Night Race at North Wilkesboro
The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series will light up North Wilkesboro Speedway on the night of Sunday, July 19, with the FaithFest 250 scheduled to start at 2:30 a.m. AEST, a timing that caters to both American and Asia‑Pacific audiences.
Layne Riggs, who currently tops the points standings, surprised many by posting a 18.502‑second lap to claim his sixth career pole. He credited a fortunate cloud break and the relentless work of his Front Row Motorsports crew for the performance.
Shane van Gisbergen, the New Zealand star now driving for Spire Motorsports in the #71 Chevrolet Silverado, will line up fourth after a 18.859‑second effort. His placement reflects a strong showing from the team despite a competitive field.
Carson Hocevar, the top‑ranked Spire driver, will start second in the #77 Silverado after a solid qualifying run, giving the organization a front‑row presence on the grid.
Veteran Chase Elliott, another Spire Motorsports entry, managed only sixth on the grid in his own Silverado, but the team remains upbeat about race‑day prospects.
The qualifying session also highlighted the continued partnership between Spire Motorsports and its technical allies, as well as the competitive edge of Front Row Motorsports, whose driver Riggs will lead the pack.
Fans can expect a tightly contested battle, with the early‑hour start adding a unique atmosphere as teams aim to capitalize on fresh tires and shifting track conditions under the lights.