The official Truck Series Eero 250 entry list has been announced for the upcoming race at Richmond Raceway, featuring notable changes including Andres Perez de Lara’s move to Niece Motorsports and Corey LaJoie’s debut with a newly formed team. These adjustments coincide with organizational shifts as the series prepares for Friday’s race and a packed motorsports weekend.
Perez de Lara Finds a New Home at Niece Motorsports
Andres Perez de Lara, a rookie contender in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, has departed Spire Motorsports to sign with Niece Motorsports. He will take the wheel of the No. 44 Chevrolet for Friday night’s eero 250 at Richmond Raceway, marking an important transition during his campaign. Over the next eight circuit races, Perez de Lara will work alongside crew chief Wally Rogers as he continues his bid in the series. With two top-10 finishes in 17 starts, Perez de Lara is currently ranked 17th among drivers, trailing Corey Heim by 463 points in the standings.
Shifts at Spire Motorsports and LaJoie’s Entry
As Spire Motorsports realigns its operations, the No. 07 truck will stop running for the rest of the 2025 season, and its accumulated points will transfer to the No. 77 Chevrolet. This change paves the way for Corey LaJoie to join the organization and drive the new No. 177 Chevrolet team, making a fresh start for both the driver and team at Richmond. Spire is still finalizing its plans for the Truck Series in 2026 as indicated in a recent release:
“yet to solidify its 2026 Truck Series plans.”
—Officials, Spire Motorsports
Schedule for Richmond Weekend Events
This Richmond Raceway weekend brings a full lineup of racing action. The Thursday schedule includes two practice sessions and qualifying for the Whelen Modified Tour, followed by the Virginia is for Racing Lovers 150 race in the evening. Friday features Truck Series practice, qualifying, Cup Series sessions, and the highlight Truck Series Eero 250 race. Saturday the Cup Series Cook Out 400 race rounds out the action under the lights.
Complete Truck Series Eero 250 Entry List
The Truck Series Eero 250 entry list at Richmond features 37 entries with a diverse roster of drivers and teams:
1. Brent Crews (No. 1 Toyota)
2. TBA (No. 02 Chevrolet)
3. Clayton Green (No. 2 Ford)
4. Toni Breidinger (No. 5 Toyota)
5. Norm Benning (No. 6 Chevrolet)
6. Sammy Smith (No. 7 Chevrolet)
7. Grant Enfinger (No. 9 Chevrolet)
8. Corey Heim (No. 11 Toyota)
9. Jake Garcia (No. 13 Ford)
10. Tanner Gray (No. 15 Toyota)
11. Chrstian Eckes (No. 16 Chevrolet)
12. Giovanni Ruggiero (No. 17 Toyota)
13. Tyler Ankrum (No. 18 Chevrolet)
14. Daniel Hemric (No. 19 Chevrolet)
15. Stephen Mallozzi (No. 22 Ford)
16. Dawson Sutton (No. 26 Chevrolet)
17. Frankie Muniz (No. 33 Ford)
18. Layne Riggs (No. 34 Ford)
19. Chandler Smith (No. 38 Ford)
20. Matthew Gould (No. 41 Chevrolet)
21. Matt Mills (No. 42 Chevrolet)
22. Andres Perez de Lara (No. 44 Chevrolet)
23. Bayley Currey (No. 45 Chevrolet)
24. Kaden Honeycutt (No. 52 Toyota)
25. Luke Fenhaus (No. 66 Ford)
26. Ryan Roulette (No. 67 Chevrolet)
27. Rajah Caruth (No. 71 Chevrolet)
28. Caleb Costner (No. 74 Chevrolet)
29. Spencer Boyd (No. 76 Chevrolet)
30. Connor Mosack (No. 81 Chevrolet)
31. Patrick Staropoli (No. 84 Toyota)
32. Matt Crafton (No. 88 Ford)
33. Jack Wood (No. 91 Chevrolet)
34. Carson Kvapil (No. 97 Chevrolet)
35. Ty Majeski (No. 98 Ford)
36. Ben Rhodes (No. 99 Ford)
37. Corey LaJoie (No. 177 Chevrolet)
Weekend Preview: Racing, Partnerships, and Community Spotlight
Friday’s Truck Series Eero 250 serves as the regular season finale for the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, earning excitement from both fans and the track. Richmond Raceway shared their enthusiasm:
“We’re excited to partner with our friends at @geteero to bring you the #eero250 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series regular season finale race on Friday, August 15!
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—Richmond Raceway (@RichmondRaceway) August 5, 2025
With familiar names like Toni Breidinger, Matt Crafton, Jack Wood, and Spencer Boyd on the list, along with new contenders and shifting teams, the Truck Series Eero 250 entry list sets the stage for an eventful race and a pivotal moment in this year’s motorsports calendar. Fans and teams alike look forward to how these changes will affect the final push toward the season’s end at Richmond Raceway and beyond.
