Dodge has a rich NASCAR history with five Daytona 500 wins, but its involvement has been sporadic. It left in 1985, returned in 2001, and claimed the 2012 Cup title before exiting again. Ram’s return to Trucks in 2026 has sparked hope for a Dodge comeback. NASCAR indicates an 18-month process for Dodge’s return to the Cup Series, potentially around 2027.
The transition would involve developing their own engines, as Cup Series requires manufacturer-specific ones. NASCAR is confident about another OEM joining soon, potentially indicating a shifting landscape in stock car racing.