Viking Motorsports Announces Key Partnerships With Dude Wipes and Funkaway For 2026 Season

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (January 9, 2026) — Viking Motorsports (VMS) announced today two major partnerships that will anchor the team’s expansion to a two-car operation in the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series. DUDE Wipes will continue its long-standing relationship with Anthony Alfredo on the No. 96 Chevrolet, while FUNKAWAY extends its partnership with Parker Retzlaff on the No. 99 Chevrolet.

Both partners will serve as the primary sponsors for their respective drivers to kick off the 2026 season at Daytona International Speedway for the United Rentals 300 on February 14, 2026.

DUDE Wipes, the flushable wipes brand that has become a staple in NASCAR, returns to support Alfredo for a seventh consecutive season. The partnership, which began in 2020, has evolved into one of the most recognizable driver-sponsor combinations in the garage. For the 2026 campaign, DUDE Wipes will serve as the primary partner on the No. 96 Chevrolet for over 10 races.

“We have built something truly special with Anthony over the last seven years, and it’s been incredible to watch him grow as a driver while our brand has grown alongside him,” said Ryan Meegan, Co-Founder and CMO of DUDE Wipes. “Viking Motorsports is building a serious program, and we are thrilled to be part of this next chapter with Anthony and the No. 96 team. We can't wait to get down to Daytona and keep the momentum rolling.”

FUNKAWAY, the extreme odor eliminator brand, returns for its fifth year partnering with Parker Retzlaff. Since first joining forces with Retzlaff in 2022, FUNKAWAY has supported the young driver's rise through the NASCAR ranks. FUNKAWAY will be featured on the No. 99 Chevrolet for multiple races throughout the 2026 season.

“Parker has been a fantastic ambassador for FUNKAWAY since day one, and it is exciting to see him take this next step with Viking Motorsports,” said Kyle Bolke, President of FUNKAWAY. “Our partnership has always been about performance and reliability—values that Parker demonstrates every time he gets behind the wheel. We are proud to be on the No. 99 car at Daytona to start our fifth season together.”

The announcement solidifies Viking Motorsports' commercial foundation as it fields two full-time entries in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series.

“We are incredibly excited to welcome DUDE Wipes and FUNKAWAY to the Viking Motorsports family,” said Jeremy Lange, General Manager of Viking Motorsports. “To have two partners with such deep roots in NASCAR and long-standing loyalty to Anthony and Parker speaks volumes about the character of our drivers and the potential of our program. We are honored to carry these brands on track and look forward to a successful season ahead.”

Viking Motorsports looks forward to sharing future partnership announcements in the coming weeks.

About Viking Motorsports Founded in 2024 and based in Mooresville, North Carolina, Viking Motorsports competes full-time in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series. Built on a foundation of performance, innovation, and relentless determination, the team is focused on delivering top-tier performance through precision engineering, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence. With a fearless spirit and a drive to excel, Viking Motorsports continues to forge its legacy in one of motorsport’s most demanding arenas — delivering results for its fans, partners, and team members. Forged to Race.

For more information, please visit www.vikingmotorsports.racing and follow @VKNGMotorsports across social media platforms.

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