During the qualifying session at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, there was a bit of a hairy moment. The track was already in hot water because of a number of issues with the kerbs. However, things escalated to a whole new level when Corey LaJoie got shocked by an unexpected companion during his lap. The Spire Motorsports driver was alone on the track in the closing moments of qualifying. Unfortunately, he was not as alone as he thought. He stumbled upon a stray safety truck that happened to be on the track as he was completing his lap. Luckily, there was no mishap and LaJoie overtook the truck without much trouble. WHY WAS THE TRUCK PRESENT WHEN COREY LAJOIE WAS ON THE TRACK? As per protocol, the officials only deploy the safety truck onto the track between qualifying rounds. Its primary purpose is to ensure that there is no debris lying around on the track. Unfortunately, there was likely a mix up at Indianapolis [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nascar/indianapolis-motor-speedway/] that led to the truck coming on too early. WATCH THIS STORY: Pokémon Go Tips and Tricks to Become A Master [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/pokemon-go-tips-and-tricks-to-become-a-master-news-esports/]. Corey LaJoie during the NASCAR Cup Series [https://www.staging.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1209386975.jpg]FONTANA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 28: Corey LaJoie, driver of the #32 Pala Casino Ford, prepares for practice at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, California. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images) When he spoke about the incident, LaJoie said [https://twitter.com/bobpockrass/status/1426913429844004870], “There was a bit of miscommunication. The lap might have been a touch better, but not enough to make substantial gain. They messed up, but we’ll go racing in two hours and have some fun. My original thought was that I didn’t make it to the line in time for the lap and the whole lap is red. Then I remembered they told me I made it barely, so when I saw the truck I knew I ought to finish the lap.” According to Corey LaJoie, the truck was not in a great spot when he encountered it. It is worth mentioning, however, that the truck’s presence did not affect his lap. Especially since he did not get any draft off of it. READ MORE: Corey LaJoie Teams up with Country Music Duo to Unveil New Car Livery [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nascar-news-corey-lajoie-teams-up-with-country-music-duo-to-unveil-new-car-livery/] 

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<h2>Indianapolis Motor Speedway - 2021 Latest News, Winners, Qualifying, Track</h2>
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is a car racing circuit situated in Speedway, Indiana (a territory suburb of Indianapolis) in the United States. It is the home of the Indianapolis 500 and the Brickyard 400, and previously, the United States Grand Prix.

Situated at the intersection of sixteenth Street and Georgetown Road, roughly six miles (10 km) west of Downtown Indianapolis, it is the biggest sporting venue on the planet.

In August 1994, the Brickyard 400 for the NASCAR Winston Cup Series made its presentation, and at that point, included the biggest group and biggest money handbag in NASCAR history. From 1998 to 2003, an IROC occasion was held as a help race.

Since 2012, the Brickyard 400 has been upheld by the Pennzoil 150 of the NASCAR Xfinity Series; in 2020, the race was moved to the infield street course.

Referred to for a period as Kroger Super Weekend, it likewise recently facilitated the Brickyard Grand Prix for the TUDOR United Sports Car Championship on the infield street course.
<h2>History</h2>
Developed in 1909, it is the second purpose-built, banked oval dashing circuit after Brooklands and the first to be known as a 'speedway,' It is the third-oldest permanent vehicle race track on the planet, behind Brooklands and the Milwaukee Mile. With a perpetual seating limit of 257,325, it is the highest-capacity sports venue in the world.

Considered relatively flat by American standards, the track is a 2.5-mile-long (4.0 km) rectangular oval with measurements that have remained basically unaltered since its development.

It has two 5?8-mile-long (1,000 m) straightaways, four mathematically indistinguishable 1?4-mile (400 m) turns, connected by two 1?8-mile (200 m) short straightaways, named "short chutes," between turns 1 and 2, and between turns 3 and 4.

Notwithstanding the Indianapolis 500, the speedway additionally has NASCAR's Brickyard 400 and Pennzoil 150. From 2000 to 2007, the speedway facilitated the Formula One United States Grand Prix, and from 2008 to 2015, the Moto GP.

On the grounds of the speedway is the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, which opened in 1956 and houses the Hall of Fame. The exhibition hall moved into its present structure situated in the infield in 1976. Also on the grounds is the Brickyard Crossing Golf Resort, which initially opened as the Speedway Golf Course in 1929.

