Superstar NASCAR Drivers: Where Are They Now? Some drivers didnt need a long career to establish dominance, and Benson Jr. is one of them. Rudd has a whopping 374 top 10s under his belt, a feat many drivers can only aspire to. Busch, in his first season driving for the Welcome, N.C.-based team, will carry Netspend colors in several races, including the March 26 event at Circuit of the Americas in Texas near Netspends Austin headquarters. That came in the 1988 Transouth 500 at Darlington. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Travis Pastrana to attempt Daytona 500 with 23XI Racing, RCR, Kyle Busch add sponsorship from Netspend, Pastrana, who will drive car No. That ship has sailed, he said. They all went on to enjoy successful seasons, and several became hall of famers after stockpiling wins with regularity. The super-popular Wallace started his NASCAR career back in 1980 and has been a mainstay in the sport ever since. He was also a key part of helping bring a new manufacturer into the sport and continues to work in the industry today. The medals will be presented after the Feb. 5 Busch Clash at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Isle of Man TT legend John McGuinness has put retirement rumours to bed as Honda has confirmed him in its road racing line-up for 2023. He logged 82 top 10s and five wins over 13 years. The sellout is the eighth consecutive for the 500, which opens the NASCAR Cup Series regular season. Cook was the first driver featured in the series in late 2016. Cook resides in North Carolina and still attends races - especially modified events. "That takes up a lot of time." Although Gordon misses the limelight and the adrenaline rush, were sure he is happy to retire from the grind. He operates the Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation and is the official spokesperson for Virginias 34 state parks since 2003. Ricky Rudd finished the 1990 season seventh in points after winning one race and finishing in the top-five eight separate times. He got into the automotive dealership business, opening both Dale Earnhardt Jr. Chevrolet and Dale Earnhardt Jr. Buick-GMC-Cadillac in Tallahassee, Florida. Upon entering retirement he purchased a large ranch outside of Jackson, Wyoming. Craven retired from commentary in 2020 to open a new venture, Ricky Craven Motorsports. Nicknamed Rocketman, Newman has been at the forefront of winning and losing over his 20-year career. Excitement has finally slowed down. He earned five Grand National/Cup wins, but as one of the sports last independent team owner/operators, he earned 94 top five and 222 top-10 finishes. Other than the fact that Elliott is a storied racecar driver, hes also a skilled planner. Although Newman's career is nearing its end, there are outside activities Newman is involved in as well. There arent a lot of celebrities that have been able to cultivate the career that Wallace has done for himself. To go to the event and earn my spot is really important. When Johnson isnt burning up the asphalt, he also operates the Jimmie Johnson Foundation, which helps communities and families who are in need. I was winning in the Busch Series and made some comments to the media about some officiating. Sponsorship will be from Black Rifle Coffee Company. Bill then said to me, You keep (expletive) around with me and youll be back there racing. All I said was, Mr. The super-popular Wallace started his NASCAR career back in 1980 and has been a mainstay in the sport ever since. Martin also opened up four car dealerships in his hometown of Batesville, Arkansas. He was most well-known for his fierce rivalry with Dale Earnhardt Sr., which went on until Earnhardts death in 2001. Entering NASCAR at the ripe old age of 18 is a dream for many aspiring fans, but Rudd pulled it off. Bodine rolled nine times and suffered numerous injuries, missing 10 races of the Cup Series season. Many great drivers like Terry Labonte, Bill Elliot, and Mark Martin retired and still can be seen hanging around on some race weekends. Motorsport.com caught up with Bodine recently from his home in Melbourne, Florida for this week's edition of 'Where are they now?' Humble beginnings Bodine grew up the second eldest of four. When it comes to NASCAR, Ryan Newman is a go-to driver teams depend on. The loss of the M&Ms/Mars sponsorship at JGR was a key in Buschs departure. Four heat races, two last-chance qualifying races and the feature will take place Feb. 5. Were looking forward to seeing the No. And then there was Spencers relationship with late NASCAR Chairman Bill France Jr. I was a cocky sonofabitch, Spencer laughed. Upon entering retirement, Jarrett took on the role of being a NASCAR commentator for a few different networks, something he still does today. These are the best drivers. Were looking forward to seeing the No. Today Jarrett has also dabbled in other types of competitions, he is a championship shooter and