The Talladega Superspeedway race had fans on the edge of their seats, but some drivers were left frustrated.
Niece Motorsports' NCTS Race Recap:
Event: Love's RV Stop 225 - a thrilling 85-lap, 226.1-mile race.
Round: 23 of 25, with the Playoffs Round of 8 heating up.
Track: The iconic Talladega Superspeedway.
Location: Talladega, Alabama, on October 17th.
No. 42 J.F. Electric Chevrolet Silverado RST:
Matt Mills, with Crew Chief Landon Polinski, started the race in 23rd position. But a pre-race driveshaft change meant starting at the back. The team played it safe, focusing on endurance. However, Mills endured scorching heat from the pedals, yet managed an impressive 19th-place finish.
Mills reflects, "It was tough... I thought the truck might be on fire!" Despite the challenges, they aimed for the top-10. But mechanical issues and handling struggles persisted. Still, they're optimistic for the next race.
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No. 44 Telcel Chevrolet Silverado RST:
Andrés Pérez de Lara, with Crew Chief Wally Rogers, started 22nd. Despite a strong start, he nearly got caught in early chaos. The rookie fought back, reaching the top-five. However, a green flag pit stop cost him, and he finished 17th.
Pérez de Lara shares, "We played it safe... but it didn't pay off." He's eager to improve at Martinsville and Phoenix. The team's strategy was controversial; was it too conservative?
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No. 45 DQS Solutions & Staffing Chevrolet Silverado RST:
Bayley Currey, with Crew Chief Phil Gould, started 20th. They planned a late push, but mechanical issues struck. Currey overcame speeding penalties, but a snapped driveshaft ended their race. Despite the setback, Currey praises the team's effort.
Currey says, "We had a great truck... just not our day." DQS Solutions & Staffing, J.F. Electric, and Precision Vehicle Logistics' hard work was cut short. But they're ready to bounce back.
DQS Solutions & Staffing: A rapidly growing company, ranked #22 nationally, dedicated to business excellence and community impact.
Niece Motorsports: A NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series powerhouse since 2016, with 9 wins and over 200 top-15 finishes. Founded by Al Niece, a Marine Corps veteran, it's now owned by Josh Morris and the Fowler family. Their Salisbury headquarters is a hub for vehicle building and customization.
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