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Brent Crews to Drive No. 19 Toyota Full-Time in 2026

11/28/2025

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Brent Crews, driver for Joe Gibbs Racing, will drive the No. 19 Toyota full-time in 2026, despite his age.
The No. 19 car, previously driven by Aric Almirola, won the 2025 owner championship.
Almirola's three wins helped the team reach Championship 4, though he did not contend for the driver title.
The 2026 season begins February 14 at Daytona International Speedway.

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Story summary

Brent Crews, driver for Joe Gibbs Racing, will drive the No. 19 Toyota full-time in 2026, despite his age.
The No. 19 car, previously driven by Aric Almirola, won the 2025 owner championship.
Almirola's three wins helped the team reach Championship 4, though he did not contend for the driver title.
The 2026 season begins February 14 at Daytona International Speedway.