The landscape of NASCAR’s Xfinity (soon to be O’Reilly Auto Parts) Series is evolving as the 2026 season approaches. Manufacturer alignments have always played a crucial role in team competitiveness. Recent moves in the series indicate that teams are reconsidering their partnerships, such as a notable shift in the Haas Factory Team announcing its switch from Ford to Chevrolet for the next season. That change seems to have influenced other teams’ strategies, as in the garage, whispers of similar moves have only fueled fan predictions of an incoming NASCAR Series shakeup, especially for a particular Ford team.

Teams like RSS Racing have built performance around technical alliances and manufacturer support in Xfinity. The team fields multiple Ford entries, including the No. 39 Ford Mustang d

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