Todd Gilliland is preparing for the upcoming Todd Gilliland Iowa Speedway Race with optimism, following a strong sixth-place finish at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway earlier this season. The NASCAR driver, who earned his third top-10 finish of the year in that race, is aiming to build on this momentum as he returns to the 0.875-mile track in Newton, Iowa.
Gilliland has previously competed once at Iowa Speedway in 2024, where he started 14th and finished 12th. However, his history at the venue runs deeper through his experience in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West, where he boasts two victories from two starts in 2016 and 2017. This background gives him a strong foundation to challenge for success in his next appearance.
Team Support and Sponsorship Focus Ahead of the Race
For this weekend’s race, Love’s Travel Stops will once again be the primary sponsor on Gilliland’s Ford Mustang Dark Horse. Fans can engage with the team by downloading the Love’s Connect App, which offers various perks including savings of 10 cents per gallon on gasoline and up to 25 cents per gallon on diesel, alongside special mobile-only deals throughout the summer.
Gilliland’s Confidence Grows As Season Progresses
Reflecting on his recent performances, Gilliland expressed growing confidence heading into Iowa.
“I’m feeling confident heading into Iowa,”
he said.
“We had a strong run at Indy, and that’s something we can build on. The season hasn’t quite lived up to expectations so far, but things are starting to click. The team’s finding its rhythm, and I think over the next few races, you’ll start to see a real shift in our performance.”
—Todd Gilliland, NASCAR driver
As the season advances, Gilliland and his team are focused on closing the gap to the leaders. His previous successes at Iowa Speedway and his recent form suggest that a breakthrough performance is within reach, making the upcoming race a critical opportunity to elevate his standings in the series.
