The Nascar veteran and the Arca Menards series pilot, Benny Chastain, died at the age of 82. The news of her death on February 9, 2025 was greeted by a tribute entry to the race community and fans around the world. Many went to social networks to remember his contributions to stock-car races and his presence in the Arca garage.
Chastain, who participated in the Arca Menards series for two decades, began his racing career at a relatively late age, making his debut on the Arca Menards series in 2004 at South Boston Speedway when he was 55 years old. Although he was not in full -time competition in the series outside the 2006 season, he remained a match in Arca, winning a reputation as a devoted and passionate driver. His best finish in the series was 15th in Daytona in 2020.
His death was reported for the first time on social networks, by Jared Haas. He took his account X and wrote,
“The former Arca pilot, Benny Chastain, has died. He was 82 years old. RIP”
Fans’ messages started to flock shortly after. Some praised Benny as a beloved personality in the Arca garage, while others remember their interactions with him. Zachary Tinkle, a champion of Sportsman Sportsman Late Model 2019 from Vore, paid tribute to Chastain, recalling his brief interactions with him,
“Really saddened to have learned the death of a colleague competitor of Arca, Benny Chastain. I was able to run with Benny in 2022 in Daytona, and according to the short interactions we had, he was always very nice With me.
“The former Arca Menards pilot, Benny Chastain, died at the age of 82. He made his last departure from Arca to Daytona in 2022, finishing 25th for the fast race,” said another article .
“God Speed, Benny Chastain,” wrote a fan.
“The sad news to hear about the death of Benny Chastain’s long -standing competitor, one of the real companies in the Arca Menards series in the early 2000s. #Arca,” said another tweet.
“Rest in peace, Benny Chastain,” read another article.
In 2004, Chastain made his debut on the Arca Menards series, finishing the 22nd. His career arrived in 2020 in Daytona, where he was 15th. Despite the start of his racing career at 55, he remained a competitor in sport, giving his last departure to Daytona in 2022 at the age of 79, finishing 25th while driving for a quick race.
A look back: when Benny Chastain led to end hunger
In 2011, Benny Chastain participated in a special initiative alongside his dream racing dreams. At 68, he joined the AARP and the Drive to Med Hunger (DTEH) campaign to raise awareness of senior hunger while participating in the Arca Racing series.
Chastain, driving car n ° 75 Bob Schacht Motorsports Arca, joined forces with AARP to participate in eight races during the season. The sponsorship agreement aimed to highlight the question of hunger among older Americans while supporting Chastain’s passion for the race. The campaign included fundraising, awareness programs and grant initiatives to fight hunger nationally.
“I am delighted to get my race to the next level while serving a cause that can help millions of American elderly people,” said Chastain at the time. “It’s a chance to reach the Arca racing community around a terrible problem and help find solutions.” (via disabled-world.com)
Emilio Pardo, director of the AARP brand, congratulated Chastain’s involvement. He said,
“Benny represents generations of older Americans who wonder:” What is the next one? “We are delighted to bring him back for 2011 to continue to continue his race dream while giving a cause that will help the seniors who struggle.” (Via Disabled-world.com)
The dynamics of Chastain to put an end to Hunger because presented a special livery, showing in evidence of the campaign logos. The initiative has encouraged fans and companies to contribute through a program of text to donation and track activations.
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Edited by Anisha Chatterjee
