Isabella Robusto will drive for 2-time ARCA Series Champion’s in the upcoming season
Venturini Motorsports has officially announced Isabella Robusto as their full-time driver for the entire 2025 ARCA Menards Series season. Robusto, a Toyota Development Driver is set to maneuver the No. 55 Toyota Camry.
The news was confirmed through an official press release by Venturini Motorsports on December 20, 2024, via ARCA Racing's website as well as a tweet by ARCA Menarde Series on Twitter.
Isabella Robusto had an impressive form in the 2024 season when she was a part-time participant across ARCA's Menards Series. She also entered East and West platforms winning five top-five finishes, eight top-ten results and three runner-up finishes, in 11 starts. The 20-year-old also took pole position at Kansas Speedway, this was her first-ever speedway race. Seen as one of ARCA's rising stars, she became the perfect choice for a full-time seat in 2025.
Venturini Motorsports has a rich history with 107 all-time victories, they also hold a strong partnership with Toyota Racing Development, making this collaboration ideal for drivers who aim to compete in NASCAR's top tiers.
“I feel confident going into the season and will set some big goals for myself”- Isabella Robusto.
Robusto spoke on becoming a full-time driver for Venturini Motorsports, stating that she felt confident entering the 2025 season. The 20-year-old also said that she would set some big goals for herself and that she was proud to be a part of Venturini Motorsports' history.
“I feel confident going into the season and will set some big goals for myself; I’m here to learn but also compete for the title and challenge for the win each time out. Knowing I have a chance to become the first female to win at this level is also exciting and on my mind. There’s a lot of history with VMS and the ARCA Series and I’m proud to be a part of it," Robusto said, as quoted by ARCA Menards' official website.
She also credited Toyota and Venturini Motorsports for their support in helping her advance her career. Earlier in her career, Isabella Robusto has consistently proven her racing potential through consistent performances in various competitions. She made her mark in the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series, winning multiple top-five and top-ten finishes.
Trent Rodriguez, the manager of driver development at TRD U.S.A. said Isabella Robusto's progress in 2024 had potential. He talked about her success on the simulator and her preparation at Toyota Performance Center and further went on to say how these are the factors that will enable them to succeed in 2025.
"She has proven herself in her limited ARCA starts this past season and has worked hard behind the scenes on the simulator and at the Toyota Performance Center to prepare herself for this next opportunity. Everyone at TRD is confident this next step will help Isabella continue her growth and allow her to showcase her talent on a consistent basis in 2025," Rodriguez said.
Venturini Motorsports produced some fine performances during the 2024 season, with Kris Wright finishing third while Toni Breidinger came fourth.