NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series
Next Race: Ecosave 200
The Place: Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Track Length: 1.5 Mile Asphalt Oval
The Date: Friday, March 14
The Time: 9 p.m. ET
The Purse: $782,900
TV: FS1, 9 p.m. ET
Radio: NRN, SiriusXM NASCAR (Channel 90)
Distance: 201.0 miles (134 Laps); Stage 1 (Ends on Lap 30),
Stage 2 (Ends on Lap 60), Final Stage (Ends on Lap 134) (more…)
Craftsman Truck Series
Kyle Larson, William Byron To Split Trio Of Races In Spire Motorsports’ No. 07 HENDRICKCARS.Com Chevy Silverado
MOORESVILLE, N.C. (March 4, 2025) – Kyle Larson, the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series Champion and William Byron, a 14-time race winner in NASCAR’s premier division, will split time behind the wheel of Spire Motorsports’ No. 07 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet Silverado in a trifecta of NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series races in 2025.
Larson, a native of Elk Grove, Calif., will race the No. 07 Chevy Silverado in the March 21 Baptist Health 200 at Homestead-Miami Speedway and return to the cockpit two races later for the April 11 WEATHER GUARD Truck Race at Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway.
Byron, will thread the needle between Larson’s two stints and handle the driving chores for the Allen Hart-led program March 28 at Martinsville (Va.) Speedway. Byron returns the site of his most recent CRAFTSMAN Truck Series win where, ironically, he collected Spire Motorsports inaugural victory in the division.
Second New Manufacturer Emerges As Contender To Join NASCAR With Dodge Eyeing Return
by Nick Geddes, ON3
Dodge is eyeing a return to the NASCAR Truck Series as soon as the 2026 season and according to Adam Stern of Sports Business Journal, another manufacturer could also be on the way in the future. (more…)
Top NASCAR Stadiums For RV Tailgating
by Melissa Popp, RVTrader.Com
RV tailgating has become a time-honored tradition at NASCAR races. Some stadiums even offer incredible infield camping, full RV hookups, and legendary fan gatherings that rival the race itself. Whether looking for a high-energy party atmosphere or a family-friendly weekend getaway, certain tracks stand out as must-visit destinations for RVers.
Wonder which NASCAR stadiums top the pole position for RV tailgating? You’re about to find out the top five. We’ll highlight the best camping options, amenities, and insider tips to help you make the most of your next race weekend. And, if you’re searching for the perfect RV to take your NASCAR tailgating experience to the next level, well … you know where to go.)
So, let’s fire up the grill, crack open a cold drink, and dive into the best NASCAR tracks for RV tailgating. (more…)
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series News & Notes – Off Week, Las Vegas Next Week
NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series (Off Week)
Next Race: Ecosave 200
The Place: Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Track Length: 1.5 Mile Asphalt Oval
The Date: Friday, March 14
The Time: 9 p.m. ET
TV: FS1, 9 p.m. ET
Radio: NRN, SiriusXM NASCAR (Channel 90)
Distance: 201.0 miles (134 Laps); Stage 1 (Ends on Lap 30),
Stage 2 (Ends on Lap 60), Final Stage (Ends on Lap 134) (more…)
Life In The Pits : Vidalia’s Nate McBride Finds Happiness and a Home in NASCAR
by Frank Sulkowski, WJCL.Com
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — When one door closed, another much different one opened for Nate McBride.
“I don’t know what God has in store for me, but I will trust in his process,” said McBride in a 2021 post on social media.
It was in that January 2021 posting that the former Vidalia High School and University of Georgia standout announced his football playing days were done.
While playing for the Bulldogs was a dream come true, what came next was never on his radar.
“It was an uncertain thing and I wasn’t sure if I wanted to do it,” said McBride.
It was working on a NASCAR pit crew. (more…)
How Did New-England-Connected Drivers Do At Atlanta?
NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series To Kick Off Atlanta’s Saturday Doubleheader
By Holly Cain, NASCAR Wire Service
The NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series follows up its dramatic Daytona season-opener in the first half of Saturday’s NASCAR double-header at Atlanta Motor Speedway with the Fr8 Racing 208 (1:30 p.m. ET on FS1, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio).
TMS BBQ Showdown Returns For May 2-4 Würth 400 Presented By Liqui Moly NASCAR Weekend
· $5,000 payout to the top finishers in this IBCA-sanctioned competition.
· Entrants will compete across three categories – one-half chicken, pork spare ribs and brisket
· Separate winner-take-all brisket taco jackpot competition
· NASCAR weekend features all three national series – Cup, Xfinity and CRAFTSMAN Trucks – with a race each day
FORT WORTH, Texas (FEBRUARY 20, 2025) – The Texas Motor Speedway BBQ Showdown returns with $5,000 in cash prizes up for grabs during the May 2-4 Würth 400 presented by Liqui Moly NASCAR tripleheader weekend.

