Daniel Suarez

Daniel Suarez is a professional Mexican-American stock car racing driver, who has made a name for himself as the first Mexican-born driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race. He currently competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, Suarez drives the No.99 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Trackhouse Racing. He also races part-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, driving the No.14 Chevrolet Camaro for SS-Green Light racing with Kaulig Racing and the No.36 Camaro for DGM Racing.

Suarez started his racing journey in the NASCAR Toyota Series in Mexico, racing for Telcel Racing. He later transitioned to NASCAR K&N Pro Series East, with Rev Racing as part of the Drive for Diversity program. In 2016, he made a name for himself by winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series championship with Joe Gibbs Racing and made history as the first foreign-born driver to win a major NASCAR National Series Championship.

Daniel joined Trackhouse Racing in 2022. He made his historic first Cup series victory at Sonoma Raceway in 2022. As of August 2024, Suarez is currently in the 16th Rank position with over 497 race points, with top ten finishes and a strong position in the driver standings, building his reputation as one of the top drivers on the track.

Daniel Suarez’s Early Life

Daniel Suarez was born and raised in Monterrey, Nuevo León, México. He started racing at the age of ten, and in 2002 he began karting. By 2007, Suarez had won the class championship in karting and started his competitive career. In 2008, he entered the NASCAR Mexico series under the mini-stocks category, where he was the youngest driver to win a race in the series history. This win helped him to find his way into the NASCAR Mexico Series in 2010, as he drove for Telcel Racing and earned the title of Rookie of the Year.

Suarez made progress in his career as he alternated between the NASCAR Mexico Series and the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East. In 2011 in the Toyota All-Star Showdown at Irwindale Speedway, he finished as the highest-placing Mexican driver. In 2012, he finished third in the championship standings with leading the points in the Mexico series and also securing two victories. As he participated in the K&N Pro Series East, he finished sixteenth overall with multiple top-ten finishes. In 2013, Suarez secured his first K&N Pro Series East victory and finished third in the championship standings. His impressive performances in both the NASCAR Toyota Series and K&N Pro Series East earned him a spot in NASCAR’s Drive for Diversity program. In 2014, Suarez made his Nationwide Series debut for Joe Gibbs Racing, at the Richmond International Raceway, making his official entry into the professional career in NASCAR.

Daniel Suarez’s Personal Life

Daniel Suarez currently resides in Huntersville, North Carolina, maintaining a balance in his professional racing career and personal life. Suarez is in a relationship with Julia Piquet, who is the daughter of three-time Formula 1 World champion Nelson Piquet. The couple got engaged in 2022 and got married on July 30, 2024, in Brazil. Suarez's personal life reflects a deep connection to the world of motorsports beyond NASCAR.

In addition to his racing career and personal milestones, Suarez achieved a personal milestone in 2024 by becoming a dual citizen of Mexico and the United States. On April 29, 2024, he announced via his social media that he had passed the US Citizenship Exam. He completed his Oath of Allegiance on June 18, 2024, making his dual citizenship official.

Daniel Suarez’s Family Background

Daniel Suarez was born to Alejandro Suarez and Rosaline Garza in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico. His father, Alejandro, is a businessman, while his mother Rosaline, was a constant support in Daniels's racing career. Suarez has three siblings, two brothers, Cindy Suarez and Alez Suarez, and one sister whose name is unknown. Suarez’s mother often accompanies him to the track where she can be seen supporting him from the grandstands.

Alejandro is the man behind Suarez’s career and still takes care of the management and important decisions for his son. He was the one who helped Suarez learn karting and got him his first go-kart at the age of 12. Suarez didn’t come from an extremely rich family thus, they had to manage funds for his racing. Suarez and his father often went scouting for worn-out tires for his kart races. Suarez revealed that he cultivated excellent tire management skills owing to his past experiences. His father often visits Suarez in Charlotte and the father and son duo spend quality time together while discussing his career.

Daniel Suarez’s Wife

Daniel Suarez is currently married to Juila Piquet. She is the daughter of the legendary three-time Formula 1 World Champion, Nelson Piquet. As of August 2024, Julia Piquet is 32 years old and was born on May 8, 1992. The couple have been dating since 2019. The couple then got engaged in 2022 while they were vacationing across Europe. The couple got married in July 2024 in Brazil.

Daniel Suarez’s Social Media

Daniel Suarez is active on social media, particularly Twitter and Instagram, keeping his fans updated on his racing career and offering glimpses into his life off the track. Daniel posts regularly about his personal life and day-to-day adventures alongside his racing. Daniel Suarez has nearly 2479 posts on his Instagram, followed by 173,000 people.

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Daniel Suarez’s Brand Ambassador

Daniel Suarez has indeed established himself as a prominent brand ambassador, representing several key brands:

• Chevrolet is a core part of his NASCAR career, Suarez is a key figure in promoting Chevrolet vehicles and technology.

• Telcel with his strong ties to Mexico and his early career in the NASCAR Mexico Series makes his endorsement of Telcel, a major Mexican telecommunications company.

• Arris, a technology company with a focus on telecommunications, Arris benefits from Suarez's influence in the racing world.