was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2014. Martin also opened up four car dealerships in his hometown of Batesville, Arkansas. Bodine now owns a Honda Power Sports dealership in Florida and he builds bobsleds for the United States national team. I was one of his heroes. He has won seven championships across supercross, motocross and rally racing and has amassed 11 gold medals in moto and rally car events at the X Games. He also owns Mark Martin Powersports in Batesville, which sells boats, motorcycles, ATVs and UTVs. Read his storyhere, Captain's Corner: Assessing the NASCAR season entering Easter break, Bottas wants talks over Alfa Romeo F1 future "quite early" in 2023. He followed the path of most retired NASCAR drivers who go onto open a car or motorcycle dealership of some type. 00; Full-time, Part-time; Gaylord, MI 49735; Apply Now Elliot Aviation Inc Avionics. Marcis didnt have the winning success in NASCAR that he enjoyed in short track racing in his home state. As for NASCAR racing today, Spencer is somewhat disillusioned. Jeff Gordon is a prime example of just how popular the sport has gotten over the last 30 years. More recently, Johnson has gotten into the commentating booth with his old rival Dale Earnhardt Jr. He worked as a commentator for ESPN starting in 2006 and continued in 2007. No, but its going to be an amazing week.. Although Newman's career is nearing its end, there are outside activities Newman is involved in as well. He has won seven championships across supercross, motocross and rally racing and has amassed 11 gold medals in moto and rally car events at the X Games. Photo Credit: NASCAR Newman and his wife Krissie operate Rescue Ranch. He had quite the career for someone who started with humble roots and made a great name for himself. Toward the end of his career, the driver was focused on mentoring the next generation of drivers. Lavar Scott, Andrs Prez de Lara, Jaiden Reyna and Justin Campbell are returning to Rev Racing, which operates the diversity program. When it came to the toughest foes he faced on the track, Marcis said the late Dick Trickle, a fellow Wisconsin native, was the toughest on Midwest short tracks, while Petty was among the hardest on NASCARs bigger tracks. I stay busy, I dont sit around., Oh sure, I still follow it, he said. Marlin followed the same path as a lot of drivers do and owned both a Chevrolet dealership and a Dodge dealership. Stewart was among one of the major celebrity drivers that propelled NASCAR to unfathomable heights. Newman also has an officially licensed clothing line, dividing his time between racing and figuring out what his next business move is going to be. Wallace had a close rivalry with Dale Earnhardt Sr. which lasted until Earnhardts death, although both drivers had mutual respect for each other. More recently, Busch has become a mentor for new drivers in the sport, mentoring his younger brother Kyle as well as Bubba Wallace, whos had an up and down few seasons. Stewart will undoubtedly go down as one of the most popular drivers. As NASCAR takes its first break of the 2017 season for the Easter holiday, Motorsport.com wanted to provide an opportunity for readers to revisit some of the 'Where are they now?' His expertise has been used by various racing teams and Elliott is still a commentator for NASCAR to this day. This solidified his status as a member of the 2013 Hall of Fame class. The racing of yesteryear was an entirely different sport than it is today, with a lot more risk and less technology. He currently is 64 years old and is living in Kannapolis, North Carolina with his wife. And I won Daytona (1994 Pepsi 400). Throughout the 90s, Craven managed to score highly and drive with the precision youd expect out of a more seasoned driver. "NASCAR's Jason Leffler dead after dirt track crash", article "List of former NASCAR drivers" is from Wikipedia, https://en.everybodywiki.com/index.php?title=List_of_former_NASCAR_drivers&oldid=924203, Portal templates with all redlinked portals, = Former champion in National Touring Series, = Former Champion in National Touring Series. Drivers who participate in sporting events not only get fame but also fortunes and a reputation that can last for decades. Bodine was one of the longest-tenured drivers in the sport, actively driving for a team well into his 60s. Former NASCAR tracks: Where are they now Mike Hembree Special for USA TODAY Sports 0:00 1:05 NASCAR reduced the schedule of its top national series dramatically in 1972 from 48 races to. So my quality of life is I dont need my jet or other stuff anymore. After finishing his last race of the 2019 season, Sadler has been heavily involved with the Autism Speaks Foundation. More recently, Johnson has gotten into the commentating booth with his old rival Dale Earnhardt Jr. Read his storyhere, This California native was part of NASCAR's 1990's Golden State rush. While reading these stories, readers and NASCAR fans also have an opportunity