Ty Majeski secured the pole position for the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season opener at Daytona International Speedway on February 13, clocking a leading lap speed of 176.883 mph. He outpaced former Daytona 500 winner Michael McDowell, who earned the second starting spot alongside him.
Top Qualifiers and Full Starting Order Details
Tanner Gray, Carson Hocevar, and Grant Enfinger followed Majeski and McDowell to complete the top five qualifiers. Behind them in positions six through ten were Tyler Ankrum, Kaden Honeycutt, Jake Garcia, Gio Ruggiero, and Chandler Smith. Mini Tyrrell received a provisional entry under NASCAR’s new manufacturer provisional rules for RAM teams, resulting in 37 trucks starting the race. Drivers Toni Breidinger, Norm Benning, Greg Van Alst, Tyler Tomassi, Justin Carroll, Bryan Dauzat, and Timmy Hill did not qualify.
Season Opener Set for Daytona Speedway with Broadcast Details
The season commencement for the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series is scheduled at Daytona International Speedway on February 13, with race coverage starting at 7:30 p.m. ET on FOX Sports 1. This event marks the first contest of the 2026 series, featuring a strong and competitive lineup.
