After initially announcing plans of going part-time in 2027, Kasey Kleyn’s deal has switched to a full-time campaign with the Nitro Motorsports organization, running the No. 25 Toyota Camry to compete for the ARCA Menards Series championship, the team announced on Thursday.

“I want to thank Nick and everyone at Nitro Motorsports for believing in me and giving me this opportunity,” Kleyn said. “Phoenix was a great first step together, and it showed me how strong this team is. Running a full ARCA season means getting to every type of track, from short tracks to superspeedways, and I can’t wait to get to work and contend for wins in 2027.”

The 18-year old native of Quincy, Washington, made his first scene in the NASCAR national series in 2026, running select CRAFTSMAN Truck Series races with Rackley W.A.R. and Halmar Friesen Racing.

He made his second ARCA Menards Series West start in the Desert Diamond Casino West Valley 100 at Phoenix Raceway for Nitro, finishing on the lead lap in fifth. His performance was good enough for team co-owner Nick Tucker to sign him on for the full season.

“Kasey showed us everything we needed to see at Phoenix,” said Tucker. “He came into a new team and a new racetrack, stayed patient, and raced his way into the top-five against a very competitive field. He’s already won races and a championship in late models, and he brings a lot of maturity to the racetrack at just 18 years old. We’re excited to give him a full season in the #25 and see what he can do.”

The 2027 ARCA Menards Series season will kick off on February 20 for the running of the General Tire 200 at Daytona International Speedway.