Martin Truex Jr. has been sponsored by Bass Pro Shops for a significant period of time. He is a veteran driver for Joe Gibbs Racing team and is considering retiring from the Cup Series. Truex Jr., who drives the number 19 Toyota Camry, has postponed his retirement twice to continue competing in the premier stock car racing series. His current contract will expire at the end of the 2024 season and he has not yet made a final decision about his future.
There are rumors circulating that Truex Jr. may retire this season due to the departure of Bass Pro Shops, his longtime sponsor, from the sport. The Rubbin Is Racing podcast reported in its latest episode that the TRD driver is planning to retire, which would open the door for his brother Ryan Truex to enter NASCAR. While these rumors should be treated with caution, it would not be surprising if the NASCAR legend decided to retire and give his brother the opportunity to compete full-time.
Truex Jr. has been considering retirement for some time and now may be the right time for him to do so. He believes that the introduction of Next-Gen cars has raised the level of competition in NASCAR, as all teams now have access to the same parts. This has been a game-changer for the sport.
Considering the changes in NASCAR and the evolution of car technology, Truex Jr. may choose to end his career and embrace the opportunities that life has to offer in the coming years. However, for now, his focus remains on winning races, securing a spot in the playoffs, and competing for the championship.