucks

Hard Rock Casino Tejon to sponsor Front Row Motorsports in Cup and Trucks

May 12, 2026
Front Row Motorsports (FRM) and Hard Rock Casino Tejon are betting big in California. Hard Rock Casino Tejon today announced
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 11: Chandler Smith, driver of the #36 Quick Tie/Matheus Lumber Ford, speaks to the media during Media Day for the NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 11, 2026 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Chandler Smith competing in O’Reilly races at Phoenix, Las Vegas for Hettinger Racing

Chandler Smith competing in O’Reilly races at Phoenix, Las Vegas for Hettinger Racing

March 2, 2026
Hettinger Racing has tabbed Chandler Smith to drive its No. 5 Ford Mustang Dark Horse in the next two NASCAR O’Reilly Auto
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 13: Chandler Smith, driver of the #38 TrophyCatch Ford, celebrates with a burnout after winning the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Fresh from Florida 250 at Daytona International Speedway on February 13, 2026 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Daytona post-race Truck Series inspection

Daytona post-race Truck Series inspection

February 14, 2026
NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series post-race inspection is complete at Daytona International Speedway. There were no issues, #
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 13: Chandler Smith, driver of the #38 TrophyCatch Ford, crosses the finish line to win the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Fresh from Florida 250 at Daytona International Speedway on February 13, 2026 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jeff Curry/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Chandler Smith steals overtime win in NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series opener

Chandler Smith steals overtime win in NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series opener

February 13, 2026
Chandler Smith came from the middle of nowhere to win Friday’s Fresh from Florida 250 at Daytona International Speedway
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Front Row Motorsports lands partnership with Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission

Front Row Motorsports lands partnership with Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission

February 9, 2026
Chandler Smith and the No. 38 Ford F-150 team will sport a new look on the high banks of the Daytona International Speedway
HAMPTON, GEORGIA - FEBRUARY 21: Chandler Smith #38 driver of the QuickTie Ford enters his truck during qualifying for the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Fr8 208 at Atlanta Motor Speedway on February 21, 2025 in Hampton, Georgia. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Chandler Smith to attempt Daytona 500 with Front Row Motorsports

Chandler Smith to attempt Daytona 500 with Front Row Motorsports

January 22, 2026
After a successful first season at Front Row Motorsports (FRM), highlighted by two wins in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series
HAMPTON, GEORGIA - FEBRUARY 21: Chandler Smith #38 driver of the QuickTie Ford enters his truck during qualifying for the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Fr8 208 at Atlanta Motor Speedway on February 21, 2025 in Hampton, Georgia. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Chandler Smith returns to Front Row Motorsports for 2026 season

Chandler Smith returns to Front Row Motorsports for 2026 season

December 16, 2025
Following a strong season in his first year at Front Row Motorsports driving the No. 38 Ford F-150, Chandler Smith is now
FORT WORTH, TEXAS - MAY 03: Zane Smith, driver of the #38 Speedy Cash Ford, drives during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway on May 03, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Speedy Cash, TitleMax returning as anchor partner of Front Row Motorsports in 2026

Speedy Cash, TitleMax returning as anchor partner of Front Row Motorsports in 2026

November 24, 2025
An anchor partner of Front Row Motorsports (FRM) in the 2025 NASCAR Cup and CRAFTSMAN Truck Series’ seasons’, primarily
BRISTOL, TENNESSEE - SEPTEMBER 21: A general view of the grid prior to the NASCAR Cup Series Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway on September 21, 2024 in Bristol, Tennessee. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Weekend Preview: Bristol Motor Speedway

Weekend Preview: Bristol Motor Speedway

September 10, 2025
Austin Dillon stays close as NASCAR Cup Playoffs move to Bristol
HOMESTEAD, FLORIDA - MARCH 21: Corey Heim, driver of the #11 Safelite Toyota, exits his car during qualifying for the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Baptist Health 200 at Homestead-Miami Speedway on March 21, 2025 in Homestead, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) | Getty Images

NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Playoff Media Day Notebook

NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Playoff Media Day Notebook

August 19, 2025
Heim is focused on a Truck Series title
NORTH WILKESBORO, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 17: Chandler Smth, driver of the #38 QuickTie Ford, celebrates after winning the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Window World 250 at North Wilkesboro Speedway on May 17, 2025 in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) | Getty Images

North Wilkesboro post-race Truck Series inspection

North Wilkesboro post-race Truck Series inspection

May 17, 2025
NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series post-race inspection is complete at North Wilkesboro Speedway. No issues for #38-Chandler