Gianmarco Ercoli extended his contract with Alumitec Racing – The Roman will again fight for the NASCAR Euro Series PRO title
- Gianmarco Ercoli extended his contract with Alumitec Racing for the 2026 NASCAR Euro Series PRO season to continue his pursuit of the championship
- Ercoli is a series legend, the first driver to secure both the OPEN and PRO titles
- The team counts on an engineering edge from Alumitec’s new technical headquarters and Ercoli’s analytical feedback
In the fast world of the NASCAR Euro Series, consistency is the fuel that drives a championship engine. If that’s the case, Gianmarco Ercoli has enough in the tank to power a fleet. The 2023 PRO Series Champion and perennial front-runner has officially put pen to paper, confirming his return to Alumitec Racing for the 2026 campaign.
Climbing into the cockpit of the #11 Ford, Ercoli isn’t just looking for another solid points finish. He’s looking to reclaim the throne he narrowly missed in 2025.
A Resume Built for the Hall of Fame
Ercoli isn’t just a driver; he’s a pioneer. He holds the unique distinction of being the first European NASCAR driver in history to capture titles in both the OPEN Division (2015) and the PRO Division (2023). His statistical footprint on the circuit is nothing short of legendary. Heading into the 2026 season, “Gimmy” sits comfortably in the upper echelon of the record books:
- Victories: 13 (Ranked 4th all-time)
- Podiums: 37 (Ranked 3rd all-time)
- Top-5s: 61 (Ranked 2nd all-time, trailing only Alon Day)
- Junior Trophy Wins: 18 (The undisputed king of the category)
In the 2025 season, Ercoli proved that a change in scenery didn’t mean a change in results. After moving to Alumitec Racing in 2025, he notched three wins – including a dominant weekend sweep at the historic Brands Hatch – to finish the year as the runner-up with 496 points.
The Powerhouse Partnership
The reunion between the Rome-born driver and Team Principal Alain Lord Mounir signifies a “factory-style” approach to the upcoming season. With Alumitec’s new technical headquarters near Paris, the team is shifting gears from a standard racing outfit to an elite engineering operation.
“Coming back to Alumitec feels like coming home,” Ercoli stated. “The infrastructure they’ve built near Paris is exactly what is required to fight for the 2026 title.”
COO Romain Iannetta emphasized that Ercoli’s value extends far beyond his heavy right foot. “Gianmarco’s analytical ability and his communication regarding tire and engine management provide us with an exceptional data foundation,” Iannetta noted. In a series where every adjustment to the setup can mean the difference between the checkered flag and a mid-pack finish, Ercoli’s feedback is gold.
The Road Ahead
The 2026 calendar will take the #11 team through the ultimate test of versatility, with stops at the curtain raiser in Valencia, a new venue in Le Castellet, the fan-favorite American SpeedFest at Brands Hatch, the regular season finale in Most, Ercoli’s home NASCAR GP in Vallelunga and the final showdown at Zolder.
For Ercoli, who spends his days off as a high-performance driving instructor, the goal is simple: eliminate the gap between second place and the trophy. Since 2021, Ercoli has never finished outside the top-3 in the final standings. In the world of racing, that’s not just luck – that’s a dynasty in the making.
Featured image by NASCAR Euro Series / Bart Dehaese
