Kasey Kahne is ending his NASCAR retirement and will return to full-time competition in 2027, driving for Spire Motorsports. Multiple outlets report he will race in NASCAR’s Truck Series, taking over a full-time seat with Spire and driving a Chevrolet Silverado.
The reports add that Kahne has not competed full-time in NASCAR since 2018, when he stepped away during the Cup season due to chronic dehydration issues that worsened during long races. Fox Sports frames the return as a new opportunity for competition, while other coverage focuses on the specifics of the team and vehicle combination. Forbes highlights that Kahne’s return could make the upcoming period “interesting,” referencing both his racing ability and his public profile. Overall, the outlets agree on the timing—2027—and the nature of the role: a full-time truck ride with Spire Motorsports.