On November 4, 2019, Hulman and Company reported the offer of its organization, including the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the IndyCar Series and related ventures to Penske Corporation, claimed by Roger Penske.

From 1919 to 1993, the Indianapolis 500 was the lone authorized race held at the Speedway. At the point when Tony George (Hulman's grandson) acquired the track, he led a push to carry additional dashing occasions to the track.
<h2>Quick Facts</h2>
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<td width="301">Location</td>
<td width="301">Speedway, Indiana</td>
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<td width="301">Operator</td>
<td width="301">IMS, LLC (subsidiary of Penske Entertainment Group.)</td>
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<td width="301">Major Events</td>
<td width="301"><strong>IndyCar Series</strong>

Indianapolis 500

GMR Grand Prix

<strong>NASCAR Cup Series</strong>

Brickyard 400

<strong>NASCAR Xfinity Series</strong>

Pennzoil 150</td>
</tr>
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<td width="301">Length</td>
<td width="301">2.500 mi (4.023 km)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA &#8211; SEPTEMBER 08: Ryan Newman, driver of the #6 Acorns Ford, Kyle Larson, driver of the #42 McDonald&#8217;s Chevrolet, Joey Logano, driver of the #22 Shell Pennzoil Ford, and Denny Hamlin, driver of the #11 FedEx Express Toyota, pose for a photo with the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series trophy to start the playoffs following the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Big Machine Vodka 400 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on September 08, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Brian Lawdermilk/Getty Images) Indianapolis Motor Speedway &#8211; 2021 Latest News, Winners, Qualifying, Track The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is a car racing circuit situated in Speedway, Indiana (a territory suburb of Indianapolis) in the United States. It is the home of the Indianapolis 500 and the Brickyard 400, and previously, the United States Grand Prix. Situated at the intersection of sixteenth Street and Georgetown Road, roughly six miles (10 km) west of Downtown Indianapolis, it is the biggest sporting venue on the planet. In August 1994, the Brickyard 400 for the NASCAR Winston Cup Series made its presentation, and at that point, included the biggest group and biggest money handbag in NASCAR history. From 1998 to 2003, an IROC occasion was held as a help race. Since 2012, the Brickyard 400 has been upheld by the Pennzoil 150 of the NASCAR Xfinity Series; in 2020, the race was moved to the infield street course. Referred to for a period as Kroger Super Weekend, it likewise recently facilitated the Brickyard Grand Prix for the TUDOR United Sports Car Championship on the infield street course. History Developed in 1909, it is the second purpose-built, banked oval dashing circuit after Brooklands and the first to be known as a &#8216;speedway,&#8217; It is the third-oldest permanent vehicle race track on the planet, behind Brooklands and the Milwaukee Mile. With a perpetual seating limit of 257,325, it is the highest-capacity sports venue in the world. Considered relatively flat by American standards, the track is a 2.5-mile-long (4.0 km) rectangular oval with measurements that have remained basically unaltered since its development. It has two 5?8-mile-long (1,000 m) straightaways, four mathematically indistinguishable 1?4-mile (400 m) turns, connected by two 1?8-mile (200 m) short straightaways, named &#8220;short chutes,&#8221; between turns 1 and 2, and between turns 3 and 4. Notwithstanding the Indianapolis 500, the speedway additionally has NASCAR&#8217;s Brickyard 400 and Pennzoil 150. From 2000 to 2007, the speedway facilitated the Formula One United States Grand Prix, and from 2008 to 2015, the Moto GP. On the grounds of the speedway is the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, which opened in 1956 and houses the Hall of Fame. The exhibition hall moved into its present structure situated in the infield in 1976. Also on the grounds is the Brickyard Crossing Golf Resort, which initially opened as the Speedway Golf Course in 1929. On November 4, 2019, Hulman and Company reported the offer of its organization, including the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the IndyCar Series and related ventures to Penske Corporation, claimed by Roger Penske. From 1919 to 1993, the Indianapolis 500 was the lone authorized race held at the Speedway. At the point when Tony George (Hulman&#8217;s grandson) acquired the track, he led a push to carry additional dashing occasions to the track. Quick Facts  Location Speedway, Indiana  Operator IMS, LLC (subsidiary of Penske Entertainment Group.)  Major Events IndyCar Series Indianapolis 500 GMR Grand Prix NASCAR Cup Series Brickyard 400 NASCAR Xfinity Series Pennzoil 150  Length 2.500 mi (4.023 km)

