Heim Makes History: Matches NASCAR Truck Series Season Win Record at New Hampshire

The roar of engines at New Hampshire Motor Speedway told only part of the story Sunday. While 36 drivers battled for position on the flat one-mile oval, one name echoed through the grandstands louder than the rest: Corey Heim. The 22-year-old from Marietta, Georgia, didn’t just win at Loudon, but he made NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series history. With his commanding victory, sweeping both stages before taking the checkered flag, Heim tied Greg Biffle’s legendary season win record of nine victories, set back in 1999.

Standing in victory lane, sweat beading on his forehead and that familiar grin spreading across his face, Heim couldn’t contain his excitement.“It’s a dream come true to be able to race with these guys at TRICON,” he said, his voice carrying the weight of accomplishment mixed with genuine appreciation. “It seems like everywhere we go this year, we’re a contender or we win.”

Heim’s Dominant Performance Shows Championship Mettle

From the drop of the green flag, this looked like Heim’s race to lose. The No. 11 TRICON Garage Toyota driver controlled the pace early, navigating through multiple caution periods that turned New Hampshire into a survival contest.

The carnage started immediately. Connor Mosack, Brent Crews, and Tanner Gray found trouble in turn one on the opening lap, setting the tone for what would become an unusually chaotic day at the “Magic Mile.” But while others struggled with the demanding track conditions, Heim appeared unfazed.

He claimed Stage 1 under caution after Derek White’s mechanical failure sent him hard into the outside wall. The sight of White climbing from his damaged Ford served as a stark reminder of how quickly fortunes can change in NASCAR.

Playoff Drama Unfolds Behind the Leader

While Heim dominated up front, the real drama unfolded in the playoff battle behind him. The first round of eliminations hit hard, claiming both Chandler Smith and Jake Garcia from championship contention. Smith’s elimination stung particularly hard. The Front Row Motorsports driver ran strong all afternoon, eventually finishing second to Heim, but it wasn’t enough to advance.

You could see the disappointment etched on his face as he climbed from his #38 Ford, knowing he’d given everything but came up just short. The emotions boiled over throughout the field. When Jayson Alexander and Caleb Costner tangled, triggering a multi-truck accident that collected playoff contender Daniel Hemric, Alexander’s frustration exploded over the radio: “Are you serious, dude! What the hell was that?”

TRICON Garage Shows Why They’re the Team to Beat

Heim’s success isn’t happening in a vacuum. The TRICON Garage operation has become the gold standard in the Truck Series, with their attention to detail and preparation showing every weekend.”Can’t say enough about those guys,” Heim reflected on his team’s efforts. “We got four more races left, and I want to break that record.”

The confidence in his voice wasn’t arrogance. It was the quiet assurance of a driver who knows he’s got the best equipment and crew behind him. When Gio Ruggiero, also driving for TRICON, finished fourth in the #17 Toyota, it underscored the team’s depth and consistency.

Looking Ahead: History Within Reach

Now tied with Biffle’s mark, Heim sits just one victory away from owning the record outright. With four races remaining in the season, the opportunity feels inevitable rather than hopeful. The young driver’s maturity is evident in how he handles the pressure. Rather than getting caught up in the history-making potential, he’s focused on the fundamentals that brought him this far.

“Shoutout to Greg Biffle—he’s a great dude, and I’m honored to be able to compete with that,” Heim said, showing the respect for racing history that veteran drivers appreciate.

The Championship Picture Tightens

Behind all the record talk, there’s still a championship to be won. Heim’s nine victories have padded his playoff point total significantly, but nothing’s guaranteed in NASCAR’s elimination format. Ty Majeski finished fifth and remains a threat, while Grant Enfinger’s sixth-place run keeps him in the hunt.

The real wild card might be Rajah Caruth, who entered New Hampshire on the playoff bubble and managed to snag crucial stage points despite falling to seventh on the final restart. The beauty of NASCAR’s playoff system is that regular-season dominance like Heim’s doesn’t guarantee anything. One bad race, one mechanical failure, one wrong strategy call can flip the entire championship battle upside down.

What Makes This Record Special

Biffle’s 1999 record stood for nearly a quarter-century, spanning different eras of NASCAR competition. The trucks Heim drives today bear little resemblance to what Biffle wheeled to victory lane, making this achievement even more remarkable. The level of competition has intensified dramatically since 1999.

Where Biffle often faced part-time entries and smaller fields, Heim battles full-time professional operations every weekend. The margin for error has shrunk to almost nothing. Yet here he is, matching one of the series’ most enduring records with four races still to go. Heim’s pursuit of history continues next weekend, where NASCAR’s best truck drivers will gather knowing they’re witnessing something special.

Whether he breaks Biffle’s record or merely ties it, this season has already cemented Heim’s place among the series’ elite performers. The kid from Georgia came to New Hampshire with eight wins and left with nine, his eyes firmly fixed on making history his own.