Overview
- Spire formally introduced Suárez at a Concord, North Carolina press conference, confirming he will replace Justin Haley in the No. 7 starting at the 2026 Daytona 500.
- Freeway Insurance, Suárez’s longtime partner, will serve as the car’s primary backer as he stays in Chevrolet equipment after five seasons with Trackhouse.
- Trackhouse has already named prospect Connor Zilisch to succeed Suárez in the No. 99 for 2026, completing both teams’ key lineup moves.
- Operational details for the No. 7 entry remain undisclosed, including contract length, crew chief assignment, and any changes to the existing team infrastructure.
- Suárez joins Michael McDowell and Carson Hocevar on Spire’s 2026 roster after a difficult 2025 season for both driver and team, with Suárez 28th in points and Spire still seeking its first Cup win since 2019.