Aussie Star Dayne Kingshott Lands U.S. Sprint Car Ride
Many believed Dayne Kingshott had done enough to earn a Sprint Car ride in the United States after a statement-making run at December’s High Limit International at Perth Motorplex — three straight podium finishes and highlighted by a runner-up to Kyle Larson in the finale. Now, he’s getting just that with Lunstra Motorsports. The Brandon, S.
D. , team owned by Dave Lunstra announced Sunday that the Bunbury, Western Australia, native will pilot the team’s No. 3 entry for the 2026 season, bringing one of Australia’s most accomplished drivers stateside.
Although Kingshott’s U. S. debut has not yet been announced, Lunstra told FloRacing he's expected to arrive "the end of May" with a focus on weekly racing and World of Outlaws events at Huset's Speedway.
2026 Interstate Batteries High Limit Racing Schedule: Here's When To Watch 2026 High Limit Racing TV Schedule: How To Watch On FS1 No official schedule has been immediately released. Kingshott is the three-time reigning Maddington Toyota Sprintcar Series champion, most recently putting together a title-winning campaign that included eight feature victories across four racetracks with Krikke Motorsports. “We’re excited to welcome Dayne to our program,” Lunstra Motorsports said in a press release.
“His experience and success in Australia make him a strong addition as we look ahead to the upcoming season. ” Kingshott takes over the Lunstra ride previously occupied by Tim Kaeding, whose decade-long run with the team comes to a close. The Lunstra team called Kaeding “an integral part of Lunstra Motorsports both on and off the track” and said “his impact on the organization will not be forgotten.