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Martin Truex Sr.

American racing driver (1958–2025)

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Overview

Martin Truex Sr. (March 24, 1958 – January 17, 2025) was an American driver in the Busch North Series. He was the father of 2017 NASCAR Cup Series champion Martin Truex Jr. and NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Ryan Truex. Truex Sr. retired to advance Martin's career. He was one of the owners of the commercial fishing company Sea Watch International. Truex made 15 starts in the Busch Series from 1989 to 1998. His best finish came in 1994, when he finished 12th at Nazareth Speedway. Truex died in Huntersville, North Carolina, on January 17, 2025, at the age of 66.

NASCAR

(key) ( Bold – Pole position awarded by qualifying time. Italics – Pole position earned by points standings or practice time. * – Most laps led. )

Winston Modified Tour

Competed only in companion events with Busch North Series as BNS driver and ineligible for Busch Series points

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