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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
2025 Texas Motor Speedway pit stall assignments
See where your favorite NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver will pit for the 250 at Texas Motor Speedway on Friday (8 p.m. ET, FS1, NRN Radio, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio). A general graphic depicting the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series layout for Texas Motor Speedway.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Actor Frankie Muniz Mocked After Yet Another DNF
Read the full story on Backfire News There's no doubt about it, actor Frankie Muniz is feeling it during his first full season in NASCAR. After earning his fourth DNF in a race for the season last Friday, unloading on the radio in his truck about it, then apologizing to those who heard his rant, he's being told by some he's just not cut out for racing and should stick to is a tough gig, that's for sure, but Muniz has been having an especially rough time. On May 2 during the 250 at Texas Motor Speedway, the actor turned racer was trending towards his best finish of the season. But tragedy struck when a tire on his truck blew, sending his Ford F-150 in the wall at Turn 2. With just 29 laps left in the race, his truck was done and he was awarded spot 25, thus earning his fourth DNF of the season. Obviously frustrated about the tire blowing and ending his race, Muniz yelled at the crew over the radio, 'How do I have this luck, man? I'm so tired of it!' Some racing fans understand the guy's frustration, but others think Muniz is too soft for motorsports and should just stick to being an actor. While certain social media users softened their words, others just said Muniz just plain 'sucks at racing' and that he 'crashes almost every week.' Feeling the backlash, Muniz took to social media site X to post an apology: 'Sorry to anyone listening to my radio when my right front blew with 20 laps to go. I just want this so bad. Had such a positive race going and sometimes my passion gets the better of me. Just had a monkey on our back for a while.' For what it's worth, while there are plenty of armchair racers telling Muniz to quit, the ones who have been where he is have different things to say. For example, fellow NASCAR racer Cody Dennison replied to Muniz's apology post, telling him, 'You the man. You were fast as hek.' Nathan J Byrd was also encouraging, saying 'You were rolling out there brother!!' We know firsthand that especially on the internet everyone is a critic, or at least it feels that way sometimes. Just because you struggle doesn't mean you should give up, but instead that's part of the process. Hopefully Muniz has a better race this weekend! Image via frankiemuniz4/Instagram
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
HBCU star turns heads in NASCAR
Most NASCAR drivers didn't grow up watching races from a dorm room at an HBCU—but Rajah Caruth isn't like most drivers. At just 22 years old, Caruth is blazing a trail in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, driving the No. 71 Chevrolet Silverado for Spire Motorsports. On May 2, he turned heads at Texas Motor Speedway with a thrilling third-place finish at the 250, a race that stretched into double overtime. It marked his second top-five of the season and a defining moment in a breakout year. Advertisement HBCU Roots with Racing Ambitions Caruth graduated from Winston-Salem State University in December 2024 with a degree in Motorsports Management. That alone makes history—WSSU is the only HBCU in the country offering such a program. Balancing a NASCAR schedule with academics? That's next-level discipline. His journey reflects a powerful fusion of culture and competition, reminding fans that Black excellence belongs in every lane. Driving Change in a Traditional Sport Representation matters—and Caruth is making sure the NASCAR world knows it. As one of just a few Black drivers in NASCAR's national series history to secure a top finish, he joins the legacy of pioneers like Wendell Scott and Bubba Wallace. Caruth's rise through NASCAR's Drive for Diversity program underscores how talent, when given opportunity, can shatter barriers. Spire Motorsports (71) Rajah Caruth at Daytona International Speedway © Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images A New Face of NASCAR's Future Advertisement Caruth isn't just racing—he's redefining the sport's future. Whether it's his calm under pressure or his vocal support for diversity, he brings more than speed to the track. His steady climb in 2025 has HBCU fans and racing insiders watching closely. Related: Black College Football Hall of Fame makes major announcement The Finish Line Rajah Caruth isn't asking for attention—he's earning it. And if you're an HBCU sports fan, it's time to tune in, show out, and ride with one of our own. Related: NBA legend and HBCU trailblazer dies at 88 Related: Baseball visionary and HBCU pioneer dies at 65

Miami Herald
03-05-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Rajah Caruth gaining momentum in 25 NASCAR season
Rajah Caruth, a rising star in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, is making waves both on and off the track in 2025. Driving the No. 71 Chevrolet Silverado for Spire Motorsports, Caruth secured a commendable third-place finish at the 250 at Texas Motor Speedway on May 2. The race, extended to 174 laps due to two overtimes, saw Caruth navigate through intense competition to clinch his second top-five finish of the season Beyond his racing achievements, Caruth's journey is deeply rooted in his academic and cultural background. In December 2024, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Motorsports Management from Winston-Salem State University (WSSU), an HBCU in North Carolina. WSSU is notable for being the only HBCU in the nation to offer such a program. Caruth's commitment to education while pursuing a demanding racing career exemplifies his dedication and resilience. Caruth's ascent in NASCAR is also significant in the context of diversity in motorsports. He is among the few Black drivers to have won a national series race, joining the ranks of Wendell Scott and Bubba Wallace. His participation in NASCAR's Drive for Diversity program has been instrumental in his development, providing opportunities to hone his skills and compete at higher levels As the 2025 season progresses, Rajah Caruth continues to demonstrate his prowess on the track and his commitment to representing HBCUs in the racing world. His journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring drivers from diverse backgrounds, highlighting the importance of perseverance, education, and representation in sports. The post Rajah Caruth gaining momentum in 25 NASCAR season appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025


USA Today
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- USA Today
NASCAR qualifying order for Truck Series at Texas in May 2025
NASCAR qualifying order for Truck Series at Texas in May 2025 The NASCAR Truck Series is set to arrive at Texas Motor Speedway for its eighth race of the 2025 season. It is the only date at Texas, as NASCAR only goes to the venue once per year. In 2024, Nick Sanchez won the pole for the Truck Series race at Texas, earning his first of two pole positions during the season. First, the Truck Series needs to qualify for the event in Texas, and the qualifying format is simple. Every driver will make a single-lap run, with the overall lap times determining the starting lineup. The metric system determines the qualifying order. Below, you can check out the NASCAR qualifying order for this weekend's 2025 250 at Texas! NASCAR Truck Series qualifying order for Texas (May 2025): (Qualifying Order) No. 20 Stefan Parsons No. 2 Cody Dennison No. 42 Matt Mills No. 22 Josh Reaume No. 99 Ben Rhodes No. 66 Luke Fenhaus No. 33 Frankie Muniz No. 15 Tanner Gray No. 98 Ty Majeski No. 52 Stewart Friesen No. 88 Matt Crafton No. 5 Toni Breidinger No. 26 Dawson Sutton No. 7 Carson Hocevar No. 02 Nathan Byrd No. 44 Bayley Currey No. 76 Spencer Boyd No. 1 Brnadon Jones No. 77 Andres Perez de Lara No. 07 Nick Sanchez No. 81 Connor Mosack No. 17 Gio Ruggiero No. 91 Jack Wood No. 38 Chandler Smith No. 34 Layne Riggs No. 71 Rajah Caruth No. 45 Kaden Honeycutt No. 9 Grant Enfinger No. 11 Corey Heim No. 13 Jake Garcia No. 19 Daniel Hemric No. 18 Tyler Ankrum More: NASCAR odds for the Truck Series race at Texas in May 2025