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Corey Heim Claims Pole in Historic Ecosave 250 Race

10/4/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Corey Heim earned the pole for the inaugural Ecosave 250 at Charlotte Motor Speedway Roval, posting 96.492 mph.
The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series competes on the 2.28-mile road course for the first time, with teams needing to adapt due to limited data.
Layne Riggs qualified second. Daniel Hemric started 34th after a suspension failure in practice.

History

Historical Context

NASCAR launched the Craftsman Truck Series in 1995, diversifying its racing formats. By 2000, the series featured over 30 annual events, reflecting its growing popularity. The inaugural Ecosave 250 at Charlotte Motor Speedway Roval introduces a 2.28-mile road course, showcasing NASCAR's commitment to innovation and its aim to attract new audiences, potentially transforming the motorsports landscape.

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Story summary

Corey Heim earned the pole for the inaugural Ecosave 250 at Charlotte Motor Speedway Roval, posting 96.492 mph.
The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series competes on the 2.28-mile road course for the first time, with teams needing to adapt due to limited data.
Layne Riggs qualified second. Daniel Hemric started 34th after a suspension failure in practice.

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