After Martin Truex Jr’s Confirmation, Toyota & Joe Gibbs Racing Provide an Update on Kyle Busch’s NASCAR Future

Ever since news broke that Mars Inc will leave NASCAR and Joe Gibbs Racing, Kyle Busch’s future has been in doubt. Obviously, the driver is keen to continue racing and has no plans to retire.

However, no matter who they are in the sport, a NASCAR driver cannot survive long without sponsorship. As a result, Kyle Busch is pretty much on the lurch and is desperate to find a sponsor.

According to Fox Sports’ Bob Pockrass, the sponsorship is still up in the air. However, Toyota and JGR firmly believe that it is a matter of time until Busch signs a contract.

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The bad news for them is that, despite the positive noises, the #18 driver has still not officially signed anything. All this comes on the back of news that Martin Truex Jr has just penned a new contract with Joe Gibbs Racing.

Kyle Busch has a lot on his mind for the 2022 Cup Series season

For now, the 2015 and 2019 Cup Series champion is aiming to add a third title to his name. He is also on the hunt for a few records, so that he can truly immortalize his name. To be exact, he is officially tied with the legendary Richard Petty for the most consecutive seasons with at least one win. Without a doubt, this will be extra motivation for Busch to continue racing.

However, his first priority is the 2022 Cup Series title fight. The good news is that he has already qualified for the Playoffs, but will have to work hard to remain there. This means that in the next 10 races, he has to hope that the sport does not see more than 16 winners.

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At least he can take comfort in the fact that he is standing 3rd in the standings, behind Chase Elliott and Ross Chastain. In other words, Kyle Busch is pretty much leading the charge for Joe Gibbs Racing.