Corey Heim Hails Improved Truck Racing, Singles Out Biggest Reason

9 months ago

Corey Heim Hails Improved Truck Racing, Singles Out Biggest Reason

“I’ve had my run-ins, but nothing super egregious,” Heim reflected on the on-track aggression this season. He contrasted this year with 2023, his last full season in Trucks, when “a lot of penalties should’ve been and were handed out.” Admitting his own role, the Tricon driver added, “I’m not excused from the craziness but overall the aggression is more coordinated.”

By Ankit Sharma

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Chase Elliott Passionately Bats for NASCAR Return to Nashville Fairgrounds

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Chase Elliott Passionately Bats for NASCAR Return to Nashville Fairgrounds

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Bubba Wallace Credits Fatherhood for Bringing Perspective Beyond Racing

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Bubba Wallace Credits Fatherhood for Bringing Perspective Beyond Racing

“Being a dad has been the coolest thing, the best thing that’s happened for me,” Wallace said, praising wife Amanda’s support. Wallace, who won the Brickyard 400, added fatherhood helps him handle racing struggles, “Life is not as bad as I made it seem, I have a lot to be grateful for. It’s opened my eyes to enjoying the moment.”

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Austin Cindric Recalls Brutal 2020 Bristol Xfinity Loss

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Austin Cindric Recalls Brutal 2020 Bristol Xfinity Loss

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Jimmie Johnson Says NASCAR's Next Gen Car Fueled Ownership Leap

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