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Toyota Signs 13-Year-Old Keelan Harvick to Long-Term Deal

Toyota Racing Development has signed 13-year-old Keelan Harvick to a long-term contract, marking the third-generation driver's commitment to NASCAR.

Keelan Harvick, the son of 2014 Cup Series champion Kevin Harvick, signed with Toyota Racing Development on Monday. The deal aims to prepare the third-generation driver for a future in the Cup Series, with plans to compete in dozens of late model races this year driving the No. 62 Toyota Camry.

Keelan, who previously considered a career in Europe, shifted his focus to American motorsports after a karting event incident involving Charles Leclerc. Kevin Harvick supports the move, citing Toyota's development philosophy as a key factor in the decision.