AM Racing to continue their NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series program
STATESVILLE, N.C. — AM Racing will return to the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series in 2026. The team previously announced their intentions to
theracingexperts.comAM Racing has ceased NASCAR operations as of May 14–15, 2026, with official confirmation that the team has shut down and released all employees.
Key points from recent reporting:
- Multiple outlets (including Motorsport.com and Yardbarker) confirm AM Racing formally ceased operations and did not race in 2026 after weeks of silence and a failed asset sale attempt.[2][6]
- The closure followed previous withdrawal from events (notably Rockingham) and an unsuccessful last-minute effort to stabilize day-to-day operations.[3][7][2]
- Reports note financial instability and bounced payroll checks as part of the context around the shutdown, with former management involved in seeking solutions behind the scenes.[3]
Illustration: A timeline of AM Racing’s status in 2026 shows initial withdrawal from races in early 2026, an attempt at last-minute operational stabilization, and ultimate formal cessation announced mid-May 2026.
Citations:
- AM Racing ceases operations and staff released.[2]
- Confirmation of immediate cessation and lack of racing activity in 2026.[2]
- Additional context on the shutdown timeline and related reporting.[6]