Eric Jr Signs with Jerry Pitts Racing for the 2026 NASCAR AMSW Season

Eric Jr Set to Return to Jerry Pitts Racing in 2026

News released on December 9, 2025 confirmed that Eric Johnson Jr will return to Jerry Pitts Racing for the 2026 season, continuing his full-time effort in the ARCA Menards Series West.

Johnson Jr. will once again pilot the No. 5 Toyota, reuniting with the team following a successful 2025 campaign that saw steady improvement and a fourth-place championship finish. The announcement signals a clear commitment from both driver and team to build on last season’s momentum.

In a statement accompanying the release, the team shared a confident message: “He’s back! This team has some unfinished business.” That sentiment reflects the shared belief that Johnson Jr. and Jerry Pitts Racing are poised to take the next step in 2026.

With continuity, experience, and confidence heading into the new season, Eric Johnson Jr.’s return to the No. 5 Toyota sets the stage for another strong championship push as the team looks to turn unfinished business into results.

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