Martin bought the home a little over three years ago for $2 million. The 77-year-old Foyt had knee surgery two weeks ago, and an infection sent him to the hospital Wednesday. MORE After more than 50 years of racing, 27 of those spent in NASCAR's top three divisions, Geoff Bodine said he is ready to move on. The following year, Ard was in the top ten 30 times in 35 races, with 23 top five finishes and ten victories. "Historical Driver Database of NASCAR Cup Series Drivers 1949 - 2020", "NASCAR Statistics and Results [DriverAverages.com]", "Racing-Reference.info - Race Results and Driver Statistics for NASCAR and more! "(Charlotte Observer)(2-15-2014), Rusty Wallace among inductees in Motorsports Hall of Fame: The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America will induct its 26th class of racing legends Wednesday, August 6, 2014 at Detroit's historic Fillmore Theater. Waltrip, a NASCAR Hall of Famer, lead analyst on NASCAR for FOX and Franklin resident, opened his Honda dealership in 1985. This article "List of former NASCAR drivers" is from Wikipedia. "I'm right with The Man Upstairs," Baker said Saturday when I [Tom Higgins] visited him along with Humpy Wheeler and Waddell Wilson at the Baker home on the western shore of Lake Norman near Terrell. (PR)(12-5-2014), Foyt remains hospitalized: Four-time Indianapolis 500 winner A.J. Trending pages Dale Earnhardt Tony Stewart Russell Phillips Jeff Gordon Kasey Kahne Bill Elliott Richard Petty Mark Martin All items (97) # A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Other A Adam Petty Al Metz Alan Kulwicki B Benny Parsons On the Road to Glory is in exhibit from February 1 thru May 19, 2013 at the Elmhurst Historical Museum . Drivers currently without a ride, but who competed for 2021 NASCAR Xfinity Series championship points. Shore's Nursery grows Fraser firs on more than a dozen farms it owns or leases in the Laurel Springs and Sparta areas of Alleghany County. (NBC Sports)(4-14-2014), The decal ran by JD Motorsports cars (#01, #4, #87) at Darlingtonon April 11th to honor former NASCAR driver Billy Standridge, Sad News - Billy Standridge: former NASCAR driver Billy Standridge passed away of cancer at 1:30am/et on Saturday, April 12, 2014. "It's unreal," Jarrett told MLB.com. Jarrett, 82, said he was diagnosed with the disease this winter but that his health prognosis was encouraging. Drivers who will compete in all 2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series races. He has a lot of years in the sport." It was inspired in part by the NBA's decision to select the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History on its 50th anniversary in 1996. It's been two years since Hornaday made his last start in the Truck Series, running what turned out to be an abbreviated schedule with the former Turner Scott Motorsports group and NTS Motorsports. His record includes 12 Nationwide Series wins and 15 victories on the Modified Tour. Getting my immune system built up and getting toxins out of my body and the cancer, I'm really feeling good and feeling good about the whole situation. Foyt remains in a Houston hospital, more than two weeks after he had triple-bypass surgery on his heart. We've been here five days, run 1,000 laps and we don't have a dent on the car. However the oldest part time NASCAR Driver is Boris Said at 59 years old. His subject wasn't racing, religion, politics or anything of the sort. The living members of this group were honored on February 15, 1998 during pre-race festivities for the 1998 Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. We wish him a speedy recovery and his on-air status is day to day. At that time, Bodine didn't feel that would be his last start in NASCAR, but he now is saying he will retire from the sport due to a number of factors. (NBC Sports)(5-7-2016), Jeff Gordon publishing first authorized biography: Jeff Gordon, four-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and current FOX NASCAR broadcast analyst, is publishing his first-ever authorized biography in October. Look for the American Muscle Car Driving Experience on Reed Sorenson's Sprint Cup Series #36 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway and at Dover International Speedway on September 28th. He played himself and got into a fender bender with character Ok Cha (Jodi Long) when attempting to parallel park. (see full story at MotorsportsUnpluged)(5-16-2012), Junior Johnson continues to recover: Only when he lies flat on his back does Junior Johnson feel no pain. Rudolph [WI] has racing legend Dick Trickle, and now friends are working to build a memorial in Trickle's former stomping grounds. The tractor, driven by Fletcher, NC's Jack Donohue (ran five NASCAR Cup races in the 1970's), is the first to ever compete at an East Coast Timing Association (ECTA) sanctioned land speed record event. I feel with all of the problems I had I'm looking pretty good. List of former NASCAR drivers From EverybodyWiki Bios & Wiki Jump to:navigation, search This article has lists of drivers who no longer compete in NASCAR. (12-14-2015), Get Well Lennie Pond UPDATE: Lennie