NASCAR has unveiled the official entry list for the 2026 FaithFest 250, the highly anticipated race that will take place at North Wilkesboro Speedway.
The lineup features 39 trucks on the grid, meaning three drivers will miss the event, and includes a mix of veteran Cup Series competitors and emerging talent.
Notable drivers and team assignments
Among the confirmed entries are Chase Elliott, Shane van Gisbergen and Carson Hocevar, who are slated to compete for Spire Motorsports, while Christopher Bell will drive the No. 62 truck for Halmar Friesen Racing.
The race is notable not only for its historic status as the first Cup Series points event at the revived track, but also for the window of competition it creates within the 2026 schedule.
A milestone for North Wilkesboro
The decision to host a points‑scoring race at North Wilkesboro underscores NASCAR’s confidence in the facility’s restored standards and its appeal to both competitors and viewers.
With several top‑tier drivers entered, the outcome could influence playoff positioning and add an extra layer of strategy to the season’s final stretch.