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Kasey Kahne signs on for full-time NASCAR Truck Series in 2027

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 11:16 PM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Kasey Kahne signs on for full-time NASCAR Truck Series in 2027

Summary

Kasey Kahne will compete full-time in the 2027 NASCAR Truck Series for Spire Motorsports. Driving the No. 77 truck, Kahne's return comes after years away from the sport, having last raced in the Cup Series in 2018. Spire co-owner Jeff Dickerson approached Kahne after they discussed options at the Knoxville Nationals. Kahne expressed excitement about the opportunity, citing the shorter and night races as a better fit for him. He also plans to continue racing Sprint Cars next year.

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By the Numbers

•Kahne last competed in the Cup Series in 2018.
•He will drive for Spire Motorsports in the No. 77 truck.
•The 2027 Truck Series features 25 races, many at night.
•Kahne also plans to race Sprint Cars next season.
•His agreement follows discussions at the Knoxville Nationals.

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What they're saying

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It’s Kasey Kahne Friday practically every other week next year. That’s because Spire Motorsports has hired the retired NASCAR Cup Series driver to compete full-time in the Truck Series behind the wheel of the No. 77 next season. In other words, the meme will finally become a reality in 2027. Kahne last competed in the Cup Series in the Southern 500 back in 2018. He was sidelined the next ...Keep reading
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