Rhodes Returns to ThorSport Racing

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It was announced this afternoon that Ben Rhodes will return to ThorSport Racing which ultimately finalizes ThorSport Racing's 2017 Lineup with the announcement of the addition of Cody Coughlin and Grant Enfinger along with the return of two time NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Champion Matt Crafton.
Ben Rhodes will return to ThorSport Racing in 2017, where he will pilot the #27 Alpha Energy Solutions Toyota Tundra. Rhodes future was uncertain earlier in the offseason but today just locked everything up for a return. Rhodes raced for ThorSport in 2016 where he gained 2 Top-5's, 5 Top-10's, and 1 pole. Rhodes finished 4th in Rookie Of The Year Standings and gained a 14th place finish in points.
Eddie Troconis will be the crew chief for Rhodes in 2017 moving over from the #13 that was driven by Cameron Hayley. Troconis has overseen 7 Top-5's with a best finish of 2nd twice with Cameron Hayley last season along with 16 Top-10's. He's been the crew chief for Justin Lofton, Mike Skinner, Christopher Bell, Gray Gaulding, Matt Tifft, and most recently Cameron Hayley. For all your latest news concerning Ben Rhodes, ThorSport Racing, and the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, stay tuned to The Motorsports News Source. (Koelle,2017)