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July 14, 2026 4 min read
What does it really take to compete in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series?
During race weekend at Lime Rock Park, Vtwins to V8s was granted exclusive behind-the-scenes access with Niece Motorsports for an inside look at the people, preparation, and processes that make race day possible.
For two unforgettable days, we experienced parts of race weekend that few fans ever get to see. We walked through the garage, toured the race haulers, stood on the pit box during qualifying, watched NASCAR technical inspections up close, and spent time with the drivers, crew members, and team personnel whose dedication keeps these trucks performing at the highest level.
While most race coverage focuses on the action once the green flag drops, our goal is to tell the stories behind the competition. We wanted to understand how a professional NASCAR team operates, meet the people who make it happen, and share the passion, preparation, and teamwork that often goes unnoticed.
Throughout the weekend we captured exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, candid conversations, and hundreds of photos and videos documenting every part of the experience. Whether you're a lifelong NASCAR fan, a motorsports enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates seeing how talented people work together toward a common goal, we think you'll enjoy what we've brought back.
This page serves as the official home for our complete Lime Rock coverage. Every new interview, feature story, video, and photo gallery will be added here as it's released, creating a growing collection that lets you experience the entire weekend right alongside us.
Welcome behind the scenes.
Our Lime Rock coverage is organized into four collections. As each story is published, links will be added below, making this page the complete archive for our weekend with Niece Motorsports.
Before the interviews officially started, Ben Maier was describing his driving style when Landen Lewis couldn't resist having a little fun. These unscripted moments remind us that behind every helmet is a real person.
🎥 Ben & Landen: The Best Stories Happen Off the Track
Go behind the scenes with Niece Motorsports driver Landen Lewis as he shares what it takes to compete in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. From race preparation and teamwork to lessons learned from veteran mentors, this interview offers an inside look at life behind the wheel.
→ Read the article & watch the interview
Meet one of NASCAR's rising young drivers as Ben talks about balancing racing, school, and the dedication required to compete at the national level.
Get to know one of NASCAR's international rising stars as Andrés discusses his path to the Truck Series, adapting to American racing, and chasing his next victory.
Every successful race team is built on the knowledge, experience, and dedication of the people working behind the scenes. These stories highlight the men and women whose work often goes unnoticed but is essential to every lap completed on track.
Coming Features
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Interior Specialist
Race Operations
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Go beyond the garage and discover what really happens during a NASCAR race weekend through exclusive access and firsthand experiences.
Featured Stories
Published July 2026
Most fans see the crash. We wanted to understand what happens next.
After Landen Lewis returned to pit road following an on-track incident at Lime Rock, we had the opportunity to listen as the Niece Motorsports crew assessed the damage, explained why the nose was their biggest concern, and walked us through the strategy that put the No. 45 truck back in sixth position.
This is exactly the kind of conversation most fans never get to hear.
🎥 Watch the Video | 📖 Read the Story
🚨 Why Do NASCAR Truck Teams Tape Up the Nose?
Published July 2026
Most fans see the tape. Few know what it's actually doing.
During our exclusive behind-the-scenes access with Niece Motorsports at Lime Rock Park, Crew Chief Phil Gould explained why teams tape the nose, brake ducts, and grille openings—and how even small changes can affect cooling, downforce, and race-day performance.
It's one of those details that's easy to overlook but plays a critical role in how a NASCAR Craftsman Truck performs on the track.
🎥 Watch the Video | 📖 Read the Story
Explore our favorite moments from Lime Rock Park, including behind-the-scenes access, driver interviews, garage activity, race day preparations, and exclusive photographs from throughout the weekend.
Gallery coming soon.
Founded in 2016, Niece Motorsports has established itself as one of the premier organizations in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. Known for developing talented drivers and building competitive race trucks, the team competes at some of the most iconic tracks in North America while continuing to grow the next generation of NASCAR talent.
Our sincere thanks go to Leighton Sibille, Paige Martin, the drivers, crew members, mechanics, engineers, and everyone at Niece Motorsports for welcoming us into their world. Their generosity, professionalism, and willingness to share their stories made this experience possible, and we're honored to bring those stories to the Vtwins to V8s community.
This is only the beginning.
Over the coming weeks we'll continue releasing exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes features, race weekend highlights, and photo galleries from Lime Rock Park. Every new piece of content will be added to this page, making it the definitive collection of our weekend with Niece Motorsports.
Be sure to bookmark this page and check back often as the series continues to grow.
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Thank you for joining us on this journey. We can't wait to share what's coming next.
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