Kyle Busch‘s influence on Brexton’s racing is clear, as he shapes his son’s early motorsports career, taking a distinct approach compared to his own upbringing in Las Vegas. Busch, formerly guided by his father Tom Busch, is now supporting his son’s progression in go-karts and Legends cars, but under circumstances that reveal significant differences from the hands-on experience he had as a young racer.
Contrasting Childhood Racing Experiences
Busch’s childhood was deeply intertwined with motorsports, often working alongside his father in a two-car garage where race cars were prepared at home. This environment laid the foundation for his move through local bullring races before quickly climbing to modifieds and late models, ultimately earning a NASCAR Truck Series ride within three years.
Today, instead of a garage at home, Brexton has a dedicated shop for his cars and equipment, reflecting both changing times and the resources available to the Busch family. Despite having access to this facility, Kyle Busch points out the logistical differences and challenges in ensuring his son gets the hands-on exposure he once enjoyed.
“Things are definitely different between us. When I was a kid growing up, all of our cars, everything was at our house, like we had a shop. We had everything in a two-car garage, and we were just working on everything in the garage. Well, we’ve got a shop for Brexton because it’s full of everything under the sun.”
—Kyle Busch, Two-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion
The Modern Challenges of Supporting a Young Racer
Kyle Busch notes that the shop where Brexton’s race cars are kept is 45 minutes from their home, making frequent visits difficult due to travel time and family scheduling. As a result, Brexton currently visits the shop infrequently, balancing his efforts between racing and the demands of school and family activities.
“And he gets a chance to go to the shop, maybe once a week, maybe once every other week or so, to try to work and be with the team, learn the ropes, and figuring out things like that. But it’s 45 minutes from our house, so you’re going to waste an hour each way basically, of trying to get him to the shop and have him spend some time there.”
—Kyle Busch, Two-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion
Despite these hurdles, Busch emphasizes the importance of quality family time. While his travel schedule and commitments reduce the time he spends at home, he tries to prioritize shared activities, such as riding bikes, taking walks, or enjoying pool time with Brexton and his family. This approach marks a shift from the continuous mechanical work that defined his own youth, focusing instead on supporting Brexton in a well-rounded way.
Brexton’s Early Progress Compared to His Father’s Timeline
Brexton Busch’s milestones are coming early. He started impressing onlookers in go-karts at the age of five and is now, at ten, already racing in Legends cars—accelerating down a path that took his father longer to travel. While watching other young racing talents, like Keelan Harvick (Kevin Harvick’s son), look to Europe for Formula One aspirations, Kyle Busch remains intent on keeping Brexton’s racing education stateside.
“There are enough training courses here where I can be helpful as well,”
—Kyle Busch, Two-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion
Significance of Kyle Busch’s Approach for Brexton’s Future
Kyle Busch’s involvement ensures Brexton has access to strong developmental programs close to home, utilizing local resources and his own expertise instead of facing the upheaval of moving overseas. His experience, combined with a balance between racing and family life, is likely to shape Brexton’s journey in unique ways. As Brexton continues to make strides in grassroots motorsports, the hands-on yet balanced approach driven by his father’s legacy could become a defining factor in his growth both on and off the track.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Where will Kyle Busch go in 2026?
A. CONCORD, N.C. — On Saturday at Charlotte Motor Speedway, Kyle Busch and Richard Childress Racing announced that Busch will drive the No. 8 Chevrolet until the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season.
Q. Will Kyle Busch retire?
A. Kyle Busch mentioned that he isn’t thinking about retiring yet. He has signed a contract extension with Richard Childress Racing lasting until 2026.
