Tyler Reif - NCTS Championship Race Recap
Event: NCTS Championship Race (150 laps / 150 miles)
Round: 25 of 25 (Season Finale)
Track: Phoenix Raceway
Location: Avondale, Arizona
Date & Time: Friday, October 31 | 7:30 PM ET
No. 41 McLaren Transport Chevrolet Silverado RST
Driver: Tyler Reif | Crew Chief: Mike Shiplett
Start: 13th | Stage 1: 20th | Stage 2: 13th
Finish: 9th | Driver Points: 51st | Owner Points: 35th
- Key Takeaway: Tyler Reif impressed in his NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series debut race and capped the night off with a great finish. Reif qualified the highest out of the four Niece Motorsports drivers in 13th and drove into the top-10 in the beginning laps of the race. Navigating through dirty air on older tires, the rookie learned a considerable amount and gained valuable experience. The No. 41 pit crew gained several positions on pit road which allowed him to make moves on late restarts. Crossing the line in ninth, Reif earned respect from his peers following the race.
- Tyler Reif's Post-Race Thoughts:
“Tonight was really cool; I think coming to a track that I knew really well helped me in my first Truck Series start. We executed in qualifying and through the race all night, and I got in the pit box well. Our delta was positive in the pits up until the last stop where we made a little mistake on my part and the crew’s part, but nothing we could really do about it. That wreck in front of us helped us out, and sometimes luck is more important than skill. We were able to put the restart together on the final overtime and came home P9. I think we probably could have had a little better finish, but definitely nothing to complain about. Thanks to everyone at Niece Motorsports, McLaren Transport, and Chevrolet for making this possible.”
About Niece Motorsports: Niece Motorsports is a professional auto racing team that has competed in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series (NCTS) since 2016. Founded by United States Marine Corps Veteran Al Niece, the team is owned by Josh Morris of DQS Solutions and Staffing and the Fowler Family of J.F. Electric and Utilitra. At its 80,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Salisbury, NC, Niece Motorsports is a full-service race vehicle build shop as well as a customizable fabrication shop for any manufacturing needs.
Follow the Team: To keep up to date with the latest team news, visit niecemotorsports.com or connect on Facebook and Instagram (@NieceMotorsports) as well as X (@NieceMotorsport).
About McLaren Transport: McLaren Transport, a division of DQS Solutions & Staffing, is a leader in automotive logistics, specializing in reliable, safe, and efficient transportation across the U.S. and Canada. Supporting its core transportation services, McLaren also offers warehousing, cross-docking, and supply chain solutions for temperature-sensitive goods. Strategically located near the Gordie Howe International Bridge, the company supports efficient border-crossing for clients across industries. Backed by DQS’s logistics and operational resources, McLaren delivers end-to-end solutions that drive efficiency, strengthen partnerships, and keep the automotive and logistics industry moving forward.
