Overview
- Johnson, 50, makes his first crew chief appearance in a NASCAR national series on February 28 as he leads Franchitti from the pit box.
- Franchitti drives the No. 1 TRICON Garage Toyota with Dollar Tree sponsorship in his return to NASCAR competition.
- The St. Petersburg event is Franchitti’s first NASCAR start since 2008 and the Truck Series’ first race on the downtown street course.
- Franchitti said Johnson quickly found the TRICON seat and sponsor, reflecting Toyota ties that link TRICON and Johnson’s Legacy Motor Club.
- After placing 19th in practice, Franchitti qualified sixth for the race, positioning himself well for the street-course debut.