By Beth Lunkenheimer

Content Director Beth heads up management of our 30-person staff, acting as Tom’s main assistant with technology and personnel while working as Frontstretch’s Truck Series expert. The author of Truckin’ Thursdays and the coordinator of the site’s pre and post-race coverage, she also runs a periodic charity column that spotlights when NASCAR gives back. A childhood transplant to Texas, Beth is a 15-year writing veteran who has contributed content to BRANDT and Athlon Sports, among other outlets.

Tearing Apart the Trucks: Let’s Go Racing Boys!

May 23, 2022February 5, 2009 By Beth Lunkenheimer

Here we are again. Another offseason is coming to a close and the Truck Series is ready to hit the track once again. Time to shake the cobwebs out of your head and get ready for what should be yet another exciting season of Truck Series racing. For the first time since its inaugural year, …

2008 NASCAR Driver Review: Mike Skinner

November 6, 2021January 12, 2009 By Beth Lunkenheimer

Mike Skinner served as a fill-in driver for three different teams this season.

2008 NASCAR Driver Review: Kurt Busch

November 6, 2021December 10, 2008 By Beth Lunkenheimer

In a season that was disappointing, to say the least, Kurt Busch struggled to simply remain on the lead lap in quite a few races – he actually finished off the lead lap in half the races run, a once-unthinkable scenario for Penske’s No. 2 Dodge.

Running Their Mouth: 2008 Ford 400 at Homestead

May 16, 2022November 17, 2008 By Beth Lunkenheimer

This week, here’s a sneak peek at what a select few were thinking following the Ford 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

Tracking the Trucks: 2008 Ford 200 at Homestead

May 15, 2022November 16, 2008 By Beth Lunkenheimer

In a Nutshell: Todd Bodine took the checkered flag 0.232 seconds ahead of rookie Brian Scott to win the Ford 200 Friday night at Homestead-Miami Speedway. After starting 18th, Bodine took the lead with just four laps remaining and held on through a green/white/checkered finish to score his third win this season. Meanwhile, Johnny Benson …

Tearing Apart the Trucks: Craftsman’s Truck Series Tenure Ends in Style

May 15, 2022November 13, 2008 By Beth Lunkenheimer

Here we are at the end of yet another year of Craftsman Truck Series racing. It sure has been fun watching Ron Hornaday Jr. and Johnny Benson swap the top spot in the standings. With just one race remaining on the schedule to settle it all, the championship is still up for grabs. Benson currently …

Running Their Mouth: 2008 Checker O’Reilly Auto Parts 500 at Phoenix

May 13, 2022November 10, 2008 By Beth Lunkenheimer

This week, here’s a sneak peek at what a select few were thinking following the Checker Auto Parts 500 presented by Pennzoil at Phoenix International Raceway.

Tracking the Trucks: 2008 Lucas Oil 150 at Phoenix

May 11, 2022November 10, 2008 By Beth Lunkenheimer

In a Nutshell: Kevin Harvick took the checkered flag 0.940 seconds ahead of Kyle Busch to win the Lucas Oil 150 Friday night at Phoenix International Raceway. Harvick led the field to the green flag with eight laps remaining, and despite the hard charge Busch made, the driver and owner of the No. 2 Chevrolet …

Running Their Mouth: 2008 Dickies 500 at Texas

May 10, 2022November 3, 2008 By Beth Lunkenheimer

This week, here’s a sneak peek at what a select few were thinking following the Dickies 500 at Texas Motor Speedway.

Tracking the Trucks: 2008 Chevy Silverado 350K at Texas

May 10, 2022November 3, 2008 By Beth Lunkenheimer

In a Nutshell: Ron Hornaday Jr. took the checkered flag 0.958 seconds ahead of Kyle Busch to win the Chevy Silverado 350K Friday night at Texas Motor Speedway. Hornaday earned his way back onto the lead lap, took the top spot on lap 108 and never looked back. Johnny Benson, Todd Bodine and rookie Colin …