Kaden Honeycutt pays tribute to NASCAR legends in championship speech
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Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Kaden Honeycutt delivered a heartfelt tribute to late NASCAR icons during his championship speech at the NASCAR Awards in Miami on November 11, 2026. The driver of the No. 11 Tricon Garage Toyota acknowledged Dale Earnhardt, Greg Biffle, and Kyle Busch, who all passed away recently. Honeycutt clinched his first NASCAR Truck Series championship by overcoming Layne Riggs, who suffered tire failures during the final race. The 23-year-old celebrated his victory alongside his team, which previously won the title in 2025. Honeycutt will return to compete in the 2027 season.
- •Kaden Honeycutt won the NASCAR Truck Series championship on November 11, 2026.
- •He acknowledged Dale Earnhardt, Greg Biffle, and Kyle Busch in his speech.
- •Honeycutt secured five victories throughout the 2026 season.
- •Tricon Garage won the championship for the second consecutive year.
- •Honeycutt will race for Tricon Garage again in 2027.
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