Does Jeff Gordon own the 48 car?

But there's more to his car ownership portfolio than that. Gordon is also listed as the co-owner of the No. 48 car that was driven by Jimmie Johnson and is currently driven by Alex Bowman.

Does Jeff Gordon own part of Hendrick Motorsports?

Gordon, the face of NASCAR as it exploded in popularity in the 1990s, had an equity stake in Hendrick Motorsports since 1999, and his interest in the business side of the sport only grew, even as he called races in the Fox Sports booth.

What car is Jeff Gordon part owner of?

In 2000, Hendrick inked a lifetime contract with Gordon, something practically unheard of in all of sports. The deal came with a partial ownership of the team, with Gordon eventually becoming the listed owner on eventual seven-time Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson's car.

Who owns the 48 car and now?

Hendrick Motorsports announced Friday that Alex Bowman has signed a two-year contract to drive the No. 48 Ally Chevrolet through the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series season. Bowman's contract aligns with Ally's own contract with HMS. Both deals now run through 2023.

Does Jeff Gordon own any car dealerships?

When it comes to other business ventures, Gordon owns a dealership — Jeff Gordon Chevrolet — in Wilmington, North Carolina and also partnered with Bob Lutz in 2005 to open the Jeff Gordon Racing School.

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Does Dale Earnhardt Jr own a dealership?

and Rick Hendrick partner to open two Tallahassee auto dealerships. CHARLOTTE, N.C. – NASCAR's nine-time most popular driver and 2004 Daytona 500 champion Dale Earnhardt Jr. has opened two auto dealerships in Tallahassee, Fla.

Who owns the 48 car in NASCAR?

48 car that was driven by Jimmie Johnson and is currently driven by Alex Bowman.

Who will drive the 48 car in NASCAR next year?

Hendrick Motorsports has unveiled the 2022 No. 48 Ally Chevrolet driven by Alex Bowman. Take a look at all angles of the paint scheme. Hendrick Motorsports has unveiled the 2022 No.

Who is richest NASCAR owner?

Dale Earnhardt Jr. earns the ranking of the wealthiest NASCAR driver, with an estimated net worth of $300 million. His career began in the late 90s and he quickly became a legend in the racing community. From 2003 to 2017, racing fans selected Earnhardt Jr.

What is Jeff Gordon doing with Hendrick Motorsports?

As vice chairman and co-owner, Gordon will maintain a daily presence at Hendrick Motorsports with a focus on the organization's competition and marketing groups. The Vallejo, California, native will report to Hendrick and work alongside president Marshall Carlson and general manager Jeff Andrews.

What will happen to the 88 car in 2021?

As a result, there will be no #88 Chevrolet in 2021. There hasn't not been a #88 car in a Cup Series season since 1993. Bowman replaced Dale Earnhardt Jr. behind the wheel of the #88 Chevrolet after Earnhardt retired following the 2017 season.

Where did Rick Hendrick get his money?

In 1976, he sold his assets to purchase a franchise in Bennettsville, South Carolina. After doing so, he became the youngest Chevrolet dealer in the United States. Hendrick's influence increased sales to make the once troubled location become the region's most profitable.

How much does a NASCAR engine cost?

On average, a typical NASCAR engine costs around $100,000. However, during some racing events, teams use more than one engine. For example, a car competing in the Daytona 500 may use up to three engines throughout the event.

How rich is Danica Patrick?

The estimated net worth of Danica Patrick is $80 million. Danica Patrick is an American racing driver and spokesperson. Dana has the title of the most successful woman in the history of American racing.

Why did Keselowski leaving Penske?

“We've got to get results next year,” Keselowski said. One sticking point in Keselowski's decision was his desire to hold an ownership stake in a Cup team. Keselowski fielded his eponymous team in the NASCAR Truck Series for a decade and the desire to have a piece of a team in the elite Cup Series never went away.

Who owns Dale Earnhardt Chevrolet?

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Chevrolet and Dale Earnhardt Jr. Buick GMC Cadillac are 12 miles apart, a joint partnership between Earnhardt and Hendrick Automotive Group (NASCAR team owner Rick Hendrick's primary business).

What cars does JR Motorsports own?

As of 2022, the team fields four full-time entries in the Xfinity Series: the No. 1 Chevrolet Camaro SS full-time for Sam Mayer, the No. 7 Camaro full-time for Justin Allgaier, the No. 8 Camaro full-time for Josh Berry, and the No.

How many cars does Rick Hendrick's own?

At the 140-acre Hendrick Heritage Center in Charlotte, he keeps more than 200 classic cars, around half of them being Corvettes.