Corey Heim Impresses Again With Fifth-Place Phoenix Run

Corey Heim, the 24-year-old driver from Georgia, showcased his impressive talent once again as he climbed from the 36th starting position to finish fifth in the Freeway Insurance 500 at Phoenix. Despite a rough start, Heim managed to recover throughout the 312-lap event, demonstrating his remarkable speed and resilience in his Mobil 1 Camry.

He attributed his ascent through the pack to his car's performance, stating, "I had a lot of speed in our Mobil 1 Camry. Climbed through the field, just kind of picked our way through." This fifth-place finish marks Heim's fifth top-five result of the season, solidifying his reputation as a consistent performer for 23XI Racing. Looking ahead, Heim will transition to full-time competition in the NASCAR Cup Series for 23XI Racing in 2027, replacing Riley Herbst in the No. 35 Toyota.

Herbst will move to Legacy Motor Club for the 2027 season in the No. 84 Toyota. Heim's impressive record at the professional level includes 26 career wins in the Craftsman Truck Series, placing him fifth on the all-time wins list. Last season, he achieved a record 12 wins, clinching the 2026 Craftsman Truck Series championship.