Kyle Larson High Limit Racing has been awarded a significant accolade by the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame on December 19, recognizing the achievements of Kyle Larson and Brad Sweet as driving forces in the sport. The Kubota High Limit Racing series, overseen by Larson and Sweet, was honored for its outstanding growth and influence as a national 410 winged sprint car tour after a breakthrough season.
Formed in 2022 by NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson and six-time sprint champion Brad Sweet, the Kubota High Limit Racing series has rapidly become one of the leading dirt racing organizations in the country, completing three full touring seasons. This venture has brought new attention to the dirt racing world and increased both competition and fan engagement.
Liftoff for High Limit Racing: Recognition from the Hall of Fame
The latest Sprint Car Hall of Fame’s National 410 Poll Awards clearly highlighted the rise of High Limit Racing. Both Kyle Larson and Brad Sweet were chosen as Promoters of the Year for their roles in shaping and expanding this innovative sprint car series. The team marked the occasion with recognition on social media, sharing:
“Rome wasn’t built in a day, but they were laying bricks every hour.” That’s what these two have been doing ever since High Limit was created. And now in 2025, @BradSweetRacing & @KyleLarsonRacin are named Promoters of the Year from the @SprintCarHOF National 410 Poll Award!”
The spirit and consistent development referenced in the statement emphasizes how Larson and Sweet’s work has pushed the High Limit Racing platform to national prominence.
Celebrating Driving Excellence and Team Achievements
The award ceremony also applauded outstanding on-track performances from the past season. Rico Abreu captured widespread attention by becoming the High Limit Racing champion, marked by 21 impressive race victories. This success led to Abreu being named both Driver of the Year and earning Team of the Year honors alongside the Rico Abreu/Curb-Agajanian Racing crew. Additionally, Brad Sweet was singled out for his broader impact, receiving the Thomas J. Schmeh Outstanding Contribution to the Sport Award, highlighting his influence beyond his own racing achievements.
High Limit Racing affiliates featured across several major award categories. Doug Johnson from Huset’s Speedway was recognized as the 410 Promoter of the Year, reinforcing the strength and reach of tracks within the series. Tony LaPorta, known for his work in the pits, was designated National 410 Media Member of the Year, while Justin Fiedler of Dirtrackr.com also earned Media Member recognition. In technical innovations, awards went to CASM Safety and Toyota Racing Development, underlining the importance of advancing safety and engineering within sprint car racing.
Kyle Larson’s Competitive 2025 Season and Upcoming Challenges
Kyle Larson maintained a strong presence on the track throughout the 2025 Kubota High Limit Racing schedule. He secured a notable victory at Eldora Speedway’s Joker’s Jackpot, claimed second-place finishes at both Fremont and Texas Motor Speedway, and showed consistent performance at Red Cedar, Lucas Oil Speedway, and Kokomo. As the 2026 calendar approaches, the series will kick off at Las Vegas Motor Speedway from March 12 to 14 and conclude with the All-In Championship Weekend at Texas Motor Speedway on October 16-17, setting up another season full of high expectations and competitive intensity.
Introducing the Franchise Model: High Limit Racing’s New Era
Earlier this year, major structural changes were announced for High Limit Racing, with a franchise-based system debuting in 2026. Ten teams will be awarded permanent franchise slots, promising stable financial returns and long-term benefits independent of weekly competition outcomes. These franchise cards will be evaluated each year based on a rolling two-year points average, allowing those with higher rankings to receive larger guaranteed prize distributions.
From 2026 to 2029, increasing prize money will be shared among the franchises, starting at a guaranteed $2.6 million for the top 10 teams in the system’s inaugural year. Additional franchise cards will become available in later years based on performance achievements, all while maintaining the benefits for existing franchises.
This innovative approach coincides with NASCAR’s own evolution, as the Cup Series prepares to launch a permanent charter system in 2026. Although the structure of NASCAR’s charters is yet to be finalized after a high-profile legal dispute involving 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, the steps taken by High Limit Racing position it as a pioneer among dirt racing organizations in terms of financial security and organizational stability.
Kyle Larson’s Expanding Racing Commitments
Looking ahead, Kyle Larson’s racing schedule is set to remain packed. He will travel to Australia later this month to compete in the High Limit International at Perth Motorplex, an event he previously won in its first edition. Upon returning to the U.S., Larson will participate in additional winged sprint car races near Tulsa and will also be supporting his children as they take part in Chili Bowl-adjacent events. Meanwhile, the NASCAR Cup Series is set to resume on February 1 with the Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium, launching another intense season for Larson as both a competitor and a promoter, as he and Brad Sweet prepare High Limit Racing for its bold new phase in 2026.
The recognition from the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame, coupled with major organizational changes, cements the legacy of Kyle Larson High Limit Racing as a leading force in American dirt racing. As the series continues to evolve, its influence on the broader motorsports world is expected to expand, fostering ambition and innovation both on and off the track.
“Rome wasn’t built in a day, but they were laying bricks every hour.”
That’s what these two have been doing ever since High Limit was created.
And now in 2025, @BradSweetRacing & @KyleLarsonRacin are named Promoters of the Year from the @SprintCarHOF National 410 Poll Award! pic.twitter.com/ma0cxToTSz
— High Limit Racing (@HighLimitRacing) December 19, 2025
