NASCAR Mourns the Loss of Martin Truex Sr. at 66

The former racer and father of Martin Truex Jr. and Ryan Truex leaves behind a legacy of racing excellence and family support.

Martin Truex Sr., a veteran NASCAR racer and father of Martin Truex Jr. and Ryan Truex, passed away at the age of 66.
Truex Sr. competed in 135 races in the NASCAR Busch North Series, securing a notable victory at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in 1994.
He retired from racing in the late 1990s to focus on supporting his sons' careers, both of whom have achieved significant success in NASCAR.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and other members of the NASCAR community paid heartfelt tributes, highlighting Truex Sr.'s impact as a racer and mentor.
Martin Truex Jr. plans to honor his father's legacy by driving the No. 56 car in the upcoming Daytona 500, marking TRICON Garage's Cup Series debut.