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Skeptic Fans Remain Unsold on NASCAR’s Homestead Championship Move

NASCAR's Homestead Miami Championship return sparks mixed fan reactions about playoff format changes ahead.

NASCAR’s Newest Antagonist Mocks Himself Over Rockingham Chaos While Rocking the Intimidator

Amidst the chaotic events at Rockingham Speedway, fingers were pointed at Carson Hocevar's new truck - but the driver took it sportingly.
Rockingham Speedway

Is NASCAR Right to Rob Drivers in Broad Daylight? Has Next-Gen Become a Problem With Recent Penalties on Driver?

Here's how NASCAR post-race inspection is stealing drivers and fans' moment to celebrate a race win in the modern era.
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Former NASCAR Driver Mourns the Tragic Loss of the “Strongest Woman” in His Life

In a string of untoward losses in the NASCAR community, former driver Gray Gaulding's loved one also passed away recently.
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Is “Bought for Ride” Controversy a Sign of NASCAR’s Decline? When Will This Sponsor Backed Driver Pandemic End?

Is NASCAR losing its edge to sponsor-backed drivers? We dive into the pay driver controversy and what it means for the sport’s future
Katherine Legge

NASCAR Fans Voice Displeasure Despite Rockingham Speedway Celebrating First Sellout in 21 Years

Rockingham return was not only nostalgic but also controversial believed to be driven by old-school fans but still to be verified
Rockingham Speedway

‘Big One Strikes’: Rockingham Sweeps Multiple NASCAR Drivers as “Cautionham” Takes No Prisoners

Fans had anticipated Rockingham's return after so many years to be a revisit to a beautiful memory, but it turned into an awful wreckfest.
Rockingham Wreck

NASCAR Veteran Spills the Tea on Massive Corruption Behind Rockingham’s Severed Ties With NASCAR Amidst Return

Former NASCAR driver and a present commentator shares an interesting story behind NASCAR's fallout with the iconic Rockingham Speedway.
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Dale Jr.’s Disgraced NASCAR Driver Silences Xfinity Controversy With $100,000 Rockingham Redemption

After three weeks of enduring disrepute for Martinsville, Sammy Smith proved everyone that he is capable of a comeback - with a big prize.
CHARLOTTE, NC – MAY 29: Sammy Smith ( 18 Joe Gibbs Racing TMC Toyota) looks on prior to the running of the NASCAR, Motor

Rick Hendrick’s 22-Year-Old Prospect Faces Reality Check as Fans Split Over His Future

NASCAR fans rip into the lost charm of Rick Hendrick's 22-year-old star, who made headlines for his historic win a year ago
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Fans Console Heartbroken NASCAR Driver as Frustration Boil Over Mid Interview After Rockingham Fiasco

Canadian-American NASCAR racer receives a strong support from his fans as his latest crash left him doubt his potential.
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“I’m Oddly Cursed” – NASCAR’s Hollywood Liaison Reveals Gore Details From Rockingham as He Struggled to Save Face

Frankie Muniz battles brutal bad luck at Rockingham, revealing gnarly details as his NASCAR journey hits another rough patch.
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Toyota’s Forgotten Prospect Doesn’t Mince Words Over Rockingham’s Return to NASCAR

Toyota has invested heavily in one of its future stars, but he is still struggling to get the frequency of opportunities he deserves.
Corey Heim Truck

Bubba Wallace’s Mentee Takes Full Blame After Wrecking Party at Rockingham Catches Victims

Rajah Caruth takes full blame after triggering a wreck at Rockingham but rallies to a hard-fought fourth-place finish.
AVONDALE, AZ – NOVEMBER 08: Rajah Caruth ( 71 Spire Motorsports Hendrickscars.com Chevrolet) looks on before qualifying

Former NASCAR Driver Unbothered by Looming Health Concerns Amidst Awaited Return

Kasey Kahne shrugs off health concerns as he gears up for his long-awaited NASCAR return at Rockingham this weekend.
Kasey Kahne

Troubles Worsen for Demoted NASCAR Driver With Tyler Ankrum Going to Victory Lane After 6 Years

Tyler Ankrum snaps a 6-year winless streak as a demoted Chandler Smith faces more heartbreak on and off the track.

Rockingham Speedway Recalls Another NASCAR Veteran to Its Long-Awaited Return

This weekend, the Xfinity and Truck drivers head to a historic venue, and a veteran will race there for the first time in his NASCAR career.
Rockingham Speedway

NASCAR Rockingham Fan Guide – Tailgating, Camping, Cooler Policy, Parking & Prohibited Items

Here's everything that you need to know before heading to Rockingham Speedway for the upcoming Truck and Xfinity Series races.
Rockingham Speedway

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Confirms Stance on NASCAR’s Legacy Track Return, Making Peace With Haunting Memories of “The Rock”

NASCAR icon Dale Earnhardt Jr. reveals his journey from hating to respecting Rockingham as the historic track returns to NASCAR's schedule.
Dale Earnhardt Jr

