Ty Dillon gets part-time Kaulig Cup ride

Ty Dillon will run five NASCAR Cup series races in the No. 16 Chevrolet for Kaulig Racing.

Dillon’s first start with the team will be this weekend at Richmond Raceway. A sponsor lineup for Dillon was not announced.

“I’m excited to be back in the NASCAR Cup Series with Kaulig Racing,” Dillon said. “This is the highest level of our sport and allows me to go out and prove what I can do with great leaders in Matt Kaulig, Chris Rice, Travis Mack, and the entire team. Kaulig Racing gives me the best opportunity to showcase what I can do on the track.”