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<h1 style="text-align: center"><b>NASCAR Cup Series: Origin, Teams and More</b></h1>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>What is the NASCAR Cup Series?</strong></h2>
NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing) is the authorizing body for stock-vehicle racing in North America. It was established in 1948 in Daytona Beach, Florida. Currently, the organization fields four types of tracks: Intermediate tracks, Superspeedways, Short Tracks and Road Courses.

[caption id="attachment_2675743" align="alignnone" width="5162"]<img class="wp-image-2675743 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-02-20T005209Z_1919194866_MT1USATODAY22564783_RTRMADP_3_NASCAR-DAYTONA-500.jpg" alt="NASCAR" width="5162" height="3322" /> Feb 19, 2024; Daytona Beach, Florida, USA; NASCAR Cup Series drivers Corey LaJoie (7), Kyle Busch (8) and A.J. Allmendinger (16) race three wide for the lead during the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Origin</strong></h2>
The first-ever NASCAR race was held at Charlotte Fairgrounds Speedway on June 19, 1949 and Christian David "Jim" Roper was the victor after racer Glen Dunaway was disqualified for making illegal adjustments to his car.
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">On this day in 1949, NASCAR held its first-ever "Strictly Stock" race.</p>
Thirty-three drivers raced at Charlotte Speedway, six of which were future NASCAR Hall of Famers. Jim Roper was declared the winner following a disqualification to Glenn Dunaway. <a href="https://t.co/yBUDRcRxVo">pic.twitter.com/yBUDRcRxVo</a>

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Why is it named Cup Series? </strong></h2>
The NASCAR Cup Series is the pinnacle of the racing arrangement in the NASCAR classification. The arrangement started in 1949 and was called the Strictly Stock Division. The series was subsequently known as the Grand National Division from 1950 to 1970.

Then, in 1971, it started renting its naming rights to the R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company and was alluded to as the NASCAR Winston Cup Series till 2003. From the next year onwards, the series came to be known as the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series till 2007 after a partnership with Nextel.

Sprint obtained Nextel in 2005 and 2008 saw the arrangement being renamed as the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. Sprint remained the sponsor of the NASCAR Cup from 2008 to 2016. It was reported in December 2016 that Monster Energy would be the sponsor; therefore, the arrangement was renamed the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series from 2017 to 2019.

However, after decades of name changes, in 2017, the organization finally decided to shed off its old image and simply be named as the NASCAR Cup Series, with series sponsors being called 'Premier Partners'.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>What is the format of the Cup Series?</strong></h2>
The NASCAR points system has been a complicated affair to say the least. Over the years, the organization has tried several iterations, namely the Latford system, the Chase and the current elimination playoffs format among others, to discern one that would be fair to each driver.

While the earlier system saw drivers being awarded points on the basis of prize money in a particular race, in 1972 a new format was introduced. This time the points were awarded on the basis of laps completed. However, even that came with its own flaws and just two years later, in 1974, the organization introduced point calculation based on a mathematical formula. However, given the complexity of the equation, Bill France Jr, the former CEO of NASCAR decided to step in and call upon his close friend Bob Latford, to come up with an efficient way, which later came to be known as Boot Hill Format or the Latford Model.

With equal points awarded in all races, as New York Times aptly put it: <em>"Mr. Latford set up his points scale to reward consistency rather than flashes of brilliance, and drivers seem to like it that way."</em>

This system was perhaps the longest-running one during that time, being replaced in 2003, by The Chase format. Currently, the NASCAR Cup Series operates on the Playoff Format. The schedule consists of 31 oval races, 4 road course races, one street track race, and 4 non-championship races to be held on ovals. This also includes 16 playoff races, with four elimination rounds, namely, Round of 16, Round of 12, Round of 4 and Championship 4.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Teams</strong></h2>
As of 2024, the NASCAR Cup Series has 16 full-time teams participating and three manufacturers, namely Toyota, Chevrolet and Ford. As for the team with the most number of victories and championship, Hendrick Motorsports has has an undebatable upper hand, with 305 Cup Series wins and 14 drivers championships.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Venue</strong></h2>
The first championship race was reportedly held at Martinsville Speedway, a half-mile oval, on October 16, 1949. Currently, the final race of a Cup season is held at the Phoenix Raceway, which is a one-mile, low-banked tri-oval race track located in Avondale, Arizona, near Phoenix.