to submit ideas for future stories they would like to see on Motorsport.com in the future. Gordon was always a people person, and his outgoing personality made him an instant star. Now he helps his son Brandon make a name for himself in the sport. After his retirement, he was a NASCAR analyst for ESPN where he worked for 12 years, eventually moving onto FOX Sports. Newman also has an officially licensed clothing line, dividing his time between racing and figuring out what his next business move is going to be. 11 NASCAR Whelen Euro Series - EuroNASCAR 2 Division drivers. When a driver frequently moves from team to team, he's often called a "journeyman.". Of the top seven, six are still alive while the other died in a tragic accident. Following the 1990 NASCAR Cup Series season, the top seven drivers remained in stock car racing. Now Wallace owns and operates eight car dealerships in East Tennessee. Stefanikenjoyed a wonderful career and reflects on his many accomplishments-- past and present --in this article. France wants to see you., Bill always used to tell me there were two heroes he had. Thats when he looks at me with a stare and I knew I was in trouble, Spencer said. Drivers were selected after participating a combine in November in Charlotte and South Boston, Va. He had no wins, no top fives and four top 10s. He was involved in a fiery accident in which his truck went up into the air and into the catch fencing at 190 mph. Morgan Shepherd started his racing career in 1967 and went on to compete in multiple series. Nicknamed "Rocketman," Newman has been at the forefront of winning and losing over his 20-year career. Grandstand seating and camping spots are sold out for the Feb. 19 Daytona 500, Daytona International Speedway announced Tuesday. Eight drivers have been named to this year's NASCAR Drive for Diversity Driver Development Program. Nowadays Labonte shares his expertise with various racing teams, most notably Petty Racing. The Rooster built a reputation for being an "ironman" during his NASCAR career, starting 788 consecutive races from 1981- 2005. Grissom, a standout offensive lineman, defensive end and linebacker, could play college football at the University of Alabama for legendary Paul "Bear" Bryant, or he could try to become a NASCAR driver. I think thats another thing that made us better racers because we learned how to set those cars up with those old, hard tires. From 2011 to 2013, Pastrana raced in 42 Xfinity Series events. Read his storyhere, There have been a lot of racers who were 'tough' in NASCAR, but not many could touch the resume of the 'Ironman' in the sport. A Hall of Fame driver (2017), Mark Martin became one of the most popular drivers in the Cup Series. Rudd eventually worked his way up to being a part-time analyst for NASCAR events. Elliott most recently attended the Season Finale 500 at Phoenix Raceway. They put an ad in the newspaper and formed (the CWRA) at Eds Bowling Alley on 6th Street in Wausau in 1958, said Marcis, who still has a scrapbook of newspaper clippings from his nearly five-decade racing career. Read his storyhere, The Wisconsin native was better known for his attire -- wing tips and Goodyear hats - but he was an accomplished racer that built a legion of dedicated fans throughout the country. The venture is an animal rescue foundation that focuses on rehoming companion animals in shelters. NBC Sports notes that he spends most of his retirement days on a 300-acre ranch in North Carolina. Listen to this article. None other than The King, Richard Petty, was the first to greet Marcis, the wing-tipped short track wonder from Wausau, Wisconsin. Our fans know theres nothing better in sports than attending the Daytona 500, and they will help us kick off NASCARs 75th Anniversary by filling the facility, said speedway president Frank Kelleher in a statement released by the track. But Petty wasnt merely being friendly, welcoming the newest kid to NASCAR. He returned to the Cup Series in 1991 in search of his first championship but could not overtake Earnhardt in the standings. For a list of active NASCAR drivers, see List of NASCAR drivers. Youll usually find him tinkering with old cars, attending car shows or playing poker with friends. More recently, Busch has become a mentor for new drivers in the sport, mentoring his younger brother Kyle as well as Bubba Wallace, whos had an up and down few seasons. Eric Phillips will be the teams crew chief. Jarrett was one of the originals in NASCAR racing, and when many think of the sport, his name comes up first. The famed driver was also inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2015, a prestigious honor that was bestowed on him at a young age (still in his sixties). One of those 26 is Steve Park. To be able to line up beside them will be something Ill be able to smile proudly about for the rest of my life., He admitted that winning for me is finishing on the lead lap., In a release by the team, 23XI