If you’ve been following the Truck Series for a few seasons now, then you know that Nick Sanchez’s rise as a NASCAR driver looked unstoppable. After dominating the 2024 Fresh From Florida 250 at Daytona (his first career Truck Series win), he became one of the most talked-about young talents in the garage. But just as the sport geared up for 2026, a stunning development shifted the narrative for him.

Despite his momentum and growth, the Daytona-winning star suddenly finds himself without a seat as his Chevrolet-backed Big Machine Racing makes a tough, unexpected call. One that he didn’t see coming.

Nick Sanchez shown the exit door

“Over the weekend, I was informed that I will not be driving the No. 48 for Big Machine Racing in 2026,” Sanchez said in a social media post. “I’m grateful fo

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