Jimmie Johnson is preparing for his final NASCAR Cup Series start at the Daytona 500 next season. The 50-year-old driver will be behind the wheel of his old No. 48 car for the last time.
Johnson’s Legacy
Johnson has been busy growing his race team, Legacy Motor Club, as the majority owner. He’s added several big-name investors, including championship athletes and Grammy Award winners, to help the team succeed.
Johnson’s goal is to turn Legacy into a winning team, and he’s working hard to make that happen. He’s expected to announce the team’s third driver for the 2027 season soon.
Johnson’s Career
Johnson has had a successful career in NASCAR, winning 83 races and seven Cup Series championships. He’s also been selected as The Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year.
Johnson will be receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame next year, and he’s pushing for it to be unveiled during Daytona 500 week.
Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.
