Jimmie Johnson News

Actress Tiffany Haddish named honorary starter for the DAYTONA 500

Actress Tiffany Haddish named honorary starter for the DAYTONA 500

February 15, 2023
One of the most sought-after comedic actresses in the world will be signaling the start of the 65th running of the DAYTONA 500 as Daytona International Speedway announced today Tiffany Haddish will serve as honorary starter for The Great American Race on Sunday, Feb

NASCAR legends to give command to fire engines for Daytona 500

NASCAR legends to give command to fire engines for Daytona 500

February 14, 2023
As NASCAR reflects on its history to start its 75th Anniversary season, nine legends of the sport – all of whom have won the DAYTONA 500 and the NASCAR Cup Series championship – will come together to serve as grand marshals for the 65th running of The Great American

NASCAR National Series New & Notes – Daytona International Speedway

NASCAR National Series New & Notes – Daytona International Speedway

February 14, 2023
NASCAR Cup Series

Statistical Advance: Analyzing The DAYTONA 500

Statistical Advance: Analyzing The DAYTONA 500

February 14, 2023
Below is a statistical look at some of the top performers at Daytona International Speedway, in Daytona Beach, Florida going into the DAYTONA 500 on February 19 at 2:30 p.m. ET on FOX, FOX Deportes, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio (Channel 90). The stats include both

75th Anniversary Feature: Daytona the birthplace of speed

75th Anniversary Feature: Daytona the birthplace of speed

February 14, 2023
With the NASCAR season-opening DAYTONA 500 set for Sunday at Daytona International Speedway, race teams and race-starved fans are excitingly arriving in Daytona Beach, Florida this week

Daytona 500 and Speedweeks Coverage on SiriusXM

Daytona 500 and Speedweeks Coverage on SiriusXM

February 14, 2023
SiriusXM will offer the most comprehensive audio coverage of the 65th running of the Daytona 500 on February 19, as well as all the news and events of NASCAR’s annual Speedweeks leading up to race day. Subscribers nationwide will have access to the live race broadcast

Daytona International Speedway announces complete sellout for DAYTONA 500

Daytona International Speedway announces complete sellout for DAYTONA 500

February 13, 2023
Daytona International Speedway today announced a complete sellout of the 65th running of the DAYTONA 500, as NASCAR prepares to open its 75th Anniversary season in style

BRELAND to Perform National Anthem Ahead of DAYTONA 500

BRELAND to Perform National Anthem Ahead of DAYTONA 500

February 10, 2023
Daytona International Speedway announced today that PLATINUM Artist-Songwriter BRELAND will sing the National Anthem prior to the 65th running of the DAYTONA 500 on Sunday, Feb. 19, bringing the fans, drivers and teams together before the intense competition begins

USAF Thunderbirds to perform flyover before Daytona 500

USAF Thunderbirds to perform flyover before Daytona 500

February 8, 2023
In a sight that has become a symbol of the start of the NASCAR Cup Series season, the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will perform the flyover for the 65th running of the DAYTONA 500 on Sunday, February 19, Daytona International Speedway announced today

Jimmie Johnson to run Chicago Street Course race

Jimmie Johnson to run Chicago Street Course race

February 5, 2023
Legacy Motor Club’s Jimmie Johnson announced Sunday on FOX that he will enter the NASCAR Cup Series’ inaugural Chicago Street Race

NASCAR National Series News & Notes – Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

NASCAR National Series News & Notes – Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

February 1, 2023
NASCAR Cup Series

Statistical Advance: Analyzing the Busch Light Clash at The Coliseum

Statistical Advance: Analyzing the Busch Light Clash at The Coliseum

January 30, 2023
Below is a statistical look at this weekend’s exhibition event the Busch Light Clash at The Coliseum at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, California on February 5, 2023. This year marks just the second-time in NASCAR Cup Series history the traditional

Legacy Motor Club announces partnership with Arrowhead Brass

Legacy Motor Club announces partnership with Arrowhead Brass

January 30, 2023
LEGACY MOTOR CLUB owners Maury Gallagher and Jimmie Johnson along with Team Ambassador Richard Petty, today announced a multi-year partnership with Arrowhead Brass. The US - based manufacturer of plumbing valves and irrigation products is the leading manufacturer of

Jenson Button open to running NASCAR street, road course races

Jenson Button open to running NASCAR street, road course races

January 30, 2023
2009 Formula 1 World Champion Jenson Button didn't say no to the prospect of potentially running NASCAR Cup races in the future. However, he would only be interested in road courses

Jimmie Johnson, Mike Rockenfeller, Jenson Button piloting NASCAR’s Garage 56 entry at Le Mans

Jimmie Johnson, Mike Rockenfeller, Jenson Button piloting NASCAR’s Garage 56 entry at Le Mans

January 28, 2023
NASCAR today announced a prestigious driver lineup to pilot its Garage 56 entry in the upcoming 24 Hours of Le Mans, the 100th anniversary of the legendary race

Casey Mears says he’d like to run select races to hit 500 career starts

Casey Mears says he’d like to run select races to hit 500 career starts

January 27, 2023
Casey Mears, now a resident of Scottsdale, Arizona, has been a long-time friend of  (Jimmie) Johnson’s. With the seven-time champion now being a co-owner of Legacy M.C. and only competing in five races this upcoming season, speculation began to swirl about the potential

Jimmie Johnson tests Next Gen at Phoenix Raceway

Jimmie Johnson tests Next Gen at Phoenix Raceway

January 25, 2023
Jimmie Johnson relished the chance to get back into a NASCAR Cup Series car even if it likely won't help him much when he attempts to qualify for the Daytona 500 in three weeks

Dream come true for Travis Pastrana to enter the Daytona 500

Dream come true for Travis Pastrana to enter the Daytona 500

January 24, 2023
By Dustin Albino

Todd Gordon to crew chief for Jimmie Johnson; Dave Elenz signs extension with Legacy Motor Club to crew chief Erik Jones

Todd Gordon to crew chief for Jimmie Johnson; Dave Elenz signs extension with Legacy Motor Club to crew chief Erik Jones

January 23, 2023
LEGACY MOTOR CLUB today announced NASCAR veteran Todd Gordon to crew chief seven-time NASCAR Champion Jimmie Johnson’s limited racing schedule in the No. 84 Chevrolet. Additionally, the team announced a contract extension with Dave Elenz, to remain as crew chief for

Jimmie Johnson interested in driving NASCAR Garage 56 entry

Jimmie Johnson interested in driving NASCAR Garage 56 entry

January 16, 2023
Jimmie Johnson’s NASCAR plate is plenty full right now with his new ownership in Legacy Motor Club but he’s still eyeing a chance to drive NASCAR’s Garage 56 entry this season in the Le Mans 24 Hours