Jake Altmayer joined the Frontstretch team in 2025, assisting as a news writer and contributing to other weekly columns and articles, such as Friday Faceoff and Xfinity Breakdown. A 2024 graduate of DePaul University, Altmayer has closely followed NASCAR's national series (Cup, Xfinity and Trucks) for nearly a decade and has attended more than a dozen races over the course of that time. In his free time, he enjoys cycling, spending time with his loved ones, and listening to his favorite band, the Beach Boys.
Friday Faceoff: Was Austin Cindric’s Penalty for Spinning Ty Dillon the Right One?
Or was it not enough?
Friday Faceoff: Has Toyota Closed the Gap to Ford & Chevrolet at Superspeedways?
With Christopher Bell’s win at Atlanta, has Toyota finally entered the conversation?
Black’s Tire Sponsoring Christian Eckes in 2 Xfinity Races
The No. 16 will have the sponsorship at Darlington and Rockingham.
Xfinity Breakdown: Austin Hill on Top Again at Atlanta
Other top performers at Atlanta were Aric Almirola and Justin Allgaier.
Friday Faceoff: Can NASCAR Do Anything to Clean Up Racing at Drafting-Style Tracks?
And is Corey Heim already a Truck Series all-time great?
Appeals Panel Upholds Parker Kligerman Daytona DQ
Corey Heim remains the winner of the season-opening Truck race.