Who was the 24-year-old race car driver killed?

It isn’t possible to identify the driver from the information provided; several motorsport fatalities over the years have involved competitors in their early 20s. Please share the date, event, track or series, and location so the correct individual can be confirmed accurately and respectfully.

Why this question needs more context

Motorsport spans many disciplines—stock cars, open-wheel, rally, drag racing, karting, and dirt track—across dozens of countries and hundreds of venues. Fatalities are rare but do occur, and brief descriptions like “24-year-old race car driver” can match multiple incidents over different years and regions. Without a clear time frame, series, or location, any single name would risk being incorrect.

What details will let us confirm the driver

The following details commonly appear in official statements and news reports and will make a precise identification possible within minutes.

• Date of the incident (even approximate week/month/year)
• Track or event name (e.g., the circuit, dragstrip, or dirt oval)
• Series or sanctioning body (e.g., NASCAR regional, USAC, FIA F3, IHRA/NHRA, local club)
• City/State/Country where it occurred
• Any distinctive circumstances (practice vs. race, multi-car crash, fire, medical issue)
• A link to a report, social post, or press release you saw

Even one or two of these clues—especially a track name or date—typically narrows the search to a single confirmed report and the correct name.

Where to verify the identity

Once we have the context, these sources are the most reliable for confirmation and respectful attribution.

• Official statements from the series or sanctioning body (e.g., NASCAR, IndyCar, FIA, USAC, WRX, NHRA)
• Press releases from the track or event organizer
• Coverage by established outlets with editorial standards (AP, Reuters, national sports desks, major local newspapers)
• Family or team announcements and verified social media accounts
• Public records or coroner/medical examiner releases, where available

Cross-referencing at least two of these sources helps ensure accuracy, particularly when early reports conflict or are updated.

If you meant a recent incident

As of late 2025, there isn’t a single widely reported fatal crash that can be uniquely identified by the phrase “24-year-old race car driver” without additional context. Several regional and grassroots events report ages, but the specifics vary by location and series. Providing the event name or country will allow a definitive answer.

Next steps

Please reply with any available details—date, track, series, or a link—and I will confirm the driver’s name and relevant verified information immediately.

Summary

Your question could refer to multiple incidents, and there isn’t enough context to identify one individual confidently. Share the date, location, series, or a link to the report, and I’ll provide the driver’s name and source-verified details.

Who was the Nascar driver that killed a guy?

NASCAR star Tony Stewart was involved in a fatal incident where his car struck and killed sprint car driver Kevin Ward Jr. in 2014 at a dirt track in upstate New York. Ward had exited his vehicle and was on the track, seemingly attempting to confront Stewart, when he was hit. While no criminal charges were filed against Stewart, his family later settled a wrongful death lawsuit with the Ward family. 
Details of the Incident

• The Collision: While racing under caution, Ward’s car made contact with Stewart’s and crashed into the wall. Ward then exited his car and walked onto the dark track to confront Stewart, who was circling the track. Stewart’s car struck and killed Ward. 
• Investigation: Local authorities and a grand jury investigated the incident. The grand jury determined there was insufficient evidence to bring criminal charges, finding no evidence of a crime. 
• Stewart’s Stance: Stewart maintained that the incident was a “100 percent” accident and he did nothing wrong. 
• Civil Lawsuit: Ward’s parents filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Stewart, alleging he had recklessly handled his car. This lawsuit was settled for an undisclosed amount. 

Other Incidents 

• In a separate incident in June 2022, former NASCAR driver Clint Bowyer was involved in a highway accident in which he struck and killed a pedestrian, according to ESPN.

What was the cause of death for Neil Bonnett?

Traffic collisionNeil Bonnett / Cause of death
While working towards a much-anticipated comeback to the NASCAR circuit, Bonnett died as a result of injuries he sustained in a crash during a practice run for the 1994 Daytona 500. He lost control of his vehicle and collided with the outside wall in turn four, resulting in massive head injuries that proved fatal.

Who was the famous NASCAR guy that died?

It’s time for your morning rush here this weekend we’re honoring NASCAR Hall of Famer Bobby Allison. In a statement.

What caused Robbie Brewers

Robbie Brewer’s car struck head-on a wall on the quarter-mile (0.40-kilometer) track at Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem and came to a stop near the start-finish line.