What’s Happening?
In the wake of Kyle Busch’s abrupt and tragic passing, many NASCAR teams, drivers, and sponsors have opted to cancel or modify plans ahead of the Coca-Cola 600 weekend.
NASCAR Legend Kyle Busch Dies at Age 41
What’s Happening? NASCAR has confirmed the passing of two-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion Kyle Busch at age 41 following a short…
Late Thursday afternoon, NASCAR announced that two-time Champion Kyle Busch had suddenly passed away.
Busch, who won the Craftsman Truck Series race at Dover Motor Speedway just last Friday, was set to race and appear at several events this weekend as part of the buildup to Sunday’s Coca-Cola 600.
However, since his passing, many raceteams, drivers, and sponsors are now canceling or modifying plans for Fan Day events and autograph sessions out of respect for Busch.
Jiffy Lube/Joey Logano
— Pennzoil (@Pennzoil) May 22, 2026
Joey Logano’s appearance at a Charlotte Jiffy Lube is canceled.
RCR Merch Trailer
In the event of yesterday’s tragic news, E2 & RCR has decided to keep the RCR merchandise trailer closed today. Please keep The Busch Family in your thoughts & prayers.
— E2 Apparel (@E2Apparel) May 22, 2026
E2 Apparel, which operates many of the NASCAR merch haulers at race tracks, announced that the team will close the RCR merch hauler at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Friday.
Ross Chastain
In light of recent news, today’s appearance at 8021 Concord Mills Blvd. has been cancelled. Thank you for understanding.
— Ross Chastain (@RossChastain) May 22, 2026
Trackhouse Racing driver Ross Chastain has canceled an autograph session in Concord.
Coca-Cola Racing Family
In the wake of the heartbreaking loss of Kyle Busch and out of respect for all those affected, the driver appearances for @chaseelliott, @kylepetty and @BubbaWallace have been postponed.
— Coca-Cola Consolidated (@CokeCCBCC) May 22, 2026
Our thoughts are with the Busch family and the entire NASCAR community during this difficult… pic.twitter.com/nFeS6CShg0
Coca-Cola Racing Family members Chase Elliott and Bubba Wallace will no longer take part in a driver appearance at the Concord Walmart.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
UPDATE: Ricky’s appearance has been cancelled.
— Charlotte Motor Speedway (@CLTMotorSpdwy) May 22, 2026
Per Charlotte Motor Speedway, Ricky Stenhouse Jr will no longer be making his scheduled appearance at the Concord Cracker Barrel.
Kevin Harvick
In light of yesterday's news, today's autograph session has been postponed to a later date. https://t.co/Ws6gKsMmxr
— Kevin Harvick (@KevinHarvick) May 22, 2026
Newly voted NASCAR Hall of Famer Kevin Harvick has canceled his autograph session at the Concord Cracker Barrel.
23XI Racing
— 23XI Racing (@23XIRacing) May 22, 2026
23XI Racing has canceled events at its AirSpeed shop in Huntersville, which includes planned driver appearances and autograph sessions.
Trackhouse Racing
In light of today's tragic news, our drivers will not be appearing for autographs at Fan Day tomorrow.
— Trackhouse Racing (@TeamTrackhouse) May 22, 2026
Our Fan Day activities will remain open from 10 AM to 2 PM for fans to visit the shop and check out partner displays.
Thank you for your understanding.
Fan Day activities at Trackhouse Racing are still ongoing on Friday; however, the team has opted to cancel driver appearances and autograph sessions.
RFK Racing
In light of today's tragedy, we have made the decision to cancel driver autograph sessions. pic.twitter.com/x3Nx9KzCVP
— RFK Racing (@RFKracing) May 22, 2026
Likewise, Fan Day activities at RFK Racing are still ongoing on Friday, and the team has also canceled driver appearances and autograph sessions.
Hendrick Motorsports
In light of today's tragic news, Hendrick Motorsports has canceled our Fan Fest event scheduled for Friday.
— Hendrick Motorsports (@TeamHendrick) May 22, 2026
The Hendrick Motorsports campus and team store will remain open to visitors during the Charlotte Motor Speedway race weekend. pic.twitter.com/6IDPKDbxEK
Hendrick Motorsports has canceled all Fan Fest activities and events scheduled for Friday.
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