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Kyle Loftis, founder of the famous YouTube channel 1320Video, died on May 5, 2026, leaving behind a weighty legacy in the automotive scene that helped shape modern street car culture.
1320Video is equal parts a premier automotive media brand and a well-known YouTube channel with over 8 million subscribers.
Founded by Kyle Loftis all the way back in 2006, the channel has become a hub for car lovers and drag race enthusiasts over the last 20 years, turning a man’s love for grassroots street racing into a booming business with fans all across the globe.
Those fans are now mourning the loss of Loftis after his death on May 5, with viewers praising his work in the scene and the legacy he’s left behind on social media.
Drag racing fans pay tribute to 1320Video founder Kyle Loftis
1320Video shared an official statement via Instagram on May 6, confirming that Loftis had died the night prior.
“We are extremely saddened to share that Kyle Loftis, the founder of 1320video, passed away last night. We are in a state of shock,” the statement reads.
“Kyle’s passion for motorsports inspired millions of people around the world, and we will never forget what he has done to grow our beloved sport. Kyle was a beam of light at every gathering… His enthusiasm, kindness, and creativeness was contagious. Let us pray that Kyle is in a better place.”
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At the time of writing, the cause of Loftis’s death has not been publicly announced.
His death follows a major car crash he was involved with in early 2026. Subsequent reports stated that he had recovered from his injuries, but the incident drew concern from fans and became a major talking point among viewers over the last four months.
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No connection between the crash and his death has been officially confirmed.
One of Loftis’s last public appearances took place two weeks prior to his death, when he was featured on fellow car enthusiast Cleetus McFarland’s YouTube channel.
In the video, McFarland gifted Loftis a Corvette C8, his “dream car,” which came complete with a special engraving with one of his father’s favorite sayings.
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Viewers are paying their respects to the street racing legend, whose work in the community has helped shine a spotlight on the underground sport’s vibrant and thriving scene.
