NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series
Short tracks, big pickups, and tight racing. Tomorrow's stars start here.
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The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series is NASCAR's national touring series for pickup-bodied race trucks. It began in 1995 as the SuperTruck Series, and Mike Skinner won the first championship. Truck racing grew out of off-road and pickup racing, and it was one of the biggest additions to NASCAR's national ladder in decades. The trucks are powerful V8 machines with tube-frame chassis. Their bodies are styled after Ford, Chevrolet, Ram and Toyota pickups, and the racing is close and physical.
Fans love the Truck Series because the racing is hard, honest, and often wild. The trucks are tough to handle, restarts get crowded, and short tracks put drivers on top of each other. It is also a place to spot future stars. Greg Biffle and Carl Edwards both raced trucks on their way up, and experienced veterans have long mixed with young drivers chasing a break. Many fans say it delivers some of NASCAR's best value and most unpredictable finishes.
How it works
- Trucks qualify to set the starting grid, then race a set distance. The first to the checkered flag wins.
- Races are split into segments called stages, with points handed out along the way. Check the broadcast for the current format.
- Cautions bunch up the field, and pit stops decide a lot. Fresh tires, fuel and track position can turn a race around.
- Points across the season set the championship picture, and a playoff format decides the title. Your live data on this page shows where things stand.
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2026 schedule
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Fan tips
- Bring ear protection. Race trucks are loud, and kids especially need it in the grandstands.
- Get there early. Truck races often share a weekend with other series, so you can see practice, qualifying and more than one race.
- Use a scanner or radio app if the track offers one, so you can hear crew chiefs and drivers during the race.
- Keep an eye on the rookies and the young drivers. Many of tomorrow's Cup names get their first wins in trucks.
Legends of NASCAR Trucks
Books, biographies and collectibles about the series' greats.
FAQ
What is the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series?
It is one of NASCAR's three national series, alongside the Cup Series and the second-tier series. Drivers race truck-bodied stock cars on paved ovals, road courses and, at times, dirt. It started in 1995.
How are the trucks different from Cup cars?
The trucks look like pickups and run on a different chassis and body package from Cup cars. They are generally less sophisticated machines, so the drivers' skill tends to show more. Racing is often tighter and more aggressive as a result.
Do Cup drivers race in the Truck Series?
Yes, some higher-level drivers have raced trucks over the years, and many have won in them. Rules about how often a driver can enter have changed over time, so check the latest NASCAR rules before assuming anything.
Where can I watch the Truck Series?
You can see races at the track or on TV and streaming. Broadcast partners change from time to time, so check the schedule and viewing info shown elsewhere on this page for the current setup.