- Drivers wanting to compete in this type of truck racing must be at least 18 years of age. Prior to 2002, the minimum age was 16; however, due to the more mature types of race sponsors, drivers must now be at least 18.
- For a driver to be considered race worthy, they must compete using one of the four allowed makes of trucks. Teams can choose among the Dodge Ram, Ford F150, Chevrolet Silverado or the Toyota Tundra. Since the series inception, these have been the only types of trucks approved by NASCAR.
- Prior to each race, drivers must qualify for their starting positions. Each driver is given a speed trial, where the top-speed winner is placed on the pole position for the start of the race. In the event that time trials cannot be held, drivers are given their starting position based on owner's points.
- Unlike NASCAR's other top series, drivers in the truck series cannot both fuel up and change tires during the same pit stop. Drivers must first come in to the pits and take either, then return on a later lap to receive the others. This rule helps when determining race strategy.
- From season to season, there may be many changes in the series. These changes may include driver qualifications, models of trucks allowed and specifications for each truck. Those who do not follow the current set of guidelines are fined by NASCAR and may lose points in the championship standings.
