Corey Heim Truck Series Champion became a reality at Phoenix Raceway, where Heim clinched his first NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Championship following a chaotic overtime finish. The decisive victory on October 31 caps a remarkable season for Heim, who surged to the front after a dramatic late-race sequence that threatened to derail his title ambitions.
Heim Battles Through Turbulence for First Championship
After a promising season marked by 12 wins, Corey Heim faced a daunting challenge in the final laps at Phoenix. He lost ground due to a four-tire pit stop just before overtime, dropping out of the lead. Yet, undeterred, Heim charged forward, moving from tenth to second by daringly choosing an aggressive line on the first overtime restart, going seven-wide out of turn two. On the second and final overtime attempt, Heim started alongside Ty Majeski, who was aiming to defend his 2024 title. An incident in turn three involving Cole Butcher and Tyler Ankrum further shaped the decisive battle for the championship.
Championship Contenders Settle Finish in Tense Final Laps
The Championship 4 drivers—Heim, Majeski, Kaden Honeycutt, and Tyler Ankrum—were at the center of the action in the closing circuits. Ty Majeski secured second place, narrowly missing a second consecutive title. Kaden Honeycutt finished third, giving the Championship 4 a sweep of the top three positions. Tyler Ankrum’s hopes faded after he was caught in an overtime crash, a setback that dropped him to fourteenth by night’s end.
Strong Performances Round Out the Top 10
Outside the podium, Layne Riggs and Rajah Caruth rounded out the top five, marking strong runs to close their seasons. Placing sixth through tenth were Jake Garcia, Corey LaJoie, Chandler Smith, Tyler Reif, and Jack Wood, reflecting the depth of competition throughout the event.
Looking Ahead After a Unforgettable Season
The conclusion of the 2025 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season at Phoenix Raceway brings a brief pause in the action, with racing set to resume in 105 days at Daytona International Speedway. Fans and drivers alike now turn their sights to the season opener on February 13, 2026, anticipating the next chapter for returning contenders and the newly crowned Corey Heim Truck Series Champion.
