During the SpeedyCash.com 250 in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series at Texas Motor Speedway, a handful of late-race cautions added drama to the event. However, veteran driver Kyle Busch managed to hold off a hard-charging field to secure a record-tying sixth victory in the series at this iconic track. His margin of victory over Corey Heim was a mere 0.112 seconds—a thrilling finish indeed!
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The NASCAR Truck Series race at Texas Motor Speedway saw this unusual crash unfold at the exit of Turn 2. An early caution created a buzz in the stands as it disrupted proceedings on lap 2. Fox on NASCAR took to X to share a video of the incident, showcasing a crash involving three trucks that resulted in significant damage due to mechanical issues to the #46.
Dramatic turns of events in an early crash
Thad Moffitt, one of the drivers, encountered a mechanical issue. His front wheels appeared to be locked to the left, causing him to veer outside of the racing groove.
Unfortunately, Moffitt’s trajectory led him back down the track, where he collided with Tyler Ankrum. The impact was significant, and both drivers were unable to continue.
Additionally, Memphis Villarreal was also caught up in the crash, further complicating the situation. In the end, the race itself was dominated by Kyle Busch, who secured victory after sweeping both stages. Making his fourth start for Spire Motorsports in the No. 7 Chevrolet Silverado, Busch held off his competitors to capture the checkered flag.
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