As a reserve driver for Joe Gibbs Racing, Truex has to be ready for anything. "It's about knowing all the plays," he said.

The heartbreaking news brought prayers and well-wishes from fans and fellow drivers. Truex Jr., who retired from full-time racing at the end of last season, has announced that he will drive in next month’s Daytona 500. Truex Jr. won the Cup championship in 2017. He has 34 career victories.

Truex Sr., 66, was a native and longtime resident of Stafford, where he raised his daughter, Marsha McVey, and sons Martin Truex Jr., and Ryan Truex, both of whom grew up to become professional NASCAR racers, as well.

Martin Truex Sr., longtime racer in NASCAR's northeastern ranks and father of Martin Truex Jr. and Ryan Truex, died Friday at age 66.

The father of Martin Truex Jr. and Ryan Truex, Martin Truex Sr., has died at the age of 66. A statement from the family reads:

The loss of Martin Truex Sr. comes during a challenging time for the family, as Martin Truex Jr. had recently announced his participation in the 2025 Daytona 500 with TRICON Garage. This will be TRICON's debut in the Cup Series, and Truex Jr. aims to honor his father's legacy through during the event.

American motorsports has just suffered a painful loss. NASCAR legend Martin Truex Sr. passed away this Friday, January 17, at the age of 66. The former racer left behind a legacy t

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Honors Martin Truex Sr. with emotional tribute, celebrating his legacy and impact on racing.

at the age of 66. Truex Sr. was known for supporting the NASCAR careers of his sons, Martin and Ryan, after his racing days. Martin Truex Jr. is a 44-year-old professional stock car racing driver ...

the father of former NASCAR champion Martin Truex Jr., has died, Truex and his brother said in a statement. He was 66. “We are devastated by the loss of our father,” Martin Jr. and Ryan Truex ...

Impacted by Stewart-Haas Racing's decision to close its doors, its four formers drivers have found work elsewhere in the NASCAR Cup Series.