James Hylton

NASCAR Cup Series NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series

About James Hylton

James Hylton competed in 601 NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series races, racing out of Inman, SC. James Hylton recorded 2 career wins, 140 top-5 finishes, and 301 top-10s. Richmond Raceway was James Hylton's strongest venue, where the driver earned 1 win in 33 starts.

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James Hylton's best track is Richmond Raceway — 1 win and a 52% top-10 rate.
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NR Ratings
2
Wins
0
Poles
140
Top 5
301
Top 10
601
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Driver Profile
Birthday
08-26-1934
Hometown
Inman, SC

Career Highlights

  • 2 career Cup wins
  • 601+ career starts
  • 140 career top-5 finishes
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Prime (1966-1972) Twilight (1973-1992)

Prime years: 1969-1971 (avg score: 58/100)

18 Cup Series seasons analyzed

Best Tracks

James Hylton's best track is Richmond Raceway with 1 win and a 12.2 average finish in 33 races.

Track Races Avg Finish
Richmond Raceway 33 12.2
Talladega Superspeedway 25 17.4
Langley Field Speedway 6 3.3
Occoneechee Speedway 3 3.3
Islip Speedway 4 3.8
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Best Track
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many wins does James Hylton have?
James Hylton has 2 Cup Series career wins.
What team does James Hylton drive for?
James Hylton is retired from NASCAR competition.
What series does James Hylton compete in?
James Hylton competed in the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.
Where is James Hylton from?
James Hylton is from Inman, SC.
How old is James Hylton?
James Hylton is 91 years old, born August 26, 1934.
Is James Hylton in the 2026 NASCAR season?
No, James Hylton is not competing in the 2026 NASCAR season.