Kyle Petty is an auto racing icon, a champion of philanthropy and one of the most popular personalities in NASCAR. The son of NASCAR Champion Richard Petty and grandson of NASCAR pioneer \u2013 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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
\u200bAt 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.<\/p>\n
When he’s not working, you can find Kyle at home in Charlotte, NC with his wife, Morgan, and their three young sons, Overton, Cotten and Davant.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"