NASCAR’s expanding global reach took another monumental step forward as the organization officially announced that the NASCAR Mexico Series will return for an even larger schedule in 2025. The news, which sent ripples of excitement through the motorsport community, particularly in Mexico, drew an enthusiastic reaction from Mexico’s own Daniel Suárez—the first Mexican-born driver to win a race in the NASCAR Cup Series.
Suárez’s Response
Daniel Suárez, currently competing in the NASCAR Cup Series for Trackhouse Racing, expressed immense pride in NASCAR’s commitment to expanding the sport in his home country. “This is a massive win for Mexico and for motorsports fans here,” Suárez stated in a social media post shortly after the announcement. “I’ve always believed in the talent and passion we have in Mexico, and this will give more drivers a chance to show their skills on a larger stage.”
Suárez, who has been a vocal advocate for increasing NASCAR’s presence in Latin America, was instrumental in promoting the series during his early career in the **NASCAR Mexico Series**. His success as a trailblazer has inspired a generation of young Mexican drivers, and with the 2025 expansion, many more will have opportunities to follow in his footsteps.
NASCAR’s Mexico 2025 Expansion
The announcement confirms that NASCAR will not only continue its existing partnership with the NASCAR Mexico Series, but also expand it by adding new tracks to the 2025 calendar, including Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City as the main event. The success of past races in Mexico, including the 2024 showcase at the LA Memorial Coliseum, underscored the growing popularity of NASCAR south of the U.S. border.
NASCAR Senior Vice President, Ben Kennedy, commented on the decision: “Mexico is one of our most important markets, and we’ve seen a tremendous response from fans. Expanding the NASCAR Mexico Series is a reflection of our long-term commitment to fostering the growth of motorsports globally.”
Opportunities for Rising Stars
The 2025 season promises a bigger platform for emerging Mexican talent. With Daniel Suárez already a household name in the U.S., young stars like **Rubén García Jr.**, **Max Gutiérrez**, and **Salvador de Alba** are poised to take center stage in front of larger home crowds. Suárez hinted that he might play a mentor role for some of these drivers, possibly even appearing at a few of the NASCAR Mexico events himself.
What This Means for NASCAR
The confirmation of the 2025 schedule is another leap forward in NASCAR’s effort to establish itself as a truly international motorsport. As NASCAR continues to expand into markets like Mexico, Canada, and Europe, the sport becomes more accessible to diverse fanbases. For drivers like Daniel Suárez, it also means opportunities to bridge the gap between U.S. and Mexican racing, fostering talent and encouraging more Latin American drivers to pursue careers in NASCAR.
With the growing success of drivers like Suárez, this expansion will not only elevate motorsports in Mexico but also open doors for future generations of Mexican drivers. The Mexico 2025 NASCAR Series is set to be a defining moment for the sport in Latin America, and Suárez, ever the pioneer, is thrilled to see it happen.
As Suárez said in his closing remarks: “Viva NASCAR, and viva México!”
