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It was a big weekend for the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, firstly because it went to St. Petersburg, the the first Truck Series race to be held on a street course and secondly, because it marked the return of Dario Franchitti, who came back behind the wheel for the first time in 13 years.

IndyCar News / Athlon Sports / February 28

Dario Franchitti Hits James Hinchcliffe While Passing at St. Pete Truck Series Race

During Stage 1 of the NASCAR Truck Series race at St. Petersburg, Dario Franchitti is making use of his fenders. In fact, he's putting them up against James Hinchcliffe, his fellow IndyCar alumni.

IndyCar News / Yardbarker / February 26

'Unnecessary': Dario Franchitti reflects on Dan Wheldon's fatal crash at Las Vegas

Dario Franchitti is still affected by the IndyCar crash that claimed the life of Dan Wheldon.

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Jimmie Johnson Steps In As Honorary Crew Chief For Three‑Time Indy 500 Champion Dario Franchitti’s St. Pete Truck Run

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Why NASCAR in 2026 Has the Attention of a Four-Time IndyCar Champion

The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series turned quite a few heads when it announced it would debut in St. Petersburg, Florida, during the 2026 season. One of the notable figures who took notice was four-time IndyCar Series champion Dario Franchitti.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / February 3

Three-time Indy 500 winner making first NASCAR start since 2008 at St. Petersburg

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IndyCar champion Dario Franchitti to make NASCAR return in one-off appearance

Dario Franchitti, one of the most accomplished racers in the history of open-wheel competition, is set to make his NASCAR return in 2026. According to Marshall Pruett of RACER, Franchitti will make a one-off appearance in the Feb.

IndyCar News / Total Apex Sports / January 4

Three-Time Indy 500 Winner Dario Franchitti Rumored to Race in NASCAR at St. Pete

The motorsports world loves a good crossover story, and if the rumors swirling around the paddock are accurate, we are about to witness a fascinating display of sportsmanship.

IndyCar News / Total Apex Sports / December 21

IndyCar Legend Dario Franchitti Returning for 24-Hour Endurance Race

There is an old saying in the garage area that you never truly retire from racing. You just stop chasing points for a while. The helmet might gather a little dust, the fire suit might hang in the closet, but the itch remains.

IndyCar News / NTT IndyCar Series / June 24, 2025

Watch: The race that started it all: Dario Franchitti’s 1998 Road America victory | INDYCAR

IndyCar News / IndyCar.com / February 14, 2024

Franchitti Earns Canadian Motorsport Hall of Fame Honors

Four-time INDYCAR SERIES champion and three-time Indianapolis 500 winner Dario Franchitti will be inducted into the Canadian Motorsport Hall of Fame as its 2023 International Category recipient at a black-tie gala on Feb.

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