Overview

• Couture was involved in a crash during NHRA Pro Mod practice on Tuesday near Kansas City and was flown by helicopter to a burn center.
• He suffered first- and second-degree burns along with trauma injuries and smoke inhalation during the incident.
• The crash completely wrecked his Pro Mod race car and the exact cause of the accident remains under review by investigators.
• Medical teams report that he is expected to recover fully from his injuries.
• After beginning his NHRA licensing process with Scag Racing in April and withdrawing from a June event for more seat time, Couture was preparing for his debut in the Pro Mod division.