NCWTS: Akinori Ogata to make Camping World Truck Series Debut with Win-Tron Racing at Phoenix

Win-Tron Racing announced on Wednesday, Nov 5th that Akinori Ogata will make his NASCAR Camping World Truck Series debut in Friday night’s Lucas Oil 150 at Phoenix International Raceway. Ogata’s No. 35 truck will feature support from ENEOS, which has been a longtime partner of the Japanese driver.

“I’m very excited about making my NASCAR Camping World Truck Series debut at Phoenix,” Ogata said. “Competing at this level is not going to be an easy task, but I feel that I’m surrounded by great people at Win-Tron Racing.

“We haven’t set any expectations for the race. We know we’re in the race, but I have a lot to learn. I just want to get familiar with the truck and keep improving with every run we make and (every) lap turned. If we have a good showing at Phoenix, the doors will open for next season allowing me to continue and expand my (NASCAR) horizons.”

After winning racing in Japan, Ogata made the move to the United States, where he has set forth on completing his dream of racing in NASCAR. He ran three NASCAR K&N Pro Series East races this season, as well as short track races across North Carolina.

Win-Tron Racing co-owner Nate Thiesse is looking forward to working with Ogata this weekend on his dreams.

“It’s a pleasure to welcome Akinori and ENEOS to the Win-Tron Racing family,” he said. “This is a huge opportunity for him and all of his supporters. Our goal is to have a productive, respectable race and see the checkered flag on Friday night. If we can do that, we’ve succeeded.”