ARCA and NASCAR fandom are in grief as Tim Steele, three-time ARCA champion has died at the age of 55. Steele’s death shook the racing world as he was one of the last great ARCA champions. Kelsey Slade, Tim Steele’s daughter, confirmed the news of her father’s death
“This morning, my dad peacefully took the checkered flag here on earth. His life was an exhilarating ride, always at full throttle, driven by a passion for racing and a wild spirit. While many knew him for his accomplishments on the racetrack, his role as a dad and grandpa was by far the greatest victory! Godspeed Dad, I love you!”
Steele won ARCA titles in 1993, 1996, and 1997, accumulating 41 wins in his 147-race ARCA career, including 12 wins in a single ARCA season. He also took part in the NASCAR National Series. Even though Steele was mostly known for his ARCA career, he made 28 starts in three NASCAR national series. Steele won a pole award in the 1999 Truck Series season at Nashville Fairgrounds. For his own Steele racing team, Steele raced to a p9 finish.
Steele’s sole top-five finish in his NASCAR career came at Las Vegas in the Xfinity Series, then called the Busch Series. However, it was those ARCA seasons that made Steele the legend he is today.
Tim Steele had nerves of steel
Tim Steele’s career was somewhat impacted after he suffered a serious brain injury during testing in 1997. Steele made a comeback in June 1998 and went on to silence his critics by winning races. His massive contribution to the racing world earned him a place in the Michigan Motor Sports Hall of Fame.
Fans are completely disheartened after the news of Tim Steele’s death broke out. He was a legend in the Motorsports world
“Oh man, this is sad! A true Michigan man! Prayers to his family and friends!!” one fan commented
“I remember him dominating in the late 90’s. RIP” another user added
Steele throughout his career has faced several challenges and difficulties, but every time life brought him down to his knees, he gathered his strength and stood back on his feet. His name will always be remembered, not only for his skills on the racing track but also for the spirit of simply not giving up
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