Richard Pettys Grandson is all set to drive full-time in the 2023 Trans Am Series

May 2024 · 3 minute read

The Petty family and its legacy go hand in hand with NASCAR. The family has produced some of the all-time greats of the sport. Richard Petty, who is considered one of the GOATs of NASCAR, is the most famous driver from the family. His father, Lee Petty, and son Kyle Petty also have theirs on a special spot in racing history.

The family now has another prodigy coming up the rank, expanding their legacy. Thad Moffitt, son of Petty’s youngest daughter Rebecca, has secured a full-time seat in the 2023 Trans Am Series. He will drive full-time for TeamSLR with Safety-Kleen as his primary sponsor in the No:43 Camaro.

Thad Moffitt is the 2016 Southeast Limited Late Model champion, and he has already made some solid starts in the Truck and Xfinity series. He will have the chance to ride in the same series where once his Grandfather drove his iconic No:43 Plymouth Barracuda.

Richard Petty is proud of Moffitt, and he believes it’s a competitive series for him to learn road racing. He said, “I am so proud that Thad will run in the Trans Am Series next year. I think it is a wonderful opportunity for him to drive in such a competitive series and learn road racing,”.  

He is also happy to see one of his family members racing in the iconic No:43 car. He said, “I love that we’re able to bring the No. 43 to Trans Am, and it will be so special to see a member of our family race that Petty blue Camaro. I appreciate Safety-Kleen for helping make this possible through our continued partnership,”.

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Richard Petty’s Grandson, Thad Moffitt, and TeamSLR co-owner Scott Lagasse Jr. reflect on the announcement    

Thad Moffitt is ecstatic about the opportunity to race in one of the most competitive motorsports events in the US. He said, “I can’t wait to join the Trans Am Series in 2023. The TA2 class is one of the most competitive places to race in all of the motorsports, and it will be great to have a chance to race against the huge fields that include champions like Rafa Matos, Mike Skeen, and Thomas Merrill,”.

He is grateful to the team for providing him the chance to race in some historical events with the series entry. He said, “The series races at some of the most historic tracks in the country, with high-profile events like the Music City Grand Prix and Detroit Grand Prix; I am so grateful to have this opportunity,”.

TeamSLR co-owner Scott Lagasse Jr. claims Thadd has the best opportunity to become more versatile with his cup entry. He said, “We’ve been very impressed with Thad’s work ethic and his desire to compete. TA2 is a great place to learn race craft, and with more and more NASCAR races on road and street courses, it’s an excellent way for drivers to increase their versatility,”.

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