Killed in an accident on his first qualfying lap for a USAC stock car race in California. A NASCAR regular, Walt also raced dirt and midget cars, but was also capable in Indy roadsters. Walt began his racing career in 1936, but on two wheels rather than four, becoming adept on motorcycles before switching to cars in 1938. Faulkner was also a regular in the stockcar division of the Carrera Panamericana as a works driver for Lincoln, and came second in class twice. A relatively short man - standing at five foot four, Faulkner enjoyed his greatest success at Milwaukee, winning that event twice, winning in 1950 and 1951.

Biography last updated 26 Nov 2015