Racing President Steve Lauletta called Pastrana one of the most well-known and well-decorated action sports athletes of all time, and were looking forward to helping him in his quest to race in the Daytona 500. * NASCAR Cup Series career: 882 starts, 40 wins, 271 top-five and 453 top-10 finishes. She was worried about retirement and so many things in life and she couldnt enjoy them. Even with the lengthy NASCAR career he enjoyed, Marcis has never forgotten his short track roots. Busch left Joe Gibbs Racing after 15 seasons to join RCR for 2023. Ingram was a pioneer in many ways and helped bring what was then known as the Busch Series to life. Four heat races, two last-chance qualifying races and the feature will take place Feb. 5. Bodine finished his NASCAR career with over 200 wins in modifieds, 18 wins in Cup and six Xfinity Series wins. Kyle Busch and Richard Childress Racing have picked up multi-race sponsorship from financial services company Netspend. Sponsorship will be from Black Rifle Coffee Company. Marlin is another driver that had a fair amount of success in a short period. After starring in football and basketball and becoming a budding race-car driver, Steve Grissom had a big decision to make when he graduated high school. Read his storyhere, Newton-Conover High School in Newton, North Carolina produced some popular figures from the sport and none was more popular than Setzer, especially in his home state. I still have friends from my modified days in Connecticut. Even when he isnt on the track, Busch is either involved with racing through the iRacing simulator or starring on the cover of video games. Although Newmans career is nearing its end, there are outside activities Newman is involved in as well. If anyone was wondering, Lake Speed is no relation to Scott Speed. Read his storyhere, One of the original members of the 'Alabama Gang' along with his brother Bobby, Red Farmer and the late Neil Bonnett. After racing, Bodine did the next most common thing for retired drivers and opened a Honda Power Sports dealership in West Melbourne, Florida. An old buddy of mine once told me you have to make a decision when enough is enough and your quality of life is more important. Before he retired after the 2016 season, the 56-year-old Milwaukie, Oregon, native developed a reputation that he would drive anything, anywhere and for anybody. Other than the fact that Elliott is a storied racecar driver, hes also a skilled planner. The modified racing legend and retired NASCAR executive was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2016. Tickets remain available in the infield Fanzone and in hospitality areas. Trenton, New Jersey (Trenton Speedway) used to be a real tough race track when they put the dog leg in the back straightaway, and Dover, Delaware (Dover International Speedway) was a real tough race track because youd spend 5 hours in that heat, at 130 degrees in that race car, he said. Following the 2013 season, Martin spent time with Stewart-Haas Racing in a consulting and testing role before spending one season with Roush Fenway Racing as a driver development coach. He won 11 races in one year and was also named one of the 50 greatest modified drivers. Former/retired drivers[edit] = Former champion in National Touring Series. Copyright 2023 PopCulture.com. The 1988 Rookie of the year Ken Bouchard never got a win and only got one top-10. Marcis and wife Helen have spent the last 51 years living outside Asheville, North Carolina, where hes far from retired, owning Street Rods by Dave Marcis. 10 NASCAR Whelen Euro Series - EuroNASCAR PRO Division drivers. McGuinness ends retirement rumours with TT 2023 entry with Honda. * Even though he never won a Cup championship, he did record five runner-up finishes in the drivers'. Martin was always a major proponent of driver health and fitness, which enabled him to drive well into his fifties. He was successful in late models to trucks and Busch series cars throughout his career. Made 31 Truck starts and earned one win and 11 top 10s. What ever happened to the "pretty good" drivers that we don't see every week anymore? Elite racing is intense motorsport with a lot of danger and risk, something that doesnt equate to pleasant golden years. Kyle Busch and Richard Childress Racing have picked up multi-race sponsorship from financial services company Netspend. Upon entering retirement, Jarrett took on the role of being a NASCAR commentator for a few different networks, something he still does today. Faith, family and home-life stability ultimately won out over checkered flags and chasing wins and championships. His racing style was calm and collected, which lead him to become a NASCAR advisor in his later years. Rookie Austin Cindric won last years Daytona 500 by .036 of a second over Bubba Wallace. These days Marlin is seldom seen in the limelight and has faded into a quiet retirement. I said, Bill, thats Stafford (Speedway in Connecticut, where