A major change will take place in NHRA Drag Racing after the 2025 season ends. Toyota Gazoo Racing North America will pull out of the series.
Toyota announced the news with a press release. The manufacturer said it will continue to provide tow vehicles, engineering, technology, and trackside support to multiple teams in 2025.
Toyota currently has deals with AB Motorsports, DC Motorsports, Kalitta Motorsports, Ron Capps Motorsports, SCAG Racing's Top Fuel program, and Torrence Racing.
AB Motorsports driver-owner Antron Brown is the reigning Top Fuel champion. He followed fellow Toyota driver Doug Kalitta, who won the Top Fuel title in 2023.
"Our NHRA Drag Racing involvement has brought much success and pride across our entire organization," said Paul Doleshal of Toyota Motor North America. "Our NHRA drivers and teams have truly become part of our Toyota family.
"We look forward to competing for more wins and championships with our supported teams in the upcoming season, and we will work diligently along the way to make sure each team and driver have the tools necessary to compete at the highest level for the years to come."
Toyota first entered NHRA competition in 2002. The manufacturer has gone on to enjoy considerable success with a variety of drivers and teams. Toyota has scored more than 200 race wins and 12 world championships. Toyota won its first Manufacturers Cup championship this season.
"We are so grateful for Toyota's incredible relationship with our race team over the last two decades," Kalitta Motorsports said in a statement. "While we are certainly sad that Toyota will be leaving NHRA after next season, we are thankful for all their contributions to NHRA Drag Racing.
"It's been an honor to fly the Toyota flag since 2007 while enjoying their world class support both on and off the race track. We'll fly it proudly in 2025 hoping to add another championship to Toyota's impressive NHRA resume. Even though Toyota is leaving the sport, they're family, and they always will be."