Alan Kulwicki

Race car driver and NASCAR champion

Alan Kulwicki - Race car driver and NASCAR champion
Born

December 14th, 1954
70 years ago

Died

April 1st, 1993
31 years ago — 38 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Achieved prominence as a race car driver in the NASCAR series. Won the NASCAR Cup Series Championship in 1992 while driving for his own team, AK Racing. Became known for innovative strategies and engineering, particularly at short tracks. Tragically died in a plane crash in 1993.

Won the NASCAR Cup Series Championship in 1992

Developed unique driving and racing strategies

Founded and managed AK Racing

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