Trackhouse Racing improvement driver Connor Zilisch will compete full-time within the Xfinity Collection subsequent season with JR Motorsports.
“That is an incredible second for me and all of the individuals who have helped me get to this place in my profession,” Zilisch stated. “With a lot assist from Chevrolet and an opportunity to race in vans and ARCA with Silver Hare Racing, I used to be in a position to signal with Trackhouse Racing they usually went to work to safe an unimaginable alternative for me. I’m so grateful and might’t wait to point out their belief in me is warranted. It’s mind-blowing to assume that I’ll drive for JR Motorsports and Dale Earnhardt, Jr., who’s considered one of my heroes. I’m able to put within the work.”
Zilisch, who turned 18 in July, will drive the No. 88 Chevrolet. A sponsor and crew chief weren’t introduced.
“Connor is such a formidable driver at this younger age,” Earnhardt stated. “We’re excited for him to get behind the wheel full-time subsequent season. He’s on a path to certain success with assist from Chevrolet, Trackhouse Racing, and now JR Motorsports.”
Justin Marks signed Zilisch to a multi-year cope with Trackhouse Racing in January. Zilisch has a formidable résumé competing in sports activities vehicles with victories within the Rolex 24 and the 12 Hours of Sebring. He has additionally made begins within the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, Trans Am Collection, Mazda MX-5 Cup, ARCA Menards Collection, the CARS Tour and the Craftsman Truck Collection.
Zilisch will put together for the 2025 season by making 4 begins with JR Motorsports this season. The primary shall be at Watkins Glen (Sept. 14) adopted by Kansas Speedway (Sept. 28), Homestead-Miami Speedway (Oct. 26) and Phoenix Raceway (Nov. 9).
“We couldn’t be extra excited to start this relationship with JR Motorsports and know that Connor is in good fingers as we work collectively to proceed Connor’s improvement,” Marks stated. “Connor has a vibrant future on this sport and we plan to be collectively for a very long time. JR Motorsports is the right associate for Trackhouse and Connor.”
