In the highly competitive world of NASCAR, Tyler Ankrum’s rise from a Southern California ranch kid to Truck Series title contender turned many heads. But behind success as a young driver is the steady hand of family. Born in San Bernardino in 2001, Ankrum often credits his grounded start to parents who traded easy living for their son’s dirt tracks and dreams. As he looks to win this year’s Truck Series championship, a peek into Rick and Michelle Ankrum’s lives reveals the roots fueling his fire.

Who are Tyler Ankrum’s parents?

Rick Ankrum, Tyler’s dad, runs Modern Meat, Inc., a family business in San Bernardino right off Waterman and Baseline avenues, where he’s served as president for years. Growing up in the Inland Empire, Rick also tried quarter midget racing as a kid, but couldn’t

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