Just three days ago, Rajah Caruth secured his 2026 plans. The 23-year-old NASCAR Truck racer announced his new ride in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series. He will drive the No. 88 Chevrolet while flying the prestigious banner of JR Motorsports. Before he embarks on this new chapter, Caruth had a mission to accomplish. Yet as things came to pass in Martinsville, Caruth will end the 2025 season on a sad note.

All 8 playoff drivers started the Slim Jim 200 Craftsman Truck Series race with a lot of passion. Rajah Caruth was arguably the best in contention right after Corey Heim. What is more, he was getting comfortable with Martinsville Speedway – before a playoff rival got in his way. But Caruth chose to be calm.

Rajah Caruth blames it on Martinsville

Granted, the half-mile ‘Paperclip’ track o

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