The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series heads to the Irish Hills of Michigan this weekend for the DQS Solutions & Staffing 250 at Michigan International Speedway, the 13th race of a 25-race calendar. A full field of 32 trucks is on the preliminary entry list — four shy of the maximum 36-truck grid — meaning no teams will be sent home after qualifying.
The 2-mile oval at Michigan is known for high speeds, wide lanes, and strategic drafting, and this week’s lineup features a mix of returning veterans, full-time contenders, and part-time entries, including a few notable names from the NASCAR Cup Series ranks.
Rajah Caruth Looks to Build on Nashville Breakthrough
All eyes will be on Rajah Caruth, who enters Michigan riding the momentum of his maiden Truck Series win last weekend at Nashville Superspeedway. Caruth will once again pilot the No. 71 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet Silverado, with backing from HendrickCars.com and veteran crew chief Kevin “Bono” Manion calling the shots.
Caruth has been steadily climbing the competitive ladder in 2024 and now sits squarely in the playoff conversation. With speed on intermediate tracks and improved consistency, Caruth could quickly turn one win into multiple. Michigan’s wide-open racing surface could provide another opportunity for the young driver to assert himself among the series’ top talents.
Familiar Faces and Notable Cameos in Stacked Lineup
While most of the 32 entries come from full-time operations, this weekend’s race also brings in several noteworthy guest drivers and surprise returns.
Among the most eye-catching names is Corey LaJoie, listed as the driver of the No. 07 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet. While the team hasn’t confirmed a driver as of the entry list release, LaJoie has made select Truck Series starts in recent years, often to gain extra track time or provide feedback on development efforts.
| Entry | # | Driver |
| 1 | 02 | Nathan Byrd |
| 2 | 07 | TBA |
| 3 | 1 | Lawless Alan |
| 4 | 2 | Morgen Baird |
| 5 | 5 | Toni Breidinger |
| 6 | 6 | Norm Benning |
| 7 | 7 | Carson Hocevar |
| 8 | 9 | Grant Enfinger |
| 9 | 11 | Corey Heim |
| 10 | 13 | Jake Garcia |
| 11 | 15 | Tanner Gray |
| 12 | 17 | Gio Ruggiero |
| 13 | 18 | Tyler Ankrum |
| 14 | 19 | Daniel Hemric |
| 15 | 22 | Josh Reaume |
| 16 | 26 | Dawson Sutton |
| 17 | 33 | Frankie Muniz |
| 18 | 34 | Layne Riggs |
| 19 | 38 | Chandler Smith |
| 20 | 42 | Matt Mills |
| 21 | 44 | Bayley Currey |
| 22 | 45 | Kaden Honeycutt |
| 23 | 52 | Stewart Friesen |
| 24 | 66 | Luke Fenhaus |
| 25 | 71 | Rajah Caruth |
| 26 | 76 | Spencer Boyd |
| 27 | 77 | Andres Perez De Lara |
| 28 | 81 | Connor Mosack |
| 29 | 88 | Matt Crafton |
| 30 | 91 | Jack Wood |
| 31 | 98 | Ty Majeski |
| 32 | 99 | Ben Rhodes |
Another highlight is Ross Chastain, returning in the No. 44 Niece Motorsports Chevrolet. Known for his aggressive driving style and raw speed, Chastain’s part-time Truck appearances are always worth watching — especially at a place like Michigan where momentum and fearlessness pay off.
Also joining the grid is actor-turned-racer Frankie Muniz, continuing his Truck Series journey in the No. 33 Reaume Brothers Racing Ford. Muniz has been steadily building seat time and brings a growing following to the series. He’ll be competing alongside Morgen Baird, a Michigan native making a start in the No. 2 Reaume Brothers Ford, offering a local flavor to the event.
ThorSport and TRICON Bring Depth and Power to the Field
Perennial powerhouse ThorSport Racing leads the field in team entries, with all five of its trucks slated to race at Michigan. Series veteran Matt Crafton will anchor the lineup in the No. 88 Ford, flanked by Ben Rhodes (No. 99), Ty Majeski (No. 98), Jake Garcia (No. 13), and rookie Luke Fenhaus (No. 66), who brings sponsorship from Soda Sense.
Another deep squad this weekend is TRICON Garage, fielding five Toyota entries. Series leader Corey Heim is once again in the No. 11 Safelite Tundra, with support from teammates Tanner Gray, Gio Ruggiero, Toni Breidinger, and Lawless Alan. Heim has been one of the most consistent drivers all season and will look to extend his lead atop the standings with another strong run at Michigan.
McAnally-Hilgemann Racing also brings a robust four-truck lineup, including Tyler Ankrum, Daniel Hemric, Connor Mosack, and Jack Wood — all Chevrolet-powered and supported by a well-rounded engineering program. With a mix of youth and experience, MHR continues to be a dark horse in many of these high-speed contests.
News in Brief: NASCAR Trucks Michigan Entry List
With no teams going home this weekend and 32 trucks locked into Saturday’s grid, the DQS Solutions & Staffing 250 promises a wide-open battle under the Michigan skies. A mix of Cup Series stars, young talent, and playoff-hungry veterans will make this one of the most competitive Truck Series races of the summer.
The race serves as a key midseason marker, and with only 12 playoff spots up for grabs, every point — and every position — matters. Whether it’s Caruth continuing his rise, Chastain turning heads, or a veteran like Crafton finding a spark, Michigan has all the ingredients for another Truck Series classic.
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