Biography of kyle petty

Kyle Petty is an auto racing icon, a champion of philanthropy and one of the most popular personalities in NASCAR.

Biography of kyle petty

The son of NASCAR Champion Richard Petty and grandson of NASCAR pioneer Lee Petty – Kyle followed in their footsteps, starting his 30-year NASCAR career as a Cup Series driver in 1979 at age 19, before also becoming an owner and media commentator.

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Kyle is a storied race car driver, a vibrant TV personality, a talented musician, a dedicated philanthropist, a published author and a motivational speaker.

Scroll down to learn more about Kyle's many different roles. 

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At present, Kyle also sits on the Board of Directors for Victory Junction (Chairmen Emeritus), Kyle Petty Charity Ride, Inc. (President), Kyle Petty Charity Ride Trust, Inc.

(President), the Drivers Advisory Council (NASCAR) and the Tosco Music Board of Advisors. In addition, he is a member of the Board of Trustees at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts