Toni Breidinger Moves to NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2025
Toni Breidinger is set to take a significant step forward in her racing career next season as she joins the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, supported by Toyota and Tricon Garage. In 2025, she will pilot the No. 5 Toyota Tundra, embracing the challenge with optimism and a clear sense of realism about what lies ahead.
A Challenging 2024 Season in ARCA
Breidinger’s 2024 campaign in the ARCA Menards Series was tough, as her team, Venturini Motorsports, struggled to keep up with the speed and dominance of rivals like Rev Racing, Joe Gibbs Racing, and Pinnacle Racing Group. Despite not clinching a victory, Breidinger made waves off the track with her unmatched social media presence and high-profile partnerships.
A Social Media Star and Brand Ambassador
Boasting the largest social media following in motorsports, Breidinger has leveraged her popularity to build an impressive brand. She is the face of a national campaign with Raising Cane’s, has graced the pages of Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit Issue, and even walked the pink carpet with Victoria’s Secret. These endeavors are not just distractions but strategic extensions of her career.
“Thankfully, I do enjoy doing all the side hustles and traveling and going to different events and working on social media,” Breidinger explained. “It all ties together… I wouldn’t be able to race without my partners, and I want to do a good job for them on and off the track.”
Excitement for the 2025 Season
Looking ahead, Breidinger is thrilled to begin her first full-time season in a NASCAR national series. “I’m definitely excited for that next step,” she told 5 GOATs in a recent interview. “Obviously, there is going to be a learning curve, but Toyota has been super supportive, and I’ve been preparing and grinding pretty hard during the offseason.”
Celsius, a long-time partner, continues to fuel Breidinger’s racing journey. “Definitely long days, a little bit chaotic, but that’s what Celsius is for, it gets me through it,” she said.
Focused and Realistic
Breidinger approaches 2025 with optimism tempered by a clear understanding of the challenges ahead. “I’m definitely expecting the season to be tough… I know I’m going to be facing challenges, and I know I’m going to have to adapt to situations very quickly,” she admitted.
Her primary goal? Rookie of the Year. Achieving this will be no easy feat, but Tricon Garage is equipping her with strong resources, and she has an established rapport with the team.
Learning from the Best
Breidinger also has a valuable mentor in Corey Heim, who dominated the 2024 Truck Series with six wins for Tricon Garage. Heim has been instrumental in her development, even spotting for her in an ARCA race.
“I want to know his thought processes because obviously, he’s so good and it seems everything comes to him so naturally,” Breidinger said. “I’m always like, ‘Corey, how do you do it?’ But he’s been super helpful for me.”
Proving Herself on the Track
While Breidinger’s off-track ventures shine brightly, her 2025 season will be all about results. The No. 5 truck, which finished 20th and 16th in the last two seasons, leaves plenty of room for improvement. Breidinger’s ability to adapt and perform will determine how far she can take her team.
Toni Breidinger is more than a driver—she’s a social media powerhouse, a model, and a brand ambassador. But in 2025, she’s aiming to prove she can also be a top-tier competitor in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. As she steps into the spotlight, all eyes will be on how this multifaceted star performs under pressure.
