Overview
- Sam Hunt Racing announced Burton will drive the No. 24 Toyota full-time in 2026, pairing with returning driver Dean Thompson in the No. 26.
- Team owner Sam Hunt confirmed the lineup during a Martinsville Speedway press conference, formalizing SHR’s expansion to two full-time cars.
- Kris Bowen will crew chief the No. 26 and Brian Gainey will lead the No. 24, reuniting Burton with personnel linked to his prior Xfinity success.
- Burton reenters Toyota’s pipeline after recent seasons with Ford, bringing four Xfinity wins from 2020 and a strong 2025 return to the series.
- AM Racing has not named a replacement for Burton as the series transitions to the O’Reilly Auto Parts branding in 2026.