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Championship contenders gear up for NASCAR Truck Series at Phoenix

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 4:10 AM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Championship contenders gear up for NASCAR Truck Series at Phoenix

Summary

The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series will hold the Zero Carbon Bioethanol 150 at Phoenix Raceway on October 16 at 7:30 p.m. ET. This race marks a critical stage in the postseason, with drivers Layne Riggs and Kaden Honeycutt being key contenders. Riggs enters the race after a victory at Charlotte, while Honeycutt showed strong performance by leading laps. The Phoenix track, with its demanding layout and tire management challenges, is expected to test the drivers. Teams will focus on strategy and handling as they aim for valuable points in the championship standings.

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By the Numbers

•Race scheduled for October 16 at 7:30 p.m. ET at Phoenix Raceway.
•Layne Riggs won at Charlotte and seeks to continue his success.
•Kaden Honeycutt led the most laps in Charlotte but was passed late.
•Drivers face challenges in handling and tire management at Phoenix.
•Points at Phoenix are crucial for advancing in the championship.

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4:10 AMYahoo Sports — NASCAR Truck Series Preview: Championship Battle Heats Up at Phoenix

What they're saying

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The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series heads to Phoenix Raceway this Friday for the Zero Carbon Bioethanol 150 Powered by POET, with the championship battle entering another important stage of the postseason. The 150-mile race is scheduled for October 16 at 7:30 p.m. ET, with coverage on FS2. The one-mile Arizona oval will host 150 laps…
— Yahoo Sports

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