Martin Truex Sr., the father of former NASCAR champion Martin Truex Jr., has died, according to a statement from his sons.

Martin Truex Jr ... announced Thursday that Truex will drive the No. 56 Toyota in the “Great American Race,” scheduled Sunday, Feb. 16 (2:30 p.m. ET, FOX, MRN Radio, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio).

Martin Truex Sr., a veteran racer in the former NASCAR Busch North Series whose sons became next-generation stars, has died. He was 66 years old. The news was announced Friday in a statement from ...

Martin Truex Jr. (left) poses with his father Martin Truex Sr. in front of his No. 56 NASCAR Busch Series car during the 2000 season. The elder Truex passed away on Friday at the age of 66.

Martin Truex Jr. announces devastating loss of motorsport icon father at 66. More James Gilbert/Getty Images He etched his name into the racing circuits with 135 races. One of his memorable ...

Martin Truex Sr., the father of former NASCAR champion Martin Truex Jr. has died, Truex and his brother said in a statement. He was 66. “We are devastated by the loss of our father,” Martin Jr ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Martin Truex Sr., the father of former NASCAR champion Martin Truex Jr., has died, Truex and his brother said in a statement. He was 66. "We are devastated by the loss of our ...

Martin Truex Jr. may be retired from full-time competition in the NASCAR Cup Series, but the 2017 NASCAR Cup Series champion isn't staying away for very long. Truex, 44, will pilot the No. 56 ...