Corey Heim isn’t just having a breakout year! He’s owning the 2025 NASCAR Truck Series. As the current points leader with multiple wins, poles, and a consistency that rivals seasoned veterans, Heim is proving he’s the real deal. But while fans see the trophies and top finishes, few know just how close he came to never making it this far.

Behind the polished fire suit is a story of near heartbreak, iRacing marathons, and a family scraping together enough cash to chase a dream on fumes. Heim’s rise is equal parts talent and tenacity—and it’s shining a not-so-subtle light on one of NASCAR’s toughest truths: racing is still as much about funding as it is about fast laps. And Corey Heim lived that tension up close.

Corey Heim’s grit behind the glory

Corey Heim didn’t grow up in a racing dy

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