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Championship</strong></h2>
The NASCAR Cup Series hosts three different championship under one name: The Driver's Championship, the Owner's Championship and the Manufacturer's Championship. The driver's championship as the name suggests is the award given to the driver that has emerged as the winner at the end of a season. On the other hand, the Owner's Championship aims to reward the team at the top of the points standings. The driver with the most championship wins are Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt and Jimmie Johnson. Additionally, Rick Hendrick-owned Hendrick Motorsports has won a record-breaking 14 championships till date.

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On a similar note, the Manufacturer's Championship sees Original Equipment Manufacturers(OEMs) being awarded a championship based on how races their cars managed to dominate and the points accumulated. In this regard, US-based manufacturer Chevrolet has racked up the most Cup Series wins at 42, followed by Ford at 17, and Toyota at 3.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Track Types</strong></h2>
As mentioned earlier, the NASCAR Cup series organizes its races on four different types of tracks, namely, Intermediate tracks, Superspeedways, Short Tracks and Road Courses.

When it comes to Intermediate tracks, it simply means <em>"any track greater than one mile in length, with the exception of both Daytona and Talladega" </em>according to the official NASCAR website and currently the Cup Series drivers compete on the following Intermediate tracks/Speedways :
<ul>
 	<li>Atlanta Motor Speedway (1.540-mile, Quad-Oval)</li>
 	<li>Charlotte Motor Speedway (1.500-mile Quad-Oval, including a 2.280 miles Road Course)</li>
 	<li>Darlington Raceway (1.366-mile, Egg-Shaped Oval)</li>
 	<li>Dover Motor Speedway (1.000-mile, Concrete Oval)</li>
 	<li>Homestead-Miami Speedway (1.500-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li>Kansas Speedway (1.500-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
 	<li>Las Vegas Motor Speedway (1.500-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
 	<li>Michigan International Speedway (2.000-mile, D-Shaped Oval)</li>
 	<li>Nashville Superspeedway (1.333-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
 	<li>New Hampshire Motor Speedway (1.058-mile, Paperclip Oval)</li>
 	<li>Phoenix Raceway (1.000-mile, Dogleg Oval)</li>
 	<li>Texas Motor Speedway (1.500-mile, Quad-Oval)</li>
 	<li>World Wide Technology Raceway (1.250-mile, Egg-Shaped Oval)</li>
</ul>
On the other hand, Superspeedways ae oval road courses of two miles or longer. Currently, the NASCAR Cup Series has the following Superspeedways:
<ul>
 	<li>Auto Club Speedway (2.000-mile, D-Shaped Oval; Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Chicagoland Speedway (1.500-mile, D-Shaped Oval; Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Daytona International Speedway (2.500-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
 	<li>Kentucky Speedway (1.500-mile, D-Shaped Oval)</li>
 	<li>Pocono Raceway (2.500-mile, Triangular Oval)</li>
 	<li>Talladega Superspeedway (2.660-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
</ul>
The short tracks (less than 1 mile in length) that are part of NASCAR are:
<ul>
 	<li>Bristol Motor Speedway (0.533-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li>Eldora Speedway (0.500-mile, Oval; Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Iowa Speedway (0.875-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li>Knoxville Raceway (0.500-mile, Oval</li>
 	<li>Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum)</li>
 	<li>Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park (0.686-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li>Martinsville Speedway (0.526-mile, Paperclip Oval)</li>
 	<li>Milwaukee Mile Speedway (1.015-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li>North Wilkesboro Speedway (0.625-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li>Richmond Raceway (0.750-mile, D-shaped Oval)</li>
</ul>
As for Road Courses, NASCAR makes use of the following race tracks:
<ul>
 	<li>Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (2.459-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Chicago Street Race (2.14 miles)</li>
 	<li>Circuit of the Americas (3.426-mile)</li>
 	<li>DAYTONA Road Course (4.170-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (2.400-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Portland International Raceway (1.967-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Road America(4.048-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Sebring Raceway (3.741 mi, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li>Sonoma Raceway (1.99-mile)</li>
 	<li>Watkins Glen International (2.45-mile)</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Crown Jewel Races</strong></h2>
While NASCAR has several racetracks that it competes on, there are a couple venues that are held in high regards. Currently there are four such venues/races, namely the Daytona 500 held at the Daytona International Speedway, the Coca-Cola 500 held at the Charlotte Motor Speedway , the Brickyard 400/Verizon 200 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the Southern 500 at the Darlington Raceway.

