BREAKING: Martin Truex Jr. Returns to Daytona 500 with Tricon and No. 56 Bass Pro Shops Toyota
In a stunning announcement, Martin Truex Jr. is set to return to the Daytona 500, piloting the No. 56 Bass Pro Shops Toyota in a nostalgic nod to his early days in the NASCAR Cup Series. Partnering with Tricon Garage for this one-off entry, Truex’s comeback brings back not only a familiar number but also a familiar face: championship-winning crew chief Cole Pearn.
The No. 56 holds deep significance in Truex’s career, dating back to his early years racing for Michael Waltrip Racing. Now, more than a decade later, he’ll once again carry that number — this time in what could be one of the most anticipated entries in the 2025 Daytona 500 field.
Adding even more excitement, Cole Pearn will return to the pit box to lead the effort. The Truex-Pearn pairing was one of the most dominant forces in NASCAR during their run with Furniture Row Racing and later Joe Gibbs Racing, capturing the 2017 Cup Series championship and 24 race wins together. Their reunion brings both nostalgia and serious potential to challenge for a Daytona 500 win.
Bass Pro Shops, a longtime supporter of Truex, is back on board as the primary sponsor, adding continuity and backing to this high-profile entry. While Truex stepped away from full-time racing after the 2024 season, this return to Daytona is a symbolic and competitive resurgence — one that fans won’t want to miss.
The 2025 Daytona 500 just got a major boost in star power and sentimentality. With a fan-favorite driver, an elite crew chief, and an iconic sponsor reunited, all eyes will be on the No. 56 Toyota when the green flag drops at Daytona. Could this be the storybook ending to a legendary career?
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