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Corey Heim has signed a multiyear deal with 23XI Racing to be the organization’s first development driver. Heim will remain 23XI Racing’s reserve driver but will make multiple starts in…
Corey Heim has signed a multiyear deal with 23XI Racing to be the organization’s first development driver, continuing as the reserve driver while making multiple starts in the NASCAR Cup Series this season. His first race will be at Kansas Speedway in May driving the No. 67 Toyota, with Bootie Barker as crew chief. The agreement also includes Heim making starts in the Xfinity Series for Sam Hunt Racing, starting at Circuit of The Americas. Expressing excitement for the opportunity, Heim stated that it’s a dream come true to be part of 23XI and to race more in Cup and Xfinity this year, aiming for full-time Cup racing in the future. Heim, who competes full-time in the Craftsman Truck Series for Tricon Garage, has shown success with 12 wins in 66 starts and previously started three Cup races last season. 23XI Racing president Steve Lauletta emphasized the team’s satisfaction working with Heim last year and the plans to support his development within the Toyota family as he progresses in NASCAR. Heim’s approach to professional growth is also supported by Sam Hunt Racing, where he will work alongside 23XI to continue developing his skills, as he remains a part of the Toyota Driver Development Program.
