Overview

• The crash occurred on July 8 during a pro stock practice run at a Kansas City-area drag strip as Couture readied himself for his NHRA debut.
• He suffered first- and second-degree burns, trauma injuries and smoke inhalation after his Pro Mod race car was destroyed in the fiery wreck.
• Emergency responders airlifted him to a regional burn center where he is receiving specialized treatment.
• A representative says he remains in good spirits and that medical staff project a full recovery.
• Investigators have yet to determine what caused the accident and continue to examine the wreckage.