NASCAR News: Frankie Muniz to Start His Xfinity Journey at Daytona

Global Television film star and professional motorsports driver, Frankie Muniz will be attempting to kick-start his NASCAR journey at the Xfinity Series this year. The 38-year-old will have a go in attempting to qualify for next Saturday’s United Rentals 300 at the Daytona International Speedway.

He will be making his Xfinity debut piloting the No.35 Ford Performance Mustang for Joey Gase Motorsports. Muniz last season finished fourth in the ARCA Menards Series and this was his first season driving there. With a P4 finish last season in ARCA, he has now set his sights on running a limited year in the Xfinity Series for 2024.

Muniz humble yet excited about his new adventure

There’s first for everything they say and it couldn’t be more true for Frankie Muniz in the current scheme of things. Actor by profession but following his passion for motorsports Muniz is now staring at the next big step in chasing his NASCAR dream. Joining Joey Gase Motorsports, he will be making his Xfinity Series debut this year, running a partial schedule.

“I am very fortunate to have the unwavering support of Ford and Ford Performance through my NASCAR journey, and I am very humbled yet excited to be teamed up with Joey Gase Motorsports to attempt my NASCAR Xfinity Series debut next weekend at Daytona International Speedway.” Muniz said in a press release.

Speaking highly of their new driver capabilities, team owner Gase added, “Joey Gase Motorsports is proud to welcome Frankie to the team. Undoubtedly, he brings a lot of attention to our team and the NASCAR Xfinity Series, but throughout the last couple of weeks, I’ve never seen a driver more determined or focused than Frankie. He will be an asset to our program this season, and I look forward to joining him as a teammate in our No. 53 National Crime Prevention Council car at Daytona.”

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Just a single ARCA series is not a big check mark on a driver’s CV and Muniz is very well aware of the fact. So making the big switch this season, he is banking on his resolve and determination to cope up with the challenges ahead.

NASCAR dream is alive and kicking for Muniz

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It was back in 2007 when Frankie Muniz decided to put his acting career on hold and follow his passion for motorsports. His first step in professional racing was the open-wheel racing experience, competing in Atlantic Championship. He was consistent in his three years of racing in the event and managed his best P9 finish. Transitioning into stock car racing, he joined Rette Jone Racing in 2023 and competed in the ARCA Menards Series. Fast forward just 12 months, he is now looking at the prospect of racing at Daytona in the Xfinity Series opener on Feb 17.

Understanding the steep learning that lay ahead of him, Muniz is determined to make the most of this opportunity. “Moving up to Xfinity is a big leap for me, given my limited experience in stock cars. I understand the challenges ahead and know it will not always be easy. I want to thank Wayne Auton and Brett Bodine at NASCAR for believing in me and allowing me to compete in the Xfinity Series this season.”

​Dreams do come true and for the time being, Frankie Muniz is living his dream. Given if he does make it through qualifying, he will taste his first NASCAR competitive race at the Daytona Speedway.

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