The 2026 North Carolina Education Lottery 200 will bring the NASCAR Truck Series back to Charlotte Motor Speedway, marking the track’s first of two oval dates on the year’s schedule.
Notable entries
With 38 trucks entered, the race promises a crowded field that blends seasoned veterans with emerging talent.
Among the confirmed drivers are Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR Cup champion, and Shane van Gisbergen, the New Zealand‑born star who has been making waves in the series, as well as Carson Hocevar, who earned his ride with Spire Motorsports.
Travis Pastrana will also be on the grid, slated to pilot the No. 25 Kaulig Racing entry, adding another layer of excitement for fans.
The weekend will showcase all three of NASCAR’s national divisions, while the track’s ROVAL configuration has been set aside for the 2026 season, underscoring the focus on oval competition.
Because the entry list exceeds the typical grid size, two drivers will be left out of the action, a detail that teams are already addressing.