Spencer raced a lot in his early days). We as a society have lost a lot of the passion, he said. He was always my idol when I first started racing. It was time to move on.. His expertise has been used by various racing teams and Elliott is still a commentator for NASCAR to this day. Of the top seven, six are still alive while the other died in a tragic accident. In those days, everybody had to qualify and sometimes you had 62 cars trying to qualify for 40 or so places.. That was my first big race track, Marcis said when asked what it was about Daytona that kept him coming back. He collided with Ken Schrader after contacting Sterling Marlin and hit the wall head-on. Entering NASCAR at the ripe old age of 18 is a dream for many aspiring fans, but Rudd pulled it off. Marlin is another driver that had a fair amount of success in a short period. Because his team does not have a charter, Pastrana will have to earn one of the four non-charter spots to make the 500 field. He talks about his faith, his future and that fateful day in Daytona many years ago. Twenty-seven cars will compete in the 150-lap feature on the quarter-mile track built inside Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. In 2002 he was diagnosed with Carbon Monoxide Posing and fell very ill and was force to retire. 18+, UK residents only, T&Cs Apply, Gamble Responsibly. They all went on to enjoy successful seasons, and several became hall of famers after stockpiling wins with regularity. Spencer sat across a desk from France, who pulled out a piece of paper and drew a circle on it. Earnhardt Jr. has also done voice acting in the Disney/Pixar movie Cars as Number 8. He set a record by being named Most Popular Driver 16 times and ultimately withdrew his name from the ballot. We didnt have no money or big sponsorships when we did it. Today, the 60-year-old Spencer wishes he could have some of that time back. I still dabble in antique cars and trucks. Not only do the medals honor the rich tradition of this stadium, but they also provide a special element unique to NASCARs 75th anniversary.. Eric Phillips will be the teams crew chief. After 2018, driving took a backseat for Earnhardt and he honed in on his many other business interests. It is one of the premier salvage yards in the country. NASCAR has named eight drivers to the 2023 Drive for Diversity driver group. He added three more championships to his already impressive resume, bringing his total to seven. Martin was one of those drivers who never made it to a superstar level but still managed to do well for himself. Gordon was always a people person, and his outgoing personality made him an instant star. Los Angeles will host the 2028 Oympics. He operates the Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation and is the official spokesperson for Virginias 34 state parks since 2003. The venue hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the 1932 and 1984 Olympics. Driver. The driver operated Rusty Wallace Racing until 2012m when he moved onto full-time commentating. For the longest time, Sadler was the face of racings younger generation. 17 Hesco Exhaust-sponsored Chevrolet. It was time for me to say its time to start enjoying life, Spencer said. Another popular name in NASCAR for two decades was Mark Martin, who had the most wins in the Xfinity Series with an impressive 49. When it comes to NASCAR, Ryan Newman is a go-to driver teams depend on. Wilson made over 200 starts in NASCAR's top series throughout his career and is probably best remembered for taking over the ride held by 'The King' Richard Petty after his retirement in 1992. Lewis Hamiltons ultimate mission at the Mercedes Formula 1 team is unchanged since the day he joined: it is taking himself and his team to world championship glory. At the height of his popularity, Stewart was featured in a Three Doors Down music video and on the cover of numerous NASCAR video games. In order to keep delivering our expert journalism, our website uses advertising. Read his storyhere, Although he was an accomplished driver and record holder while racing modifieds in his native northeast, this Chemung driver will be remembered always. When 26-year-old Dave Marcis went south to pursue fame and fortune in NASCAR, he received a true royal welcome when he pulled into the Daytona International Speedway garage for the first time in February 1968. Last July, Marcis returned to his hometown, along with Sauter and others to take in a CWRA Stars to Legends Tour race and share many memories in and around his old stomping grounds of State Park Speedway. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Travis Pastrana to attempt Daytona 500 with 23XI Racing, RCR, Kyle Busch add sponsorship from Netspend, Pastrana, who will drive car No. Both wins came in restrictor-plate races in the summer of 1994 at Daytona (Pepsi 400) and three weeks later at Talladega (Die Hard 500). 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