Pond, NASCAR's rookie of the year in 1973, was scheduled to undergo cancer surgery Friday in Richmond, Va. Pond, 75, who had one career Cup victory (at Talladega in 1978), beat out Darrell Waltrip for the '73 rookie honor. . The Bo-Dyn Bobsled Project, created by former NASCAR driver Geoff Bodine, has provided bobsleds to the U.S. team for two decades and also refurbished them. Fornoro said previously that doctors found blockages in three arteries in which the 79-year-old Foyt previously had stents placed. Being able to come to the ARCA series and run at Pocono Raceway is huge for me. Driving the #22 Cunningham Motorsports Ford, Kyle Weatherman charged in front of Dominic Ursetta on the final lap to finish second. (PR)(7-3-2013), Bill Elliott's son wins ARCA race: Seventeen-year-old Chase Elliott became the youngest superspeedway winner in ARCA Racing Series history Saturday, winning the Pocono ARCA 200 at Pocono Raceway. (Daytona International Speedway)(11-27-2016), Mike and Angie Skinner selected as fourth quarter Spirit Award winners: The National Motorsports Press Association has announced Mike Skinner and his wife, Angie, as the winners of the fourth quarter Pocono Spirit Award. Would I have gone to heaven? "It is very positive and I feel good," Jarrett told NASCAR.com. Excitement," has never backed down from speaking his mind. "I'm in favor of giving back to our sport," said Jimmie Johnson, six-time Sprint Cup champion. "It was about 5 or 6 miles if I walked," Parsons recalled in later years. In 1975 he made history again, starting the World 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway and becoming one of only seven African Americans to compete at NASCAR's highest level, now known as the Sprint Cup Series. "Originally I'd planned to be at Indy, but now I get to do the 'double' in a way, and I can say I'll be driving at Charlotte. I just knew that racing wasn't important on the days I couldn't get out of bed. He served as a broadcaster for TNN and CBS. Known as the "Iron man" of NASCAR; Ricky Rudd holds the record for most consecutive starts in NASCAR racing. We've had a good car here several times, but for whatever reason we didn't win it." I made a page back in 1997 with some notes and images at Jayski's Talladega Experience page. (RustyWallace.com)(4-3-2015), Elliott voted into NMPA Hall of Fame: Less than two months after being inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame, legendary driver Bill Elliott has been selected for induction into yet another notable motorsports hall of fame. Just impossible," said Marlin, reached by phone. It's something that we cannot fix." He was airlifted to Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center in critical condition with a moderate to severe head injury, partially collapsed left lung, fractured shoulder blade and left-side rib-cage injuries. Edwards gives the crew chief's daughter Ashley (guest-star Spencer Grammer), who is an up-and-coming race car driver, tips about excelling on the track. This exhibit is supported by Chicagoland Speedway. I've got a long way to go but I'm feeling better every day." Burton had five career wins in in the NASCAR Sprint Cup series and four in the Nationwide Series. You just take the medicine and you'll be fine. Foyt, who has lost 50 pounds over the winter, does not expect to make it to a race before May as his current treatment keeps him tied to Houston. The oldest current Full Time NASCAR Driver is Kevin Harvick at 46 years old. That's it. "Back to doing a little bit of everything, I guess." The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America, motor racing's Cooperstown, announced today that it will move its operations and collection of historic racing machines and memorabilia from the Detroit area to the "World Center of Racing," Daytona International Speedway by January 2016. "I'm getting more of my strength back and I'm eating a better than I was when this first happened. (1-28-2013), Randy Bethea featured in new documentary: Throughout the 1970s Tennessee racer Randy Bethea was a regular competitor in NASCAR's second tier series now known as the Nationwide Series. The son of NASCAR Hall of Famer Buck Baker, the 6-foot-6 Baker was known as the "Gentle Giant" during his racing days. These are the drivers who made and make NASCAR fans stand on their feet and cheer. The depth of his dedication can be measured in what he went through to attend practices. In 1984, Earnhardt rejoined Childress, and they would go on to win 66 races and six championships. "Mooresville, is the absolute center of the sport of auto racing and the home of many of its famous personalities. After winning his 102nd NASCAR Xfinity Series race in his 362nd start on July 10, 2021 at Atlanta Motor Speedway, Kyle Busch "retired" from the series as the runaway career leader in victories . Jimmie Johnson is retiring. On Thursday, April 4, 2013 from 5 to 7 p.m., the Elmhurst Historical Museum welcomes visitors to mingle with one of NASCAR's legendary drivers during a Meet & Greet with Bobby Allison. "NASCAR and the motorsports industry are a major part of our state's