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.
Does Jeff Gordon own any 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 is Jeff Gordon's role at Hendrick Motorsports?
(AP) — Jeff Gordon has fit in just fine in his new job at Hendrick Motorsports. He is the new vice-chairman and the second-ranking team official to 72-year-old owner Rick Hendrick. The move positioned Gordon to one day succeed Hendrick and run the operation.
Who is the wealthiest NASCAR owner?
1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. Dale Earnhardt Jr. earns the ranking of the wealthiest NASCAR driver, with an estimated net worth of $300 million.
What car numbers does Hendrick Motorsports own?
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.
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- Kyle Larson, No. 5 Chevrolet.
- Chase Elliott, No. 9 Chevrolet.
- William Byron, No. 24 Chevrolet.
- Alex Bowman, No. 48 Chevrolet.
Is Jeff Gordon still part owner of the 48 car?
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.
How many wins does Hendrick Motorsports have in 2021?
Adding to this growing list, it was Hendrick's most winningest season in the Cup Series since 2007 when the organization won 18 races. They ended with 17 wins in 2021.
Does Chad Knaus still work for Hendrick Motorsports?
He is currently employed at Hendrick Motorsports as the Vice President of Competition. Knaus has 81 victories as Jimmie Johnson's crew chief and is the only NASCAR crew chief to win five consecutive championships. He has worked in NASCAR since 1991.
Is Hendrick Motorsports open to the public?
Hendrick Motorsports Museum welcomes visitors at no charge, and fans are encouraged to view our race shops during normal hours of operation. Also open to the public is the Hendrick Motorsports Museum & Team Store, showcasing the many years of Hendrick Motorsports history.
How many Corvettes does Rick Hendrick's own?
Rick Hendrick's Corvette collection
As per the Detroit Free Press, it houses 210 expensive and rare luxury vehicles, including 120 Chevrolet Corvette models.
How many car dealerships does Hendrick Motorsports own?
Hendrick Automotive
Hendrick has 140 dealerships that sell around 200,000 cars per year. And they service 2.6 million vehicles per year. The company was started in 1976 when Hendrick sold his assets to start Hendrick Chevrolet dealer.
Who has the most wins at Hendrick Motorsports?
20 different drivers have at least one NASCAR Cup Series victory for Hendrick Motorsports
- Jeff Gordon: 93.
- Jimmie Johnson: 83.
- Chase Elliott: 14.
- Terry Labonte: 12.
- Kyle Larson: 11.
- Darrell Waltrip: 9.
- Dale Earnhardt Jr.: 9.
- Tim Richmond: 9.
How many Daytona 500 has Hendrick Motorsports won?
The team since went on to win eight Daytona 500s, second all time only to Petty Enterprises' nine. The current Daytona 500 drought is HMS' longest since the organization also went eight years winless in the race following Darrell Waltrip's 1989 victory.
