Ray Paprota is the first paraplegic driver to compete in a NASCAR Touring Series (ISCARS). A barrier breaking competitor, Ray uses state of the art hand controls that enable him to operate the throttle, brakes and clutch with both hands on the steering wheel. Paralyzed in a motor vehicle accident at the age of 21; Paprota, who is unable to use his legs, began racing Legends Series race cars in 1996 before moving up to the larger, faster and more competitive ISCARS touring series. He credits NASCAR and ISCARS (formerly known as the NASCAR Goody's Dash Series) with providing an opportunity to demonstrate his abilities in a race car rather than focusing on his limitations in a wheelchair. I couldn't find anything about Ray's racing newer than 2005 after visiting his website. It's interesting, nontheless and if you know anything more up to date, please let me know. Just wondering what's been happening since the big accident he was involved in (and was unfairly blamed for) at Daytona in 2004.