identity and our economy," said McCrory. Named one of NASCAR's 50 greatest drivers of all time in 1998, in 2011 he was enshrined . He will be in the hospital a few days and is expected to be released later this week," said Winston Kelley, executive director of the NASCAR Hall. (Associated Press)(10-5-2013), Geoff Bodine inducted into Legends of the Glen: Popular race car driver Geoff Bodine was inducted into Legends of The Glen on Friday afternoon. "Back to building dirt cars and having fun again," Hornaday said recently from his race shop, surrounded by cars in various states of progress. Jeb moves up from the NASCAR Whelen All-American series to the Truck Series. Trickle, a central Wisconsin resident and stock car racer, died by suicide May 16, 2013, in Iron Station, NC at the age of 71. . Nothing to brag about, I was very weak and very tired but I have done some stuff with it. "(ESPN)(10-28-2012), Nadeau still feeling impact of accident: May 2, 2013 will mark the 10th anniversary of the accident that stripped Jerry Nadeau of his passion. His Chevy spun and hit the Turn 1 wall at 135 times the force of gravity. More than 170 local non-profits have spent the last two weeks in a big campaign to try to raise 8 million dollars in donations and volunteer efforts. I wanted to be king, but I went at it all the wrong ways," Waltrip said. 2. Wallace expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support he has received from Iowans all across the state, and specifically to Governor Branstad for the official Proclamation. "It was a difficult decision, but not as difficult as you'd think. Allison is a long-time friend of "The Golden Boy," a friendship that dates back to the start of Allison's career in the 1960s. Posse Films is in pre-production on the heart-centered motivational story of Bobby Allison. He thought the series was at its best in the mid-1990s when NASCAR ran 31 or 32 races. He led the final 138 laps. "He wasn't here Wednesday, but we talked on the phone. Even though . Call 1-866-RUSTY-GO, or visit www.iowaspeedway.com to learn more. And with time his hand began to shake. Jared Landers will team with late model dirt-race legend Scott Bloomquist, with both drivers competing for the Lucas Oil Late Model Championship in 2015. (WCNC)(11-29-2016), Rusty Wallace to compete in 2016 Finali Mondiali: NASCAR Hall of Famer Rusty Wallace is going to return to the driver's seat for the upcoming Ferrari Finali Mondiali on Dec. 1-4 at Daytona International Speedway. He finished second overall in the standings five separate times, including his first in 1990, and developed a reputation as the "best driver to never win a championship." Martin took part in 882 races over his 31-year Cup career, winning 40 and . Next: Top 10 NASCAR drivers of all-time With a rich history that includes two Pettys, an Earnhardt, an Allison and a Wallace plus 74 wins for a legendary IndyCar and NASCAR owner named. "It scared the hell out of me, and I mean that literally. See more info and how to order the book on my NASCAR Book News page. Nobody has ever been able to do it. "This is a terrific way to pay homage to the heritage and prestige of the No. Wallace will practice on Thursday, Dec. 1 followed by qualifying and racing on Friday, Dec. 2 and Saturday, Dec. 3. Giving Tuesday is this week and people across Charlotte are getting involved in the local effort. His racing fix also included attending one of dirt track racing's most competitive events. 2023 NASCAR Cup Series ROTY Contenders No. Trickle is survived by Delores Iwanski of Waukesha, Chuck Trickle of Las Vegas, Sue Trickle of Minneapolis, and Duaine Trickle of Plover. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2571 DIFFERENT MINT RETIRED NASCAR STAR DRIVER CARDS 1988 TO 2022 at the best online prices at eBay! (full article at Charlotte Observer)(7-28-2015), Where is Rick Mast? Drivers who will compete in at least one 2022 NASCAR Cup Series race. He hasn't peeked in his rearview mirror much since. Rusty Wallace (Photo: Brian Lawdermilk/NASCAR via Getty Images) Like Rudd, Rusty Wallace spent more than two decades in the NASCAR Cup Series. But if Nadeau doesn't live in his glory days of racing, he remembers them. He was taken by ground to a local hospital and was awake and alert, according to a track spokesperson. I'd tried to gut it out since March because racers never want to show weakness. Nascar has suffered from the retirement in recent years of many of its biggest names, including Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart, Carl Edwards and Danica Patrick. (AJFR)(11-10-2015), Former NASCAR driver sets Tractor speed record: A 1952 Ford 8N series farm tractor, dubbed the "8NCREDIBLE," stunned those on hand September, 27th at Wilmington Ohio's Airborne Park when it roared to a final round top speed of 96.3185 miles per hour. "I am going retire. Others being honored for their accomplishments in auto racing are Curtis Turner, Mike Duvall, Dick Hutcherson, Gene Stokes and Steve Waid. I can't tell you how many times I had headaches -- constant headaches. As little as 10% of the new deal would provide more money