Does Jeff Gordon still 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.

Who owns the 48 car in NASCAR?

A journey that began as Gordon/Evernham Motorsports and JG Motorsports in the Busch Series, and eventually transitioned to the Hendrick Motorsports No. 48 in the Cup Series with Jimmie Johnson will reach its intended destination in January when Jeff Gordon officially becomes a co-owner alongside Rick Hendrick.

Does Jeff Gordon own any of Hendrick Motorsports?

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.

Who is the wealthiest NASCAR driver?

1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. Dale Earnhardt Jr. earns the ranking of the wealthiest NASCAR driver, with an estimated net worth of $300 million.

When Jeff Gordon Drove For Ford

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 will drive for Hendrick in 2021?

In 2021, Hendrick Motorsports will field four full-time Cup Series teams with the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE, including the No. 5 for Kyle Larson, the No. 9 for Chase Elliott, the No. 24 for William Byron, and the No.

What is Jeff Gordon salary?

Jeff Gordon earns an estimated $20 – $30 million every year from salary and endorsements. Of that income, roughly $20 million comes from endorsements.

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 is Jeff Gordon's new job?

Gordon has settled into his daily role at Hendrick Motorsports as the new vice chairman and the second-ranking team official to the 72-year-old Hendrick.

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.

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.

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.

Who drives the Lowes 48 car?

After marking a career-best four-win season in his first year in the No. 48 Ally Chevrolet with 14-time NASCAR Cup Series champions Hendrick Motorsports, Alex Bowman focuses on continuing to etch his name in the organization's history books.

What car is Kyle Larson in 2022?

Reigning NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson registered his fourth DNF of 2022 on Sunday at Darlington Raceway. That's double his 2021 total. And he's only 12 races into this 36-race season. Larson pitted his No. 5 Chevrolet from the 10th running position due to engine trouble on Lap 112 of 293 in the Goodyear 400.

How many cars does Hendrick own?

Inside are more than 190 automobiles – many classics, some sparkling new, others expensive beyond the means of most, some never driven, all owned by Hendrick, at once one of the nation's leading automobile dealership owners and one of international motor sports' top team owners.

Who will be driving the 48 car in 2022?

Hendrick Motorsports has unveiled the 2022 No. 48 Ally Chevrolet driven by Alex Bowman.

Who will drive the #2 car in 2022?

2 car at Team Penske for 2022 season. NASCAR Cup team owner Roger Penske announced Thursday that 22-year-old Austin Cindric will be replacing former series champion Brad Keselowski in the No. 2 Ford Mustang next season.