The Round of 8 begins with a full field as the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series heads to Charlotte Motor Speedway’s ROVAL for Friday’s Ecosave 250. NASCAR released the preliminary entry list confirming 36 trucks for the 22nd race of the 2025 season. With the field capped at 36, every team entered will take the green flag, setting the stage for a pressure-filled playoff opener on the 2.28-mile road course.
Key Highlights
- 36 trucks are entered for the 2025 Ecosave 250 at the Charlotte ROVAL, matching the series’ maximum field size.
- Friday’s race launches the Round of 8 in the Truck Series Playoffs, offering an automatic Championship 4 berth to the winner.
- Corey Heim returns in the No. 11 Mobil 1 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro for TRICON Garage after his New Hampshire victory.
- Brent Crews joins Heim at TRICON Garage in the No. 1 Toyota, with JBL backing, as a top favorite for the win.
- Connor Zilisch seeks his first Truck Series triumph in the No. 7 Delaware Life Chevrolet Silverado RST for Spire Motorsports.
Playoff Stakes and Championship Picture
The Ecosave 250 carries heavy postseason weight as the first race of the Round of 8. A victory guarantees one of the eight playoff drivers a place in the championship finale. Corey Heim, fresh off a strong performance at New Hampshire, arrives with momentum and the confidence of a recent win.
Driving TRICON Garage’s No. 11 Toyota with Mobil 1 support, Heim remains a central figure in the playoff narrative. Brent Crews, his teammate in the No. 1 Toyota, has been tagged by many as a driver capable of shaking the bracket early.
Rising Stars Add Intrigue
Connor Zilisch brings Xfinity Series credentials to Spire Motorsports and will pilot the No. 7 Delaware Life Chevrolet Silverado RST in pursuit of his first Truck Series victory. Kris Wright joins the mix with McAnally-Hilgemann Racing, taking the wheel of the No. 16 Chevrolet.
Other notable entrants include Toni Breidinger in the No. 5 Toyota for TRICON Garage, Josh Bilicki with Niece Motorsports in the No. 41 Chevrolet, and Parker Kligerman in the No. 75 Chevrolet for Henderson Motorsports. Their participation ensures a blend of playoff drama and fresh competition.
Full Entry List Overview
NASCAR confirmed all 36 entrants will compete, eliminating the tension of go-or-go-home qualifying. Young’s Motorsports fields multiple entries, including the No. 02, while ThorSport Racing brings veterans like Matt Crafton in the No. 88 Ford and Ty Majeski in the No. 98.
| Car | Driver |
|---|---|
| 02 | TBA |
| 1 | Brent Crews |
| 2 | Carter Fartuch |
| 5 | Toni Breidinger |
| 7 | Connor Zilisch |
| 9 | Grant Enfinger |
| 11 | Corey Heim |
| 13 | Jake Garcia |
| 15 | Tanner Gray |
| 16 | Kris Wright |
| 17 | Gio Ruggiero |
| 18 | Tyler Ankrum |
| 19 | Daniel Hemric |
| 20 | Will Rodgers |
| 22 | Josh Reaume |
| 26 | Dawson Sutton |
| 33 | Mason Maggio |
| 34 | Layne Riggs |
| 38 | Chandler Smith |
| 41 | Josh Bilicki |
| 42 | Matt Mills |
| 44 | Andres Perez |
| 45 | Bayley Currey |
| 52 | Stewart Friesen |
| 56 | Timmy Hill |
| 62 | Wesley Slimp |
| 69 | Tyler Tomassi |
| 71 | Rajah Caruth |
| 75 | Parker Kligerman |
| 76 | Spencer Boyd |
| 77 | Corey LaJoie |
| 81 | Connor Mosack |
| 88 | Matt Crafton |
| 91 | Jack Wood |
| 98 | Ty Majeski |
| 99 | Ben Rhodes |
Niece Motorsports lines up a deep roster with Josh Bilicki, Matt Mills, Andres Perez, and Bayley Currey. Front Row Motorsports presents Layne Riggs and Chandler Smith, and Spire Motorsports adds Corey LaJoie alongside Zilisch and Rajah Caruth. From seasoned playoff contenders to ambitious newcomers, the field showcases the series’ depth.
News in Brief: All 36 Trucks on the Entry List for Friday’s Ecosave 250 at the ROVAL
The 2025 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Ecosave 250 at Charlotte Motor Speedway’s ROVAL features a complete 36-truck entry list, guaranteeing every team a start. Friday’s race opens the Round of 8, offering an automatic Championship 4 spot to the winner. Playoff drivers include Corey Heim, Brent Crews, and others seeking critical advancement. Rising talents such as Connor Zilisch and Kris Wright add intrigue to the lineup. Watch Friday night as contenders and hopefuls battle through the ROVAL’s twists and banks for playoff glory.
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