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

Simply put, he was our hero and a great man. We appreciate everyone’s thoughts and prayers and ask for privacy at this time.” Truex Family PR - Speedway Digest Staff - January 17, 2025

Martin Truex Jr.'s father passes away at 66, leaving a racing legacy. Truex Jr. honors him by competing in Daytona 500.

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

Martin Truex Jr. may have his hands full at the Daytona 500, where he’ll attempt to qualify with a team making its NASCAR Cup Series debut.

Two 150-mile qualifying races set the field for the Daytona 500 on Thursday, Feb. 13. The first duel will set the order of the inside lane behind the pole sitter, while the second duel will set the order of the outside lane. (E.G., Duel No. 1 winner will start third, Duel No. 2 winner will start fourth, etc.)

Martin Truex Sr., the father of NASCAR racers Martin Truex Jr. and Ryan Truex, has passed away at the age of 66. A statement from the Truex family confirmed the passing of the former racer.

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

Tricon Garage, which competes in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, will field a Daytona 500 entry for former Cup champion Martin Truex Jr. It marks the first Cup event for the Toyota team.

Martin Truex Jr. will have to earn his way into the Daytona 500. Former NASCAR champ will drive a Toyota for Tricon Garage with Joe Gibbs' help.