for a driver's fund than was in the initial concussion proposal between the NFL and its retired players. In the new episode entitled "Luck of The Half-Irish," Keselowski plays himself and finally breaks his losing streak. Pat McCrory surprised NASCAR champion and North Carolina resident Jeff Gordon by awarding him with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, the highest award the governor can bestow, according to a news release from the governor's office. "It's like the worst hangover in your life," he said at the time. The plane . Ard suffered a head injury which led to other complications and eventually brought on the dreaded Alzheimer's disease. (Iowa Speedway)(3-1-2013), On the Road to Glory: Fred Lorenzen: Fred Lorenzen The story of NASCAR legend and Elmhurst (IL) native Fred Lorenzen comes to life through photos, artifacts, and exciting race footage depicting a little-known local hero who etched his name in the annals of racing history. (NSSN)(9-26-2014), Tommy Baldwin Jr. and Steve Park form American Muscle Driving Experience: Two of the most successful motorsports professionals to come out of the northeast have blended their wealth of knowledge to develop the most unique driving experience anywhere in the country. Guthrie, who in 1977 became the first woman to start in the Indianapolis 500 and the Daytona 500, will be presented the Mildred Marcum Pioneer award. The American Muscle Driving Experience will also host several of the top racing drivers in the country. The remaining members of the class - Ole Bardahl, founder of the Bardahl Oil Company that has sponsored entries in a variety of motorsports; IMSA founder John Bishop; three-time American Motorcyclist Association grand national champion Ricky Graham; and NASCAR pioneer Marshall Teague - are dead. (10-26-2012), Bobby Allison appears at Maine Casino: One of NASCAR's most accomplished and respected stars was in western Maine on Friday, greeting local race fans and helping Oxford Casino celebrate its first expansion of floor space. At 45, chronic carbon-monoxide poisoning ended Mast's career. (Racing Experts)(10-18-2012) This years' event raised $220,000. His driving career ended on October 20, 1984 at North Carolina Motor Speedway near Rockingham when he was involved in a terrible crash. We started the feature in the 24th and last position since the field was set based on points. And every time you get a concussion you damage something in your brain. Martin will attend the start of the Indianapolis 500 before heading to Charlotte Motor Speedway for his pace-car driving duties. It's hard to believe this day is here. I know now how to better take care of my body, so hopefully, it won't come back." Iowa Speedway is a state-of-the-art 7/8 mile asphalt paved tri-oval race track and motorsports facility located just 30 miles east of Des Moines at I-80 Exit 168 in Newton, Iowa. He has competed in all three of NASCAR's national series -- Sprint Cup, XFINITY as well at Trucks. (Motorsports Hall of Fame)(1-25-2014) This was totally out of the box for me. Gordon will be on hand next week when giving tuesdayCLT organizers announce how much money people in charlotte helped raise. He finished his first year in the BGN division in second place to Hall of Fame driver Jack Ingram. "For me, right now, it's all about family and kids," Nadeau said. "(Frontstretch)(8-21-2015), Where is Ricky Rudd? Sharon is a track where we have raced a lot through the years and we are ready to tackle the competition." She did not elaborate on what the complication was. Packages can be purchased by calling 866-459-7223 or by visiting www.DarlingtonRaceway.com/congratscale. He's got two more chemo treatments and then hopefully they can go to surgery, but he's hanging tough. Vote for Your Favourite Race Car Drivers 1 Lewis Hamilton (British Formula One Driver and Winner of Seven World Drivers' Championship Titles) 36 11 Birthdate: January 7, 1985 Sun Sign: Capricorn Birthplace: Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England "It's a driving company where we help teenagers learn to drive." He has great grip with his left hand, so we are very much encouraged. Drivers who will compete in all 2019 NASCAR K&N Pro Series West races. David Pearson. (Ozarks First)(1-8-2017), Rusty Wallace Finishes 10th in Trofeo Pirelli World Final: The Ferrari Finali Mondiali wrapped up its four-day, first-ever North American experience Sunday at Daytona International Speedway, with two world titles determined and a historic appearance by Formula One drivers on the DIS 3.56-mile road course. Fifteen-year-old J.J. Haley was fourth in the Braun Auto Chevrolet and Austin Wayne Self finished fifth in the AM Technical Solutions Ford. "Personally, I wish the schedule were 32 again," Wallace said. For the day to come, it's unreal. Question: How is your dad doing? "To go into the National Motorsports Press Association with Ricky Rudd is very special for me personally because of his important contributions to both RCR and the sport of NASCAR racing as a whole. