NASCAR racer Carson Hocevar, born on January 28, 2003, in Portage, Michigan, is a professional driver known for competing full-time in the Cup Series and driving the No. 77 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Spire Motorsports.
However, when he’s not on the racetrack gunning for the Daytona 500, the young driver spends time with his girlfriend, Peyton Lanphear.
Peyton Lanphear, born on June 15, 2001, in Waterbury, Vermont, shares Hocevar’s passion for racing.
She comes from a family of racers, with both her sister and father involved in the sport. Peyton’s racing career began at a young age, and she won the Thunder Road Speedbowl at just 15 years old. Alongside her sister, Reilly, she also competed in the 2018 American-Canadian Tour Late Model Division.
The two racers crossed paths in 2020, and their relationship deepened as they bonded over their shared love for the sport. However, Peyton’s racing career was briefly put on hold when she was diagnosed with cancer. After a courageous battle, Carson took to Twitter to share the news of her victory over cancer, praising her as “passionate, hardworking, goal-driven.”
Carson’s own career in racing started at 12, when he began competing at Berlin Raceway. Over the years, he has achieved numerous victories, including 4 wins in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. His hard work and skill propelled him into the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2023, and by 2024, he had become a full-time driver in the Cup Series.
During his career, Carson has won notable races such as the 2020 Winchester 400, 2020 Redbud 400, and the 2020 and 2021 Money in the Bank 150. Moreover, he has been mentored by renowned figures in the racing world such as Johnny Benson and Bryan Benson.
Carson Hocevar’s accomplishments, both on and off the track, have solidified his status as a rising star in the world of NASCAR, and his partnership with Peyton Lanphear stands as a testament to the power of love and perseverance within the racing community.
