The NASCAR Truck Series’ last showdown certainly stirred the pot, but that hasn’t put the brakes on a fresh face joining the fray. Say hello to Faction46, revving up to make their grand entrance at Daytona International Speedway in February 2024. So far, the buzz is all about the team’s name and their partnership with Niece Motorsports. The driver lineup? That’s still under wraps, but word on the street is that we’ll get the full scoop later this week.

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After the whirlwind of drama and debates that swirled around the showdown in Phoenix, one would think teams might steer clear of the Truck series. But, surprisingly, that’s not how the cookie crumbled. Despite the turbulence, Faction46 has boldly stepped into the fray, marking a new chapter in the series. Eric Estep shed light on Faction46, the new Chevy team making waves in the racing world. Co-owned by Lane Moore and Logan Moore, this team is gearing up to race the No. 46 Chevrolet Silverado RST, with a robust technical alliance with Niece Motorsports. AE Engine is also in the mix, adding more horsepower to the team’s efforts.

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Lane Moore, who recently backed Veer Motorsports in the ARCA Menards Series, is now shifting gears to the Craftsman Truck Series with Faction46. Chatting with Eric Estepp on the Out of the Groove YouTube show, Moore shared his drive for diving into team ownership. When probed about what prompted him to have a team in NASCAR and not any other motorsport, he said, “I love racing, I have loved racing all my life. Whether it’s racing myself or helping others get to the track it’s been something that has been a passion of mine. The idea of starting a team has been on the back of my mind for a long time. So, this year, parts and pieces just kind of fell together and now we are here.”

Moore also spilled the beans on the origin of the name ‘Faction46’. “Faction, you know, it’s just a cool word. Every team should have a cool word, right? The “46”, it has got a couple of different meanings. The first is that it represents the 46 states of the union in Oklahoma which is where I raised my family, we have had our businesses there. So, it seemed fitting to have it in Oklahoma represented in the name. Besides, the second meaning is a little touchier, we’ll have to talk about that in a different show.” He didn’t forget to tip his hat to Niece Motorsports, admitting that building the trucks would’ve been a pipe dream without their help.

Well, for fans on the hunt for a new team to cheer on, Faction46 might just be the ticket. They’re even throwing in some cool merchandise for fans who register on their website – worth checking out!

NASCAR enthusiasts have a chance to get ahead of the curve with some fresh Faction46 gear!

While the team’s keeping the suspense high by not revealing their driver just yet, they’ve rolled out a pretty slick lineup of merch. Their website is a treasure trove, featuring cool items like a Faction46 launch hat, a classic trucker hat, a wheel-themed t-shirt, a cozy black hoodie, a sleek long-sleeve t-shirt, and a stylish black tee.

If fans hop onto their merch website and sign up, they will be in the running to snag one of five amazing prize packs. These aren’t just any old bundles – they come loaded with all the gear mentioned plus a hero card autographed by the soon-to-be-unveiled driver. And for those who love a good road trip, the shop of Faction46 is nestled in Salisbury. Why not swing by and peek behind the curtain at their operations?

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Here’s to hoping they will put someone behind the wheel who has the chops – a driver who is more about skill and less about causing a ruckus on the track, a refreshing change from the usual crash-and-bash strategy we see in the Truck Series.