Kyle Petty

Kyle Eugene Petty (born June 2, 1960) is an American former stock car racing driver and current racing commentator. He is the son of racer Richard Petty, grandson of racer Lee Petty, and father of racer Adam Petty, who was killed in a crash during practice in May 2000. Petty last drove the No. 45 Dodge Charger for Petty Enterprises, where he formerly served as CEO, his last race was in 2008. Petty made his major-league stock car debut at the age of 18 and became the youngest driver to win a major-league stock car race. He has had a successful career in racing and is now known for his commentating work in the sport.