Heim Dominates, Hill Snags Fastest Lap in NASCAR Weekend

Heim’s Commanding Truck Series Victory

The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series recently held its inaugural race at Connecticut’s Lime Rock Park. Corey Heim masterfully led almost the entire LiUNA 150, securing a dominant victory and maximum points. He led 99 of the race’s 100 laps, showcasing his remarkable skill and consistency.

Xfinity Series and Hill’s Achievement

Meanwhile, during the Xfinity Series race, Brandon Hill achieved the fastest lap. Despite facing mechanical issues and finishing five laps down, Hill secured his first Xfinity Fastest Lap Award of the season, and the first for Richard Childress Racing this year. He currently holds third place in the championship standings for the series.

Congratulations to Corey Heim on his victory in the #NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Lime Rock Park! Heim led 99 of 100 laps. pic.twitter.com/9r3cK86f43

— NASCAR on NBC (@NASCARonNBC) March 1, 2025

“The Xfinity Fastest Lap of 54.941 seconds was set by Heim around the 1.478-mile road course.”

—Source, Title

Heim’s exceptional performance at Lime Rock Park highlights the intense competition within NASCAR. Recent data indicates a rise in viewership, with approximately 3.5 million people tuning in to the last NASCAR race (NASCAR Stats 2024).

Series Standings and Future Prospects

The Georgia native, Corey Heim, now leads the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series standings. He has a 144-point lead over Chandler Smith, with five wins in the first 15 races of the season. His consistency and impressive record position him as a strong contender for the championship.