NASCAR Truck - Watkins Glen

Experience the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at Watkins Glen International, a premier motorsport event in Watkins Glen, New York. The trucks race on a 2.45-mile road course featuring 7 challenging turns and 115 feet of elevation change. Drivers push their 650-700 horsepower trucks to speeds of 180 mph on the famous circuit. Watkins Glen International offers excellent viewing opportunities with a capacity of 38,000 spectators. The track has a rich racing history dating back to 1948, with the NASCAR Truck Series first competing here in 1996. Fans value this event for its technical driving challenges on the short course configuration, which includes the notable "bus stop" chicane. The nascar-truck competition at Watkins Glen showcases young talented drivers and vehicles from Toyota, Chevrolet, and Ford. Watkins Glen International has earned recognition as "America's Best NASCAR Track" multiple times according to USA Today readers. This NASCAR Truck Series race delivers close competition and skilled driving as trucks navigate the demanding road course at one of America's most historic racing venues.