Till date, Hendrick Motorsports vice chairman and retired NASCAR driver Jeff Gordon has the most number of Crown Jewel race wins (21), followed by Legacy Motor Club team owner Jimmie Johnson (14) and retired NASCAR driver Bobby Allison (13).

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Cars</strong></h2>
NASCAR is an ever-evolving sport and till date, there have been several iterations of the cars used during races. If we go back to the very inception of the sport, the first kind of vehicle that was used used to be called Generation - 1 (1948-1966), followed by Generation - 2 (1967-1980) and Generation - 3 (1981-1991). Later the Generation - 4 (1992 to 2007) was introduced , and then Generation - 5 (2007 -2012) and Generation - 6 (2013-2021) came into play. And currently, NASCAR features the Generation - 7 car that is also known as the Next-Gen.

Anothe notable model was the Generation - 5. Dubbed as the<em> "Car of Tomorrow"</em>, this model featured flaunted prominent front splitters under the bumpers and larger rear wings. Apart from that, according to NASCAR, the car also had <em>"significant safety advancements and a return to symmetrical bodies". </em>

[caption id="attachment_2651610" align="alignnone" width="3461"]<img class="wp-image-2651610 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-02-16T030626Z_974940649_MT1USATODAY22533198_RTRMADP_3_NASCAR-BLUEGREEN-VACATIONS-DUEL-1-AT-DAYTONA.jpg" alt="" width="3461" height="2307" /> Feb 15, 2024; Daytona Beach, Florida, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Martin Truex Jr. (19) during the Bluegreen Vacations Duel 1 at Daytona International Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series debut at the Street Course</strong></h2>
The NASCAR Cup Series has come a long way since its initial days. The organization has always been open to developments and one of the most exciting ones came in 2023,when the tourney made its Street Course debut at Chicago.

In a bid to turn make the schedule even more exciting, NASCAR officials were reportedly in talks with Chicago authorities for a number of years, with one attempt of a Chicago street race even dating back to the 1980s. However, owing to political pressure, that plan failed to materialize. Now, fast forward to four decades later and authorities were finally geared up to host an exciting, first-of-its-kind race in downtown Chicago.

[caption id="attachment_1911252" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1911252 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-07-03T052154Z_1117738559_MT1USATODAY20983749_RTRMADP_3_NASCAR-GRANT-PARK-220.jpg" alt="NASCAR" width="1920" height="1280" /> Jul 2, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; A general view as cars race along Grant Park during the Grant Park 220 of the Chicago Street Race viewed from the NEMA Chicago buliding. Mandatory Credit: Jon Durr-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Designed by race simulation video game developer iRacing, the race aimed to showcase the city's major landmarks such as the Buckingham Fountain, the Grant Park and the Soldier Field Stadium, among others.

The first iteration of the race came in July of 2023, with New Zealand born driver Shane van Gisbergen clinching victory in his first-ever NASCAR race. If that's not iconic, what is?

