Funeral arrangements for 1320Video founder Kyle Loftis have been shared online, leaving many within the racing community heartbroken. Loftis died on May 5, 2026, at the age of 43. His obituary has been shared on Legacy.com, along with details of the funeral arrangements.
Kyle Loftis was born in Lincoln, Nebraska to Steve and Linda (Draper) Loftis. He attended Rousseau Elementary School, Pound Middle School, Lincoln Southeast High School and graduated from The Peter Kiewit Institute, College of Information Science and Technology at UNO.
Loftis was proud to be an Eagle Scout with Scouting America (formerly known as Boy Scouts of America). He became interested in the automotive and car industry, as well as events at race tracks, while attending UNO. This led to him founding 1320Video in 2003.
With his faithful team of volunteers and employees, his company became an international success in the car/automotive/racing community. He has amassed an astounding 6.3 million followers on his Facebook website, 3.8 million subscribers on his YouTube channel, and 2.8 million followers on Instagram.
Kyle was widely considered one of the most influential personalities in the automotive space. The word most commonly used in the car community when referring to him was 'Legend'. His slogan was 'I'll make you famous.'
Loftis' funeral is at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home in Lincoln, Nebraska. The post also outlines details for the funeral and the arrangements made. 'Visitation with the family at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home in Lincoln on Thursday, May 14. From 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. 6800 S 14th Street, Lincoln, Nebraska. Enter at Gate 3. Memorial Service on Friday, May 15. 10:00 A.M. First-Plymouth Church. 2000 D Street, Lincoln, Nebraska. Live stream will be available.'
