Sponsorships are drag racing's lifeblood, and for Josh Hart, news comes that he will be living just fine in 2023.

In 2023, the second-year Top Fuel driver raced his way to a seventh-place finish in the NHRA's Camping World Drag Racing Series, and that proved to be the icing on the cake for R&L Carriers to extend the sponsorship. The partnership focuses on the dynamic business-to-business relationships and marketing opportunities for R+L Carriers, one of the nation's leaders in the freight-shipping industry. This marketing relationship will showcase the wide variety of business opportunities R+L Carriers provide their customers.

"We had an amazing season in 2022, racing across the country and speaking with thousands of fans about what a great company R+L Carriers is and the shipping opportunities available in a variety of areas," said Hart. "The company's family roots and customer service are excellent; they truly deliver. I trust R+L Carriers to transport my team and 11,000-horsepower race car to every race. I've met several hardworking drivers, dedicated support staff, and everyone in between. Now's the time to start shipping with one of the best freight transportation companies in America."

Last season, racing the full 22-race schedule for the first time, Hart raced to two final rounds, qualified for the NHRA Countdown playoffs, and finished in the Top Ten, well ahead of other established teams. During his rookie campaign in 2021, Hart won the first event of his career, the historic NHRA Gatornationals, as well as a playoff race during the Carolina Nationals in September. Hart has established himself as a rising star in the NHRA and a championship contender for the 2023 Top Fuel world title.