Qualifying Highlights at North Wilkesboro
The NASCAR Truck Series rolled into North Wilkesboro Speedway for a highly anticipated weekend, with the qualifying session determining the starting order for the upcoming race. Fans gathered under clear skies as drivers pushed their trucks to the limit on the half‑mile concrete oval.
Layne Riggs emerged as the fastest qualifier, posting a blistering lap of 18.502 seconds to claim the pole position. His performance set the tone for a competitive field, highlighting the young driver’s growing momentum in the series.
Close behind, Carson Hocevar secured second spot with a lap of 18.518 seconds, while Christopher Bell followed in third at 18.571 seconds. The top ten was tightly packed, with Corey Heim, Giovanni Ruggiero, and Chase Elliott rounding out the early positions, each posting times within a fraction of a second of one another.
The remainder of the lineup featured Kaden Honeycutt in seventh, Grant Enfinger eighth, Chandler Smith ninth, and Stewart Friesen closing the top ten. Practice sessions the day before had already hinted at strong performances from several of these drivers, setting the stage for an exciting race day.
Beyond the starting grid, the event underscores North Wilkesboro’s storied history in American motorsport. The track, located in North Carolina, continues to attract both veteran competitors and rising talent, contributing to the rich tapestry of the Truck Series schedule.