2x Daytona 500 Champ Revisits Rockingham Struggles Amid NASCAR Drivers’ Unexpected Disclosure

A veteran racer takes a trip down memory lane to recall his struggles at Rockingham Speedway ahead of the track's long-awaited NASCAR return.
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The King and Son Reminisce Their Lost Blood as They Look Back at Rockingham Amidst Its NASCAR Return

Richard Petty and his son, Kyle, opened up about the intricacies of Rockingham Speedway, and particularly how tricky it was to get there!
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NASCAR’s Return to the Iconic Rockingham Cashes Out at Over $1,000,000 Along With the Dash for Cash

NASCAR heads back to Rockingham after 20 years with over $1M up for grabs, along with a 'Dash 4 Cash' bonus this weekend.
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NASCAR Rockingham Schedule: Entry List, Practice, Qualifying, Purse, Tickets & Where to Watch

NASCAR returns to the Rockingham Speedway with Xfinity and Truck Series action after a decade-long absence.
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“It Would Affect Everything” – Kyle Larson’s Arrogance Could Ruin the Future of NASCAR Teams Claims Owner Dale Earnhardt Jr

After Kyle Larson's bold comments post-Bristol, Dale Earnhardt Jr sheds light on a concerning aspect of his ambitions.
Kyle Larson, Dale Earnhardt Jr

Kevin Harvick Backs Arrogant Kyle Larson Take With a Bold 4-Word Verdict

Kevin Harvick backs Kyle Larson’s bold Xfinity take, declaring that NASCAR’s future stars need Cup veterans to help them build an edge.
Kevin Harvick

Team Owner Dale Earnhardt Jr. Openly Challenges NASCAR Champion Kyle Larson After Controversial Comments

After hearing Kyle Larson's sly comments about Denny Hamlin at Bristol, Dale Earnhardt Jr gets fired up for more.
Kyle Larson and Dale Earnhardt Jr

About NASCAR Truck Series

NASCAR Truck Series Standings, Schedule, Championship 2021, Results

History

The NASCAR truck series or NASCAR Camping Truck Series is a pickup truck racing arrangement. It is the main arrangement in all of NASCAR to race pickup trucks. The arrangement, which kicked off in 1995, is one of three public divisions of NASCAR.

It is positioned at the third level, behind the second level NASCAR Xfinity Series and the top-level NASCAR Cup Series.

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Sponsors

The arrangement was called the NASCAR SuperTruck Series in 1995. After the first year, it was renamed as the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series from 1996 through 2008.

From 2009 through 2018, it was called the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series and the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series in 2019. From this season, it is be called the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series.

Top Drivers

  1. Kyle Busch - Kyle has participated in 155 Truck Series Races in 18 seasons. He has won 59 Truck Series Races.
  2. Ron Hornaday Jr. - Ron is a Truck Series veteran. He has won 4 Truck Series Championships and has won 51 races.
  3. Jack Sprague - Jack has won 3 Truck Series Championships. He has won 28 Truck Races.

Best Truck Series Moments

Trucks used in NASCAR

Presently, the Truck Series utilizes the Chevrolet Silverado, Ford F-150, and Toyota Tundra.

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The vehicles are fueled by 6.0-liter, V8 engines, with carburetors. Engines are 650-700bhp powered and can reach speeds up to 180mph.

Points System

Eight drivers qualify for the postseason races. Success in the initial 16 races is the prerequisite to qualify for the postseason format. However, only full-time drivers are eligible for a playoff berth. After the sixteenth race of the season, the eight-driver field is set for the playoffs, any and all remaining spots are filled by drivers with the highest number of points without a win.

Playoffs

The playoffs consist of seven races and are divided into three parts - Round of 8, Round of 6, and Championship 4.

Round of 8 and Round of 6 are elimination rounds where 2 drivers are eliminated and four drivers fight for the championship in the final race.

2020 Season

The regular season finished with the ToyotaCare 250 at Richmond Raceway on September 10. The playoffs finished with the Lucas Oil 150 at Phoenix Raceway on November 6, where Sheldon Creed won the title, and his partners Zane Smith and Brett Moffitt finished in second and third position for GMS Racing in the standings.

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Austin Hill won the regular-season title and was the points leader for the vast majority of the period, however, failed to progress to Championship 4 and completed sixth in the standings.

2021 Season

The 2021 season is the 27th season of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series. The season will start at Daytona International Speedway with the NextEra Energy 250 on February 12 and will end with the Lucas Oil 150 at Phoenix Raceway on November 5.

CategoryStock Cars, Pickup Truck Racing
CountryUnited States of America
Inaugural season1995
Last 5 years winners·         2020- Sheldon Creed

·         2019- Matt Crafton

·         2018- Brett Moffitt

·         2017- Christopher Bell

·         2016- Johnny Sauter

Current leaderNA
Where to watchNBCSN, Fox Sports, RDS, Sportitalia, Sport TV
Top VenuesDaytona, Charlotte, Bristol, Talladega