Sunday Night Thunder: iRacing CMS Truck Series Takes on Daytona

iRacing CMS Truck Series

The virtual engines are ready to roar at Daytona International Speedway as the CMS Sunday Night Truck Series prepares for its fourth race of the 2025 season.

The popular CMS Sunday Night Truck Series continues its 2025 season with an upcoming race at the legendary Daytona International Speedway. This fourth race of the eight-race season promises intense oval racing action under the lights.

Event Details

The race takes place on Sunday, February 16th, 2025, with a packed evening schedule. Drivers will hit the track at 8:15 PM Eastern for practice, followed by qualifying at 9:15 PM. The main event kicks off at 9:25 PM and runs for nearly two hours.

Race Format

Drivers will battle through 100 laps on Daytona’s famous oval circuit. The event features:

  • Fixed setups for fair competition
  • A full hour of practice time
  • Quick two-lap qualifying session
  • Rolling start format
  • One fast repair available
  • Four sets of tires for the race
  • Realistic weather conditions
  • Dynamic track surface

Safety Guidelines

The first lap will be designated as an Orange Zone (OZ), covering the entire circuit. Race officials will review any contact during this period, and incident reports will be filed for any questionable racing behaviour.

Server Settings

  • Maximum fuel capacity: 100%
  • Damage multiplier: 20x
  • Session timing follows Eastern US time zone
  • Server session times: Practice at 12:00 PM, Qualifying at 1:30 PM, Race at 2:30 PM

This race marks the halfway point of the season, making it a crucial event for championship contenders. The high-speed draft racing at Daytona often produces close finishes and memorable moments.

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