Brexton Busch, the 10-year-old son of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch, will officially continue his family’s motorsports legacy with his Junior Late Model debut at Madera Speedway in 2026. The Busch racing family dynasty is set to expand as Brexton takes the next step in his young career, joining a competitive division in California.
Brexton Busch Prepares for Junior Late Model Series Debut
Announcing his plans on X, Brexton Busch revealed his entry into the Junior Late Model division with Wilson Motorsports, where he will drive the #18B car. This opportunity marks his graduation from cars designed for his age group as he enters a class open to drivers aged 10 to 16. The cars in this category feature GM 602 crate engines producing 350 horsepower before junior-specific restrictions are applied. Competitors also use an 8-inch Hoosier 970 tire, adding to the unique challenges of the division.
Brexton has shown considerable enthusiasm for the coming season and outlined his race schedule for 2026 at Madera Speedway. He will participate in eight events at the California track, solidifying his introduction to this new level of competition.
Brexton’s 2026 Race Dates at Madera Speedway
The scheduled dates for Brexton Busch’s eight race entries in the Junior Late Model series are as follows:
1. March 14th
2. April 11th
3. May 16th
4. June 13th
5. July 11th
6. August 22nd
7. September 19th
8. October 10th
Sharing his excitement about the new challenge, Brexton stated:
“I’m excited to make my Junior Late Model debut this spring!! I get to race 8 times at Madera Speedway in California, my schedule is below! Can’t wait for this new opportunity!!”
– Brexton Busch, aspiring racer
Brexton’s Rising Success and Background
Before advancing to the Junior Late Model class, Brexton Busch built an impressive record in youth racing. In the 2025 season, he claimed the INEX Bandolero Bandits National Championship, achieving 23 victories and reaching the podium 28 times out of 33 starts. He amassed 31 additional wins across various categories, and notably captured his first Legend Car race victory in only his fifth appearance. These accomplishments highlight his potential as a third-generation driver in the Busch family, who have deep roots in motorsports.
Kyle Busch’s Vision for the Family Racing Legacy
Kyle Busch, currently a NASCAR Cup Series driver for Richard Childress Racing, has openly discussed plans for father-son racing in future Truck Series events. He described his intentions during a 2023 appearance on the Cars & Culture podcast with Jason Stein. Outlining his hopes for their careers, Busch explained his desire to pass the torch and race alongside his son, stating:
“In a perfect world, I would retire from Cup racing when Brexton is 15 years old, and I would go run a year of Truck… When Brexton turns 16, him and I can split that Truck where he can run the shorter track races and I can run the bigger track races… My dad was a racer, I’m a racer now, my son, third generation racer. So we’ve got this racing family dynasty all planned out, but he’s having a great time with it. He’s enjoying it a lot.”
– Kyle Busch, NASCAR champion
Kyle Busch’s career in the Truck Series is marked by 67 wins, 144 top-ten finishes, and 23 pole positions over 23 years, including his final appearance at Glen in the 2025 Mission 176 race. His aspiration to compete with Brexton signals a unique chapter in NASCAR history, with two generations sharing the track.
The Future of the Busch Family Dynasty in Racing
The upcoming 2026 season at Madera Speedway represents a pivotal moment for Brexton Busch, as he seeks to build on his earlier accomplishments and uphold his family’s legacy in American motorsports. The racing community will watch closely as this next generation competes, potentially setting the stage for father-son matchups in the years ahead. With Kyle Busch’s strategic vision and Brexton’s emerging talent, the Busch racing family dynasty appears poised for continued influence in NASCAR and beyond.
I’m excited to make my Junior Late Model debut this spring!! I get to race 8 times at Madera Speedway in California, my schedule is below! Can’t wait for this new opportunity!!😎💪🏻
Madera JLM Schedule:
• March 14th
• April 11th
• May 16th
• June 13th
• July 11th
• August… pic.twitter.com/tBW1HHXwxt— Brexton Busch (@brextonbusch) January 20, 2026
