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Jeff Gordon Grants Wish at Bristol

November 21, 2022March 24, 2011 by Beth Lunkenheimer

Perhaps the more noteworthy story from Bristol is the one of how Jeff Gordon helped to make an impact on a young child’s life.

Tracking the Trucks: 2011 Too Tough to Tame 200 at Darlington

November 20, 2022March 13, 2011 by Beth Lunkenheimer

Kasey Kahne took the checkered flag 1.116 seconds ahead of Ron Hornaday Jr. to win the Too Tough to Tame 200 Saturday evening at Darlington Raceway.

Tearing Apart the Trucks: Matt Crafton Celebrates 250th Career Start

November 19, 2022March 10, 2011 by Beth Lunkenheimer

Veteran Matt Crafton will make his 250th career Truck Series start behind the wheel of the No. 88 Menards/Tarkett Chevrolet at Darlington Saturday.

Tearing Apart the Trucks: Dusty Davis, Justin Johnson Set to Debut

November 18, 2022February 24, 2011 by Beth Lunkenheimer

Following a questionable non-call last weekend in the season-opener, NASCAR has issued penalties in relation to the spoiler failure on Michael Waltrip’s winning No. 15 Toyota. The truck was found in violation of Sections 12-1 (Actions detrimental to stock car racing); 12-4-J (any determination by NASCAR Officials that the race equipment used in the event does not conform to NASCAR rules); and 20B-3.12E (rear spoiler did not meet specifications in post-race inspection).

Crew Chief Doug Howe was fined $25,000 and placed on probation until December 31st, and owner Billy Ballew was docked 25 owner points. Waltrip will not receive a fine since he’s not running for the Truck Series championship, and his win will stand.

Tracking the Trucks: 2011 NextEra Energy Resources 250 at Daytona

November 17, 2022February 21, 2011 by Beth Lunkenheimer

Michael Waltrip took the checkers 0.061 seconds ahead of Elliott Sadler to win the NextEra Energy Resources 250 Friday night at Daytona International Speedway.

Tearing Apart the Trucks: Meet the 2011 Truck Series Rookie Class

November 17, 2022February 17, 2011 by Beth Lunkenheimer

Before the green flag flies over the Truck Series field, it’s time to meet the 2011 rookie class.

Tearing Apart the Trucks: 2011 Truck Series Season Quickly Approaching

November 16, 2022February 12, 2011 by Beth Lunkenheimer

As we prepare for the excitement that is the 16th year of the Camping World Truck Series, there are a few offseason changes to keep in mind.

*Rule Changes*

Perhaps the biggest change is the way points are awarded each race. In a system that will take over across the top three tiers of NASCAR, the race winner will now be awarded 46 points–43 points for the win plus a three point bonus–for taking the checkers first. Additionally drivers will be awarded one point each for leading a lap and leading the most laps, bringing the total possible points per race to 48.