Corey Heim Truck Series win at the Team EJP 175 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway delivered his ninth triumph this season, equaling Greg Biffle’s 1999 record for the most NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series victories in a single year. Heim led from the outset, capturing both stage wins and commanding the race despite several incidents on the track.
Strong Start and Stage Sweeps Set the Tone
Heim wasted no time establishing control, dominating the opening stage even as the field encountered repeated cautions. Early chaos began right at turn one, with Tanner Gray, Brent Crews, and Connor Mosack all involved. The opening segment saw several interruptions, including a crash with Jayson Alexander and Caleb Costner that sidelined playoff contender Daniel Hemric after striking the wall. Despite this, Heim maintained his poise and secured the stage one victory.
Strategy Shifts and Young Drivers Rise in Stage Two
As pit stops mixed up the running order for the next segment, rookies such as Andres Perez De Lara, Gio Ruggiero, and Dawson Sutton capitalized on track position to battle up front. Still, Heim maneuvered past Perez and Rajah Caruth to sweep both full stage wins, underlining his dominance at New Hampshire’s Magic Mile.
Late Drama and Playoff Shakeups Define Closing Laps
In the final stretch, Heim remained untouchable. Aside from a late caution involving Matt Crafton, Ben Rhodes, and Toni Breidinger, Heim’s advantage was rarely threatened. Chandler Smith closed the gap but could not overtake, finishing second and exiting the playoffs alongside Jake Garcia, who placed 16th. The top five also featured Layne Riggs, Gio Ruggiero, and Grant Enfinger, with Kaden Honeycutt, Ty Majeski, Corey LaJoie, Christian Eckes, and Rajah Caruth rounding out the top ten after withstanding the race’s collisions and close calls.
Heim Reflects on Achieving Milestone Season
Heim’s extraordinary season places him in elite company. After the race, he expressed gratitude:”,
It’s a dream come true to race with these guys [the No. 11 team],
— Corey Heim, Driver
I want to break that record; shoutout Greg Biffle because it’s an honor to compete with that.
— Corey Heim, Driver
What’s Next as Playoff Field Narrows
The conclusion of the Team EJP 175 sets the stage for the Truck Series Round of 8, which begins in two weeks at Charlotte Motor Speedway’s ROVAL, scheduled for Friday, October 3 at 3:30 p.m. ET on FS1. With Heim matching Greg Biffle’s historic mark, attention now turns to whether he can set a new record as the series moves deeper into its playoff battles. Key contenders like Gio Ruggiero, Grant Enfinger, and Corey LaJoie remain in the spotlight, while drivers such as Jake Garcia and Chandler Smith saw their championship hopes end in New Hampshire’s turbulent event.
