Kaz Grala

Kaz Edward Grala is an American professional stock car racing driver known for competing part-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, driving the No. 24 Toyota GR Supra for Sam Hunt Racing and the No. 5 Chevrolet SS for Our Motorsports. He also serves as the simulation and reserve driver for Legacy Motor Club in the NASCAR Cup Series. Grala has earned recognition as one of NASCAR’s youngest and notable talents, holding records such as the youngest winner at Daytona International Speedway.

Early Life and Background

Born December 29, 1998, in Boston, Massachusetts, Kaz Grala is a first-generation American of Polish descent. He grew up in the suburbs of Westborough, Massachusetts. Grala’s father, Darius Grala, is a former race driver who influenced his early interest in motorsports. Kaz began racing at age 4 and showed early promise, competing in various series through his youth. He graduated from Worcester Academy in 2017 and was accepted into Georgia Tech’s mechanical engineering program but deferred enrollment to pursue his racing career.

Career

Grala’s motorsport career began in the NASCAR Whelen All-American Series at age 14, where he earned early victories. He made his NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series debut in 2016 and won his first race in 2017 at the NextEra Energy Resources 250 at Daytona, becoming the youngest winner at Daytona at 18 years old. He has competed in multiple NASCAR national series, including the Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and Craftsman Truck Series.

In the NASCAR Cup Series, Grala debuted in 2020 driving the No. 3 car for Richard Childress Racing, finishing 7th in his first start without prior practice, one of only two drivers to secure top-10 finishes across all three national series in the same year. He has since raced with teams including Kaulig Racing, The Money Team Racing, and Rick Ware Racing, participating in over 30 Cup races and earning multiple top-10 finishes.

In the Xfinity Series, Grala raced for teams like JGL Racing and Richard Childress Racing, facing early setbacks such as his initial team shutting down mid-season in 2018. Despite this, he achieved top-10 and top-5 finishes, including a near-win at Michigan. In 2023, he secured his first full-time Xfinity season with Sam Hunt Racing, delivering the team’s best season to date. As of mid-2025, he signed on for a three-race Xfinity deal with Sam Hunt Racing focusing on road courses.

Grala also holds the record as the youngest driver to compete in an IMSA event at age 15 and the youngest pole winner at Daytona.

Off‑Track Ventures

Kaz Grala actively engages in managing his sponsorships and marketing efforts, distinguishing himself in the business aspects of racing. He maintains a presence in media through interviews and his official website but has no widely publicized business ventures outside motorsports. He is known for balancing rigorous track training with the commercial side of his career.

Net Worth

Estimated net worth is $3 million.

Family Life

Kaz Grala was born to parents Darius Grala, a former endurance race driver, and Karen Callahan Grala. He comes from a racing family and began racing go-karts at age four. Kaz has not publicly disclosed detailed information about a wife, girlfriend, or children.

Recent Controversies

There are no widely reported recent controversies involving Kaz Grala.

Key Highlights from Season 2024 and 2025

• 2024: Grala ran 16 NASCAR Cup Series races, driving primarily for Rick Ware Racing and Front Row Motorsports, achieving two top-10 finishes across his four years in the Cup Series. He continued to compete part-time in the Xfinity Series with competitive results and helped deliver a strong season for Sam Hunt Racing.
• 1 August 2025: Grala is currently active, engaged as a simulation and reserve driver for Legacy Motor Club and set to compete in a three-race Xfinity Series agreement with Sam Hunt Racing focusing on road courses this year. His participation marks a selective comeback after an early 2025 break from racing.