Jimmie Johnson
A replica of NASCAR’s Garage 56 Hendrick Motorsports entry is displayed at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in Le Mans, France, Thursday, June 8, 2023. NASCAR has arrived at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and even though its a specialized entry that can't race for the win, just being part of the biggest endurance race in the world has the industry buzzing to be part of the global stage. (AP Photo/Jenna Fryer)
NASCAR and its growling Next Gen car take over Le Mans, looking to make statement on a global stage

By Jenna Fryer Jun. 08, 2023 01:33 PM EDT

The No. 24 Chevrolet sits on display outside its garage Tuesday, June 6, 2023 in Le Mans, France. The stock car is entered in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in a collaboration between NASCAR, Chevrolet, Hendrick Motorsports and Goodyear. On Tuesday, the Hendrick pit crew won its class in the pit crew competition. (AP Photo/Jenna Fryer)
Hendrick wins class in Le Mans pit crew competition

By Jenna Fryer Jun. 06, 2023 03:00 PM EDT

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James reacts after being fouled in the second half of Game 4 of the NBA basketball Western Conference Final series against the Denver Nuggets Monday, May 22, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
LeBron James named honorary starter for 24 Hours of Le Mans

By Jenna Fryer Jun. 06, 2023 08:00 AM EDT

The pit crew for Kyle Larsonr rushes to complete a pit stop during a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Charlotte Motor Speedway, Monday, May 29, 2023, in Concord, N.C. (AP Photo/Matt Kelley)
Corey LaJoie gets long-awaited Hendrick Motorsports shot in NASCAR Cup Series

By Dave Skretta Jun. 03, 2023 12:53 PM EDT

FILE - Jimmie Johnson runs laps during a practice session for the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona International Speedway, Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, in Daytona Beach, Fla. Jimmie Johnson has won eight Cup Series races at Charlotte Motor Speedway, more than any driver in the history of the sport. Yet, he said he’s “never felt more ill prepared for a race” in his life heading into the Coca-Cola 600 on Sunday, May 28, 2023.(AP Photo/John Raoux, File)
Jimmie Johnson says he's never felt more ill-prepared for a race entering Coca-Cola 600

By Steve Reed May. 27, 2023 03:04 PM EDT

Kyle Larson (5) celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR All-Star Cup Series auto race at North Wilkesboro Speedway, Sunday, May 21, 2023, in North Wilkesboro, N.C. (AP Photo/Matt Kelley)
Larson dominates for third NASCAR All-Star race win, takes home $1 million

By Steve Reed May. 21, 2023 06:44 PM EDT

Ross Chastain (1) competes during a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Darlington Raceway, Sunday, May 14, 2023, in Darlington, S.C. (AP Photo/Matt Kelley)
NASCAR Cup Series at Darlington

May. 14, 2023 03:49 PM EDT

Martin Truex Jr., center, celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR 400 auto race at Dover Motor Speedway, Monday, May 1, 2023, in Dover, Del. (AP Photo/Jason Minto)
Toyota riding momentum in NASCAR's return to Kansas Speedway

By Dave Skretta May. 06, 2023 04:58 PM EDT

FILE - Former NASCAR driver Jeff Gordon speaks at a news conference outside a Hendrick Motorsports trailer before auto races at Pocono Raceway, Sunday, June 27, 2021, in Long Pond, Pa. Denny Hamlin, one of NASCAR's current veterans and also the co-owner alongside Michael Jordan of 23XI Racing, has long noticed the waning mainstream popularity of the Cup stars since the retirements of Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart, Carl Edwards, Danica Patrick, Matt Kenseth and Johnson. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)
NASCAR 75: Fan growth, new stars among looming challenges

By Jenna Fryer May. 04, 2023 12:00 PM EDT

Toyota expands NASCAR fleet by adding Jimmie Johnson's team

By Jenna Fryer May. 02, 2023 01:45 PM EDT
Toyota will finally expand its fleet in NASCAR by adding Jimmie Johnson's two-car team next season. The addition of Legacy Motor Club will give Toyota eight Camry...

Felix Rosenqvist (6), center, of Sweden, leads at the start of an IndyCar auto race at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas, Sunday, April 2, 2023.(AP Photo/Larry Papke)
Newgarden holds off O'Ward for back-to-back wins at Texas

By Jenna Fryer Apr. 02, 2023 04:20 PM EDT

Jimmie Johnson prepares himself before the start of a practice session for the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona International Speedway, Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, in Daytona Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
7-time NASCAR champ Johnson adds COTA, Coca-Cola 600 to sked

By Dan Gelston Mar. 14, 2023 10:30 AM EDT

Fans takes selfie photos with Kevin Harvick, center, in the garage area during a practice session for the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona International Speedway, Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, in Daytona Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Harvick goes for win No. 10 at Phoenix in final Cup season

By David Brandt Mar. 11, 2023 02:19 PM EST

NASCAR Xfinity Series teams push their cars back to the garages after the race was postponed Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, at Auto Club Raceway in Fontana, Calif. (Will Lester/The Orange County Register via AP)
Farewell, Fontana: NASCAR's last weekend at a racing gem

By Greg Beacham Feb. 25, 2023 05:39 PM EST

Jimmie Johnson get ready to go out on the track during a practice session for the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona International Speedway, Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, in Daytona Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Johnson provides early Daytona thrills in NASCAR comeback

By Jenna Fryer Feb. 18, 2023 12:48 PM EST

FILE - Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Richard Petty looks on prior to an auto race at Darlington Raceway, Sunday, May 8, 2022, in Darlington, S.C. Petty Enterprises, an emblem of NASCAR since shortly after the series' 1948 formalization, has rebranded once again and is now Legacy Motor Club and co-owned by Jimmie Johnson, who will sometimes drive and this week attempt to qualify for the Daytona 500. (AP Photo/Matt Kelley, File)
Dethroned King: Petty hurt as Johnson takes over race team

By Dan Gelston Feb. 18, 2023 12:33 PM EST

Travis Pastrana, left, signs autographs before a practice for the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
NASCAR Cup Series at Daytona

Feb. 18, 2023 11:11 AM EST

Joey Logano, left, talks to a crew member after a practice for the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Jimmie Johnson tops Daytona 500 practice in return to NASCAR

By Mark Long Feb. 17, 2023 07:15 PM EST

FILE - Jimmie Johnson celebrates after winning the Daytona 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series auto race, Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013, at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Terry Renna, File)
NASCAR-Daytona 500 2/24/2013

Feb. 17, 2023 10:11 AM EST

Ross Chastain, left, and Kevin Harvick ride before fans during driver introductions before the first of two qualifying auto races for the NASCAR Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway, Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, in Daytona Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
NASCAR Cup Series at Daytona

Feb. 16, 2023 07:19 PM EST