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<td style="width: 237.884%;height: 24px">NASCAR Cup Series</td>
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<td style="width: 42.239%;height: 24px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Place of Origin</span></td>
<td style="width: 237.884%;height: 24px">Charlotte Fairgrounds Speedway</td>
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<td style="width: 42.239%;height: 24px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Year of Origin</span></td>
<td style="width: 237.884%;height: 24px">1949</td>
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<td style="width: 42.239%;height: 24px"><span style="font-weight: 400">First Race</span></td>
<td style="width: 237.884%;height: 24px">NASCAR "Strictly Stock" Race, Charlotte Fairgrounds Speedway</td>
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<td style="width: 237.884%;height: 24px">NASCAR Cup Series Spring Race at Martinsville Speedway, 2024</td>
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<td style="width: 42.239%;height: 24px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Crown Jewel Race</span></td>
<td style="width: 237.884%;height: 24px"><span style="font-weight: 400">Daytona 500, Coca Cola 600, Brickyard 400/ Verizon 200, Southern 500</span></td>
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<td style="width: 237.884%;height: 24px">Richard Petty (7), Dale Earnhardt (7) and Jimmie Johnson(7)</td>
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<td style="width: 237.884%;height: 24px">Red Byron</td>
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<td style="width: 237.884%;height: 24px">Ryan Blaney (2023)</td>
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[caption id="attachment_467488" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-467488" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1134134848.jpg" alt="Corey LaJoie" width="1920" height="1278" /> FORT WORTH, TX - MARCH 31: Corey LaJoie, driver of the #32 PROSPR Ford, is introduced prior to the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 at Texas Motor Speedway on March 31, 2019 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)[/caption]
<h3>Corey LaJoie: 2021 Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h3>
Corey LaJoie is a professional NASCAR racer. Subsequently, he is the son of Randy LaJoie, the two-time NASCAR Busch Series.

He was also a development driver for Richard Petty Motorsports earlier. As per certain controversies, he had to go through a suspension period. Further, in the suspension period, he was into sensitivity training.
<h3>Corey LaJoie: Stats and Championship</h3>
Corey LaJoie commenced his racing career in motorsports in 1996. However, he got himself enlisted in kart racing. Further, he bagged 19 titles for Asphalt and the Dirt tracks.

Following that, in 2003 he won 12 times at the INEX Bandolero Series. He further won the Summer Shootout Championship. In 2006, he triumphed over 10 races at the Aaron's Pro Challenge Series.

He participated in the UARA-Stars Late Model Touring Series from 2007 to 2009. Further, he earned the victory in one race and 1o top ten rankings.

His debut year in NASCAR was in 2009. At the NASCAR Gander RV &amp; Outdoors Truck Series, LaJoie competed in 2 races over 1 year. Further, he bagged no victories and no pole position. However, he earned 1 top ten finish.

At the NASCAR Xfinity Series, he competed in 22 races in the course of 4 years. Further, he did not achieve any podium or pole positions. However, he scored 2 top-ten finishes.

At the NASCAR Cup Series over 5 years, he competed in 129 races.? However, he witnessed no victories in the course. Further, he achieved no pole positions too. However, he earned 3 top ten ranks recording his best finish in 2019, ranking 29th.
<h3>Corey LaJoie: 2021 Net Worth</h3>
According to <a href="https://celebvogue.com/corey-lajoie/#:~:text=Corey%20Lajoie%20is%20a%20Race,age%20of%2027%20years%20old.">internet sources</a>, he has a net worth of approximately $1-$5 million. However, his salary is under review.
<h3>Corey LaJoie: Personal Life</h3>
LaJoie was born on September 25, 1991, in Charlotte, North Carolina. His father is Randy LaJoie, a former NASCAR racer. Subsequently, his father was the NASCAR Busch Series Champion twice.

He follows Christianity. Further, he tied the knots with Kelly and gave birth to their child this year. The couple named their first child Levi Ronnie Lajoie.
<h3>Corey LaJoie: Charity and Foundations</h3>
Corey LaJoie is extremely active in the realm of philanthropy. He helped charities by raising funds and getting sponsors for them. Further, he himself donates much of his earnings too.

