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NORTH WILKESBORO, NORTH CAROLINA – MAY 17: Tyler Ankrum, driver of the #18 LiUNA! Chevrolet, drives during the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Window World 250 at North Wilkesboro Speedway on May 17, 2025 in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)
Toyota has once again proven why it’s the team to beat in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. The manufacturer officially locked up its 14th Manufacturers’ Championship on Friday, October 24, 2025, following a record-breaking performance by Corey Heim.
Toyota has won the truck series manufacturer title.
— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) October 25, 2025
This marks Toyota’s third title in the last five seasons, adding another chapter to a legacy that began when it entered the Truck Series back in 2004. And get this, the title was clinched early, the result of a season that’s been nothing short of dominant.
Heim, a Toyota Development Driver with TRICON Garage, delivered his 11th win of the 2025 season at the Slim Jim 200, breaking the previous single-season victory record.
“The 2025 NASCAR Truck Series season has been a historic one for Toyota, culminating with our 14th Manufacturers’ Championship,” said Paul Doleshal, Motorsports, Toyota Motor, Partners and TRD General Manager, Sponsorships, North America. “We cannot thank our drivers and team personnel enough for their efforts and sacrifices in helping Toyota win this championship. It’s been a special year in the Truck Series, and we look forward to celebrating this tremendous feat.”
According to Speedway Digest, “Toyota supports TRICON Garage and Halmar-Friesen Racing in the NASCAR Truck Series. Since joining the series in 2004, Toyota has won 247 races and captured 188 poles in 518 races. In addition to this year’s title, Toyota also claimed the Manufacturers’ Championship in 2006 (12 wins); 2007 (13 wins); 2008 (13 wins); 2009 (14 wins); 2010 (15 wins); 2013 (13 wins); 2014 (18 wins); 2015 (14 wins); 2016 (14 wins); 2017 (12 wins); 2019 (12 wins); 2021 (15 wins); and 2022 (12 wins).”
Fan Reactions and Debate
As expected, social media lit up after the news broke. Reactions ranged from pride to pure chaos. One user, Kyle Vaughn, grumbled, “Foreigners winning an AMERICAN title. Shameful!” Another, DevinCook, joked, “Wow, it’s like nobody else can win except a single truck that’s 100% illegal.”
Of course, an early clinch always stirs debate. Some fans, like Louis Siegel, floated the idea of introducing a manufacturer’s playoff to keep the fight alive until the Phoenix finale.
The conversation reflects a broader question within NASCAR: Should the championship format reward season-long dominance, or save the suspense for the playoffs?
Corey Heim and the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series
Heim still has another card to play. After claiming the manufacturer’s title, his next target is the Driver’s Championship at Phoenix. In case he manages it, 2025 could be considered as one of the extremely dominant seasons in the history of the Truck Series.
The Truck Series, which is mostly regarded as NASCAR’s coming-of-age platform, still, through the distinct truck aerodynamics and tight racing, glorifies the stars of tomorrow. The ascent of Heim, in parallel with the progression of Kaden Honeycutt, a Toyota teammate, is a loud announcement of Toyota’s thorough commitment to the youth.
Legacy and What’s Next
Toyota’s victory is what defines the 2025 season as one of the most outstanding in the history of motorsport. Still, the somewhat negative reaction of the crowd to this may indicate that NASCAR has to find ways to keep fans engaged when such a thing as this happens.
Presently, the only place where the fans want to be is Phoenix, where Heim’s chase for the driver’s crown might be the icing on the cake for Toyota’s amazing season.
Dogli Wilberforce is a sports writer who covers NASCAR, Formula 1 and IndyCar Series for Heavy Sports. With bylines at Total Apex Sports and Last Word on Sports, Wilberforce has built a reputation for delivering timely, engaging coverage that blends sharp analysis with accessible storytelling. Wilberforce has covered everything from major football transfers to fight-night drama, bringing readers the insight and context behind the headlines. More about Dogli Wilberforce
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