Daniel Suarez’s Career Stats

NASCAR Cup Series

• Races Run: 274 over 8 years

• Car No., Team: No. 99 (Trackhouse Racing)

• 2023 Position: 19th

• Best Finish: 10th (2022)

• First Race: 2017 Daytona 500 (Daytona)

• Last Race: 2024 Cook Out 400 (Richmond)

• First Win: 2022 Toyota/Save Mart 350 (Sonoma)

• Last Win: 2024 Ambetter Health 400 (Atlanta)

• Wins: 2

• Top Tens: 64

• Poles: 3

NASCAR Xfinity Series

• Races Run: 88 over 6 years

• Car No., Team: No. 14 (SS-Green Light Racing with Kaulig Racing), No. 36 (DGM Racing)

• 2023 Position: 89th

• Best Finish: 1st (2016)

• First Race: 2014 ToyotaCare 250 (Richmond)

• Last Race: 2023 Explore the Pocono Mountains 225 (Pocono)

• First Win: 2016 Menards 250 (Michigan)

• Last Win: 2016 Ford EcoBoost 300 (Homestead)

• Wins: 3

• Top Tens: 56

• Poles: 6

NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series

• Races Run: 28 over 4 years

• 2021 Position: 107th

• Best Finish: 81st (2016)

• First Race: 2014 Fred's 250 (Talladega)

• Last Race: 2021 Pinty's Truck Race on Dirt (Bristol Dirt)

• First Win: 2016 Lucas Oil 150 (Phoenix)

• Wins: 1

• Top Tens: 16

• Poles: 1

NASCAR Mexico Series

• Races Run: 76 over 6 years

• Car No., Team: No. 99 (Jimmy Morales)

• 2014 Position: 6th

• Best Finish: 2nd (2013)

• First Race: 2011 Regia 200 (Monterrey)

• Last Race: 2024 King Taco La Batalla en El Coliseo (LA Coliseum)

• First Win: 2012 Mexico Nocturna 200 (Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez)

• Last Win: 2024 King Taco La Batalla en El Coliseo (LA Coliseum)

• Wins: 11

• Top Tens: 39

• Poles: 13

Daniel Suarez’s NASCAR Records

• First Mexican-born driver to win in the NASCAR Cup Series

• First international champion in the NASCAR Xfinity Series (2016)

• 2016 NASCAR Xfinity Series Champion

• 2017 & 2022 NASCAR All-Star Race Open Winner

Daniel Suarez’s Race Wins/ Podium Finishes

NASCAR Cup Series

• Toyota/Save Mart 350 (2022) at Trackhouse Racing - 1st

• Ambetter Health 400 (2024) at Trackhouse Racing - 1st

NASCAR Xfinity Series

• Menards 250 (2016) at Joe Gibbs Racing - 1st

• Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (2016) at Joe Gibbs Racing - 1st

• Ford EcoBoost 300 (2016) at Joe Gibbs Racing - 1st

NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series

• Lucas Oil 150 (2016) at Kyle Busch Motorsports - 1st

NASCAR Mexico Series

• Mexico Nocturna 200 (2012) at Telcel Racing - 1st

• Gran Premio Corona (2012) at Telcel Racing - 1st

• Puebla 240 (2013) at Telcel Racing - 1st

• Monterrey 240 (2014) at Telcel Racing - 1st

• Guadalajara 240 (2014) at Telcel Racing - 1st

• 2015 Toyota Series Finale (2015) at Telcel Racing - 1st

• Cancun 240 (2016) at Telcel Racing - 1st

• Monterrey 240 (2017) at Telcel Racing - 1st

• Tijuana 240 (2018) at Telcel Racing - 1st

• Querétaro 240 (2022) at Telcel Racing - 1st

• King Taco La Batalla en El Coliseo (2024) at Telcel Racing - 1st

Daniel Suarez’s Contract

Current Contract

• Team: Trackhouse Racing

• Car No: 99

• Series: NASCAR Cup Series

• Contract Duration: The details of Suarez's current contract with Trackhouse Racing are not publicly disclosed, but he has been with the team since 2021.

Previous Contracts

Joe Gibbs Racing

• Role: Driver

• Car No.: 19

• Series: NASCAR Xfinity Series

• Duration: 2016

Stewart-Haas Racing

• Role: Driver

• Car No.: 41

• Series: NASCAR Cup Series

• Duration: 2019 season

Front Row Motorsports

• Role: Driver

• Car No.: 34

• Series: NASCAR Cup Series

• Duration:2020

Telcel Racing

• Role: Driver

• Car No.: 99

• Series: NASCAR Mexico Series

• Duration:2010-2017

Daniel Suarez’s Awards

• 2010 NASCAR Corona Series Rookie of the Year

• 2015 NASCAR Xfinity Series Rookie of the Year

Daniel Suarez’s House

As of August 2024, Daniel and his wife reside in a stately brick, four-bedroom home in the suburb of Huntersville, NC. Suarez purchased the two-story home in 2016 for an estimated $465,000, according to a Realtor.com article. The home was originally listed on the market for $515,000, meaning Suarez secured a $50,000 discount on the offer. The property includes a finished basement with a workshop area, as well as a three-car garage, which are desirable amenities for a gearhead like Suarez.

Daniel Suarez’s Cars

Daniel Suarez has driven several notable cars throughout his racing career, showcasing his versatility across various series. Some of the key cars associated with him include:

NASCAR Cup Series

• No. 99 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 (Trackhouse Racing)

• No. 41 Ford Mustang (Stewart-Haas Racing)

• No. 34 Ford Mustang (Front Row Motorsports)

NASCAR Xfinity Series

• No. 14 Chevrolet Camaro (SS-Green Light Racing with Kaulig Racing)

• No. 36 Chevrolet Camaro (DGM Racing)

NASCAR Mexico Series

• No. 99 Toyota (Telcel Racing)