TAYLOR HOAR Becomes First Vermonter Selected for Kulwicki Driver Development

July 18, 2025

• TAYLOR HOAR has made Vermont racing history by becoming the first driver from the state selected for the prestigious Kulwicki Driver Development Program. Following in the tire tracks of her legendary father Brian Hoar—an eight-time American Canadian Tour champion who battled Vermont Gov. Phil Scott for “King of the Road” titles in the late ’90s—she’s proving the apple doesn’t fall far from the racing tree. The program provides comprehensive mentorship covering everything from nutrition and safety to social media strategy, giving young short-trackers the tools to elevate their craft.
• Inside her 48x Late Model sits Alan Kulwicki’s famous quote: “If you don’t believe, you don’t belong.” For HOAR, those words carry extra weight as she navigates being a female driver in a male-dominated sport. She draws inspiration from Kulwicki’s independent path to NASCAR success, understanding that as a woman in racing, she too must “create her own pathway.” This mindset drives her approach both on and off the track as she builds her rapidly growing fanbase at Thunder Road’s demanding highbanks.
• Currently targeting a top-10 finish in Late Model standings, HOAR embodies the methodical approach that made her father a Thunder Road legend. Her week-to-week strategy focuses on continuous learning and detailed note-taking, building toward consistent improvement rather than flashy one-off performances. With family support and the Kulwicki program’s comprehensive development approach behind her, she’s positioning herself not just as Brian Hoar’s daughter, but as a formidable competitor making her own mark on Vermont short track racing history.

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