Caden Kvapil Wins the CARS Tour Season Opener

The 2026 season of the CARS Tour kicked off in exciting fashion as Caden Kvapil captured the victory in the season opener.

Driving the No. 88 Jerky Boys Chevrolet, Kvapil showed impressive speed and control throughout the race, putting together a strong performance against a competitive field of Late Model drivers. The win marks an important start to the season and immediately places Kvapil among the drivers to watch in the championship battle.

The CARS Tour continues to showcase some of the best short track racing in the country, and the season opener proved once again why the series has become a key proving ground for rising talent in stock car racing.

For Kvapil and the No. 88 team, the year is off to a strong start with a trip to victory lane in the very first race of the season.