He helped <a href="https://www.samaritansfeet.org/">SamaritansFeet.org</a> raise funds worth $240,000. In 2019, Corey was adjudged the NMPA's distinguished Spirit Award. He received it for his extreme efforts to help the needy.
<h3>How to Contact Corey LaJoie?</h3>
Corey is active on various social media platforms. He has profiles on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/coreylajoie/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://mobile.twitter.com/CoreyLaJoie">Twitter</a>, and also has a<a href="https://m.facebook.com/coreylajoieracing/about/?ref=page_internal&amp;mt_nav=0"> Facebook</a> page. Further, he has an Official <a href="https://coreylajoieracing.com/about/#:~:text=While%20the%20year%202020%20proved,first%20child%2C%20Levi%20Ronnie%20LaJoie">website</a> too, to keep the people updated with news about him. His followers can reach him through his official <a href="leeann@coreylajoieracing.com">email</a> id too.
<h3>Corey LaJoie: Quick Facts</h3>
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<td width="301">AGE</td>
<td width="301">29</td>
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<td width="301">DATE OF BIRTH</td>
<td width="301">September 25, 1991</td>
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<td width="301">NATIONALITY</td>
<td width="301">American</td>
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<td width="301">ETHNICITY</td>
<td width="301">White</td>
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<td width="301">HEIGHT</td>
<td width="301">6?1??</td>
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<td width="301">Married</td>
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<td width="301">SPOUSE</td>
<td width="301">Kelly</td>
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<td width="301">KIDS</td>
<td width="301">1 Levi Ronnie LaJoie</td>
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<td width="301">RESIDENCE</td>
<td width="301">Concord, North Carolina, US</td>
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Corey LaJoie

FORT WORTH, TX &#8211; MARCH 31: Corey LaJoie, driver of the #32 PROSPR Ford, is introduced prior to the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series O&#8217;Reilly Auto Parts 500 at Texas Motor Speedway on March 31, 2019 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) Corey LaJoie: 2021 Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Corey LaJoie is a professional NASCAR racer. Subsequently, he is the son of Randy LaJoie, the two-time NASCAR Busch Series. He was also a development driver for Richard Petty Motorsports earlier. As per certain controversies, he had to go through a suspension period. Further, in the suspension period, he was into sensitivity training. Corey LaJoie: Stats and Championship Corey LaJoie commenced his racing career in motorsports in 1996. However, he got himself enlisted in kart racing. Further, he bagged 19 titles for Asphalt and the Dirt tracks. Following that, in 2003 he won 12 times at the INEX Bandolero Series. He further won the Summer Shootout Championship. In 2006, he triumphed over 10 races at the Aaron&#8217;s Pro Challenge Series. He participated in the UARA-Stars Late Model Touring Series from 2007 to 2009. Further, he earned the victory in one race and 1o top ten rankings. His debut year in NASCAR was in 2009. At the NASCAR Gander RV &amp; Outdoors Truck Series, LaJoie competed in 2 races over 1 year. Further, he bagged no victories and no pole position. However, he earned 1 top ten finish. At the NASCAR Xfinity Series, he competed in 22 races in the course of 4 years. Further, he did not achieve any podium or pole positions. However, he scored 2 top-ten finishes. At the NASCAR Cup Series over 5 years, he competed in 129 races.? However, he witnessed no victories in the course. Further, he achieved no pole positions too. However, he earned 3 top ten ranks recording his best finish in 2019, ranking 29th. Corey LaJoie: 2021 Net Worth According to internet sources, he has a net worth of approximately $1-$5 million. However, his salary is under review. Corey LaJoie: Personal Life LaJoie was born on September 25, 1991, in Charlotte, North Carolina. His father is Randy LaJoie, a former NASCAR racer. Subsequently, his father was the NASCAR Busch Series Champion twice. He follows Christianity. Further, he tied the knots with Kelly and gave birth to their child this year. The couple named their first child Levi Ronnie Lajoie. Corey LaJoie: Charity and Foundations Corey LaJoie is extremely active in the realm of philanthropy. He helped charities by raising funds and getting sponsors for them. Further, he himself donates much of his earnings too. He helped SamaritansFeet.org raise funds worth $240,000. In 2019, Corey was adjudged the NMPA&#8217;s distinguished Spirit Award. He received it for his extreme efforts to help the needy. How to Contact Corey LaJoie? Corey is active on various social media platforms. He has profiles on Instagram, Twitter, and also has a Facebook page. Further, he has an Official website too, to keep the people updated with news about him. His followers can reach him through his official email id too. Corey LaJoie: Quick Facts  AGE 29  DATE OF BIRTH September 25, 1991  NATIONALITY American  ETHNICITY White  HEIGHT 6?1??  MARITAL STATUS Married  SPOUSE Kelly  KIDS 1 Levi Ronnie LaJoie  RESIDENCE Concord, North Carolina, US

WATCH: Corey LaJoie Gets a Big Shock on Seeing a NASCAR Truck on Race Track

Why was the truck present when Corey LaJoie was on the track?