Corey Heim secured the title of Corey Heim NASCAR Truck Series Champion on October 31, 2025, at Phoenix Raceway in Avondale, Arizona, after an impressive season marked by outstanding performances throughout the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. Heim, piloting the No. 11 Safelite Toyota and representing TRICON Garage, achieved this career milestone with determination and skill, adding a new chapter to Toyota’s racing legacy.
Heim’s Path to the Championship
The 23-year-old Georgia native, Corey Heim, demonstrated tremendous strength and consistency during the 2025 season. His path to becoming champion was paved with 12 victories at premier tracks including Daytona International Speedway, Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Texas Motor Speedway, Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lime Rock Park, Watkins Glen International, Richmond Raceway, Darlington Raceway, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, the Charlotte ROVAL, Martinsville Speedway, and Phoenix Raceway. This remarkable tally contributed to a dominant year, with Heim responsible for nearly all of Toyota’s wins in the Truck Series season.
Heim’s campaign was notable for his momentum in late summer and early fall, where he clinched three consecutive victories and claimed seven wins across a span of ten races. These achievements placed him at the forefront of the series and secured his position as a leading contender in every event.
Record-Breaking Performances and Career Milestones
Heim’s 2025 season statistics underscored his dominance and consistency. He achieved 19 top-five finishes and 21 top-10s, while also capturing seven pole positions. He set new Truck Series records for stage points accrued in a regular season—amassing 65—and for stage wins over a full season, totaling 23. Over the year, Heim led more than 1,500 laps, breaking the previous single-season Truck Series record.
With his victory at Phoenix Raceway, Heim increased his career win total in the Truck Series to 23, placing him second all-time among Toyota drivers, just behind Kyle Busch, who has 56 victories. This Phoenix win also marked Heim’s third consecutive appearance in the Championship 4, highlighting his repeated presence among the top competitors.
Steady Rise and Versatility Across NASCAR Tiers
Since joining the Truck Series, Heim has steadily risen through the ranks. The 2025 season marked his fifth in the series and his third full-time campaign with TRICON Garage. In the previous year, he notched six victories and ended the season second in the points standings after a Championship 4 appearance. In 2023, Heim won the regular season title with three wins and again advanced to the Championship 4. His 2022 season was notable for securing Rookie of the Year honors after winning two races in just 16 starts.
Extending his racing pursuits, Heim continued his development with 23XI Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series, participating in four events this year and bringing his career total to seven Cup Series starts. At Bristol Motor Speedway, Heim achieved his first top-10 finish in the highly competitive night race, crossing the line in sixth. He also took part in three Xfinity Series races this season with Toyota and Sam Hunt Racing, bringing his career Xfinity starts to 20, and claimed his best finish of the year—eighth place—during the Bristol event.
Joining the Elite Group of Truck Series Champions
Corey Heim’s success places him among an esteemed group of Toyota drivers who have celebrated Truck Series championships, including Ben Rhodes (2021), Brett Moffitt (2018), Christopher Bell (2017), Erik Jones (2015), Matt Crafton (2013 and 2014), Todd Bodine (2006 and 2010), and Johnny Benson (2008). Heim becomes the eighth driver to deliver a championship behind the wheel of a Toyota Tundra in the series.
This season’s triumphs further elevated Toyota’s legacy in the Truck Series, as the manufacturer achieved its 14th Manufacturers’ Championship and notched its 248th victory since entering NCTS competition in 2004.
The Significance of Heim’s Championship Run
Heim’s achievement resonates not only for his personal career but also for the ongoing evolution of the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series and Toyota’s influential role within it. His victory at Phoenix Raceway marks a significant milestone, inspiring future competitors and strengthening TRICON Garage’s reputation for developing winning drivers. The championship also underlines the competitive depth of the series, as names like Layne Riggs, Kaden Honeycutt, and established veterans remain in the spotlight.
Corey Heim’s journey from a promising young competitor, earning honors such as Rookie of the Year, to a celebrated Truck Series champion, signals the continued growth and excitement in NASCAR racing. With more years ahead for the Georgia native, all eyes will remain on Heim and his next steps as he builds on his championship foundation in upcoming seasons.
