Todd Gilliland is set to compete in the 2026 Daytona 500 this Sunday, marking his fifth season in the NASCAR Cup Series and his second year driving the No. 34 Ford. The 25-year-old driver enters the season opener with momentum from 2025, when he achieved 11 top-15 finishes. His standout performance last year includes a second-place finish at the Fall Talladega race and an 11th-place result at last summer’s event at Daytona International Speedway.
Partner Support and Fan Engagement Initiatives
Returning as a major sponsor, Love’s Travel Stops will support Gilliland and the No. 34 team during the season opener. Fans are encouraged to download the Love’s Connect App, available on Google Play and the Apple App Store, which offers perks such as 10¢ per gallon savings on gas and up to 25¢ per gallon on diesel, plus exclusive mobile deals designed to enhance the fan experience throughout the racing season.
Gilliland’s Confidence in the Season Ahead
Expressing enthusiasm about the upcoming race, Gilliland highlighted the strength of Front Row Motorsports’ superspeedway efforts and his team’s progress last year.
“There’s no better place to kick off the season than Daytona, and I can’t wait to get back on track,” said Gilliland. “Front Row’s superspeedway program has always been strong. We really found our stride toward the end of the 2025 season, especially with the second-place finish at Talladega, and I expect us to come out swinging and open the year with a solid result.”
Looking Forward to a Promising Season
Todd Gilliland’s return to the famous speedway signals a fresh opportunity to build on previous successes and vie for top placements in the coming season. With experience and confidence on his side, Gilliland and the Front Row Motorsports team are poised to make an impact early at Daytona and throughout the NASCAR Cup Series schedule ahead.