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2011, the leading vote-getter in his class. "And I've go to tell you, those were people that liked me so you can imagine what people that didn't like me had to say about me." "This was a lot of fun," Elliott said. Ned Jarrett Photo credit: Ted Van Pelt American retired racer and two-time NASCAR winning champion, Ned Jarrett, is an established figure in NASCAR. Bodine, who hasn't run full-time since 1999, has run part-time since his injury in the then NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Daytona opener in 2000. There are so many books with very little time invested by the drivers, but Jeff gave me unparalleled access at the race track, at special events - and at his home - over the past 15 months," says Garner. Pond's last Cup Series race was in 1989. It was definitely one of those things where it was time for me to hang it up because like the doctors said, they didn't know if you can take two more or one more hit for you to might not ever be normal again." "I am humbled and honored that Governor Branstad made time to recognize me today with an official Proclamation," Wallace said. The Waltrips started going to church together, and he said his life changed for the better. Articles copied from Draft Namespace on Wikipedia could be seen on the Draft Namespace of Wikipedia and not main one. "It's been hard. This article has lists of drivers who no longer compete in NASCAR. Every U.S. president since Eisenhower has participated. I feel privileged to be a part of it." Between his 33 starts in the 500, Marcis became one of NASCAR's most prolific drivers, making 883 career starts, behind only Petty (1,185), Ricky Rudd (906) and Terry Labonte (890). The Darrell Waltrip Automotive Group also sells Volvo, Subaru and used vehicles. Marlin told The Daily Herald in Columbia that the fire that started Friday morning destroyed his 2,500-square-foot garage in Maury County and three cars that belonged to his son-in-law, Michael House. When all is said and done after Iowa, the former Xfinity Series Rookie of the Year and three-time Most Popular Driver will leave behind a remarkable legacy of longevity and perseverance that is nearly unparalleled in the sport. NASCAR's leadership has done remarkable things to make a dangerous sport as safe as possible. Founded in 1965, the NMPA Hall of Fame and museum is located on the grounds of nearby Darlington Raceway. The last time Wallace piloted the storied #2 Penske machine was at the season ending race at Homestead-Miami Speedway November 20, 2005. Moving on to go-karts capable of speeds topping 100 mph as he got older just solidified the mindset. 1992 Petty retired in 1992, having raced in 1,184 NASCAR events, winning 200 of them. The winning bid was $2.3 million and the sale is scheduled to close this week. For the first time in his long and storied career, Darrell would be watching the race from the broadcast booth high above the track, explaining its complexities to a television audience of millions. (ARCA Racing)(4-29-2015), Film To Be Made About Bobby Allison: Posse Films, LLC, the inspirational feature film production company that controls the rights to several historically significant and uplifting life stories, recently announced the making of a biopic about the larger-than-life NASCAR pioneer, and NASCAR Hall of Fame member, Bobby Allison. Jarrett said that a biopsy was performed in January after dermatologists discovered a spot on his left arm during a check-up. (Yahoo Finance) "I'm doing a lot better; every day I'm doing a little bit more," Foyt said. When asked if doctors cite his brain injury as a contributing factor to his ongoing depression, Nadeau was uncertain. "He put nothing off-limits and encouraged the people to speak honestly," says Garner. He won the Mid-Atlantic Regional title as well. Although he had a sponsor willing to back him this season if an opportunity arose to run with a team in any of NASCAR's three series, no deal panned out for the veteran. "His many contributions to NASCAR racing have earned him a well-deserved induction to NASCAR's Hall of Fame, and his forward-thinking design of Iowa Speedway helped to create a destination in central Iowa that benefits every Iowan. Life after racing has kept Hornish in a spiraling heel-toe dance. Clint Bowyer, a Fox Sports analyst and former NASCAR Cup Series driver, was involved in a car accident in Missouri last week in which he struck and killed a woman who was walking on a highway,. The event was also highlighted with a special performance by legendary singer, pianist and composer Elton John. Hornaday, winner of a series-best 51 victories in NASCAR's Camping World Truck Series, is more hands-on these days, building dirt Modifieds for grandson Slater Blickensderfer and teammate Billy Workman Jr. as well as several other competitors. Parsons died in 2007 at age 66 of complications from cancer. "Just Another Racer: The Randy Bethea Story" tells the story of Bethea's racing life, from sweeping the floors in legendary engine builder Banjo Matthews' shop, to his venture into Formula Super-V racing, which he attributes as the main reason he failed to maintain long term success in NASCAR.