SS-Greenlight Racing has announced that Garrett Smithley will pilot the No. 14 car full-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series for the 2025 season. The move marks a significant step for Smithley, who has been a familiar face in NASCAR over the years with stints in all three of the sport’s national series.
Smithley, 32, brings experience and resilience to the team. Known for his steady driving style and ability to extract solid performances from underdog equipment, the Pennsylvania native is eager to make the most of this opportunity.
“I’m beyond excited to join SS-Greenlight Racing full-time in 2025,” Smithley said in a team statement. “This team has a lot of passion and potential, and I’m looking forward to building something great together. The No. 14 car has a storied history in racing, and I can’t wait to add to that legacy.”
The announcement comes as SS-Greenlight Racing looks to solidify its presence in the Xfinity Series. The team has shown flashes of promise in recent seasons and hopes Smithley’s experience will help elevate their performance.
Team owner Bobby Dotter expressed his enthusiasm about the signing. “Garrett is a great fit for our team. He’s proven time and time again that he can bring a car home in one piece while maximizing its potential. We’re confident he’ll help us take the next step as a competitive Xfinity Series program.”
The No. 14 car, which holds a rich history in NASCAR, will receive new sponsorship backing for the 2025 season, details of which are expected to be revealed in the coming months.
Smithley’s journey to this full-time seat has been one of perseverance. After making his Xfinity Series debut in 2015, he has competed sporadically in the series while also making starts in the NASCAR Cup Series. This opportunity with SS-Greenlight Racing provides him with a stable platform to showcase his skills on a weekly basis.
As the 2025 season approaches, fans will be eager to see how Smithley performs in his first full-time campaign in several years. With a team hungry for success and a driver determined to make the most of his opportunity, the pairing has the potential to be one of the feel-good stories of the upcoming Xfinity Series season.
