After finishing seventh overall in his debut Supercar Lites campaign, Kevin Daarbak made significant strides in 2025, taking a clear step forward in his development.
Beyond securing fifth place in last year’s championship standings, the young Danish driver truly stood out by claiming no fewer than six podium finishes across the 13 races that made up the season.
Those performances were more than enough to convince Daarbak to return for another Supercar Lites campaign in 2026, while his older brother Tobias has opted to step up to an FC2 car, which he will campaign in the Open 4WD category.
At just 17 years of age, the Dane believes continuity is essential to his progression. Rather than rushing through the ranks, he has chosen to build on the foundations he has established in a category he considers ideal for further development.
“I finished fifth in the championship and I’m convinced that Supercar Lites is the right category for me. At 17, I still need to learn and improve. That’s why I’ve decided to continue the journey.”
While the final standings reflect clear progress, the 2025 season was far from straightforward. Technical setbacks and unexpected issues meant Daarbak had to overcome his fair share of challenges.
“2025 was a very positive season, even though we had quite a few technical problems. I made it to every final except one, due to a puncture. Taking six podiums in such a competitive championship is a great achievement. Above all, I learned to stay calm and take every opportunity that came my way.”
With several leading contenders from the 2025 grid moving up to the next level, some observers may be tempted to label him a title favourite. It is a tag, however, that he is reluctant to embrace.
“I don’t see myself as the favourite. I’m approaching this season with humility. Of course I want to win, but I prefer to focus on one race at a time and give my best at each event. We learned a lot about the car last year and we’re working hard to be fully prepared. Personally, I’m putting a strong emphasis on my physical training.”
Meanwhile, the 2026 season will mark a temporary on-track separation from his brother Tobias, now competing in FC2 within the Open 4WD category. A natural progression that does little to alter the younger sibling’s mindset.
“My brother and I have never had any issues racing in the same category. We’ve always made sure not to compromise each other’s races. But once you’re on the grid, it doesn’t matter who’s lining up beside you — first and foremost, we’re competitors.”