For the first time in history, the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series heads to Lime Rock Park, delivering a brand-new challenge for teams and drivers alike. The LIUNA 150 is set to go green on Saturday, June 29, at 1 p.m. ET on FOX, with qualifying airing earlier that morning at 9:30 a.m. ET on FS1.
But before they race, the 34 entered trucks must qualify on one of the most technical road courses in North America. With no prior NASCAR Truck Series history at this venue, Saturday’s single-round, group-based qualifying format adds pressure—and unpredictability—to a weekend already full of firsts.
Key Highlights
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First-ever NASCAR Truck race at Lime Rock Park
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Qualifying: 9:30 a.m. ET Saturday on FS1 (after practice Friday at 1:05 p.m. ET on FS2)
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Single-round format, divided into two timed groups
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Corey Heim leads championship standings with 4 wins
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Jordan Taylor, Cam Waters, and Frankie Muniz headline road course ringers in the field
A Road Course Twist: What to Expect in Qualifying
Unlike traditional ovals, road courses like Lime Rock demand precision and rhythm. Drivers must handle heavy braking zones, tight corners, and elevation changes. That’s especially true in qualifying, where each group of drivers has just 20 minutes to set their fastest time.
The field is split into two groups of 17 drivers each. Positions 1–17 will run in Group 1, followed by 18–34 in Group 2. There’s no second round—whoever clocks the fastest lap in either group wins the pole.
Veteran Matt Crafton, road racing ace Jordan Taylor, Australian Supercars star Cam Waters, and actor-turned-driver Frankie Muniz add flair to the weekend—but championship contenders like Corey Heim, Chandler Smith, and Ty Majeski have the most on the line.
Full Truck Series Qualifying Order – Lime Rock Park
Group 1:
| Pos | No. | Driver | Metric Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32 | Dale Quarterly | 59.0 |
| 2 | 62 | Wesley Slimp | 58.7 |
| 3 | 56 | Timmy Hill | 38.6 |
| 4 | 2 | William Lambros | 32.4 |
| 5 | 22 | TBA | 29.7 |
| 6 | 26 | Dawson Sutton | 27.8 |
| 7 | 44 | Josh Bilicki (i) | 26.8 |
| 8 | 76 | Spencer Boyd | 25.3 |
| 9 | 88 | Matt Crafton | 24.3 |
| 10 | 02 | TBA | 23.7 |
| 11 | 5 | Toni Breidinger | 23.5 |
| 12 | 13 | Jake Garcia | 22.9 |
| 13 | 33 | Frankie Muniz | 21.7 |
| 14 | 42 | Matt Mills | 21.2 |
| 15 | 18 | Tyler Ankrum | 20.6 |
| 16 | 77 | Andrés Pérez De Lara | 17.2 |
| 17 | 99 | Ben Rhodes | 17.1 |
Group 2:
| Pos | No. | Driver | Metric Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 91 | Jack Wood | 16.4 |
| 19 | 11 | Corey Heim | 16.4 |
| 20 | 66 | Cam Waters | 15.3 |
| 21 | 9 | Grant Enfinger | 13.4 |
| 22 | 07 | Thomas Annunziata | 13.2 |
| 23 | 17 | Giovanni Ruggiero | 11.9 |
| 24 | 7 | Jordan Taylor | 11.2 |
| 25 | 71 | Rajah Caruth | 10.9 |
| 26 | 81 | Connor Mosack | 9.9 |
| 27 | 98 | Ty Majeski | 9.3 |
| 28 | 52 | Stewart Friesen | 9.2 |
| 29 | 1 | Brent Crews | 9.1 |
| 30 | 15 | Tanner Gray | 6.2 |
| 31 | 38 | Chandler Smith | 5.5 |
| 32 | 19 | Daniel Hemric | 4.4 |
| 33 | 45 | Kaden Honeycutt | 3.9 |
| 34 | 34 | Layne Riggs | 1.9 |
Championship Watch: Heim Holds Strong, But Smith & Hemric Close In
Corey Heim enters Lime Rock with a commanding 629 points, 4 wins, and 10 top-10s. He’s the clear championship leader, but don’t sleep on Chandler Smith and Daniel Hemric, sitting second and third, respectively.
Smith (505 points) has been the most consistent challenger, with 10 top-10s and two victories. Hemric, meanwhile, has climbed into title contention with strong stage points and one win.
Further down the top 10, Ty Majeski, Tyler Ankrum, Layne Riggs, and Grant Enfinger remain mathematically in contention. Every position in qualifying could shift playoff eligibility, especially with just a few races left before the cutoff.
Add in unpredictable weather and a tricky track, and Lime Rock could be a playoff-shaping wildcard.
News in Brief: NASCAR Trucks Set for First-Ever Lime Rock Qualifying
As the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series makes its first-ever stop at Lime Rock Park, all eyes will be on how drivers adapt to the road course challenge. With qualifying Saturday morning and race action following at 1 p.m. ET, the stakes are high for those trying to gain crucial points before the postseason begins.
From road course ringers like Jordan Taylor and Cam Waters to championship heavyweights like Corey Heim and Chandler Smith, every second on the clock could change the storylines heading into summer.
Saturday’s qualifying session on FS1 at 9:30 a.m. ET, followed by the LIUNA 150 at 1 p.m. ET on FOX. A brand-new chapter in Truck Series history is about to be written.
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