From humble beginnings in the Carolinas and across the southeast, NASCAR has grown into not only the most popular form of auto racing in the United States, but also one that can attract the intrigue and attention of the rest of the world.

Seven-time NASCAR Cup champion Jimmie Johnson plans to run two series races this season, Legacy Motor Club announced Thursday. Johnson plans to compete in the Feb. 16 Daytona 500 and the May 25 Coca-Cola 600.

Rick Ware Racing has unveiled Cody Ware as their full-time driver for the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series. Cody Ware, 29, who has been involved in racing for years, will be driving the No. 51 Ford Mustang Dark Horse, and will be joined by crew chief Billy Plourde.

Jimmie Johnson confirmed Thursday that he will enter into the Daytona 500 as a third car with Legacy Motor Club and will run a part-time 2025 NASCAR Cup Series schedule.

Josh Bilicki will return as the lead part-time driver of DGM Racing's No. 91 car for the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series.

NASCAR Hall of Famer Jimmie Johnson is set to drive two races during the 2025 Cup Series, aiming to reach a landmark of 700 career races.

One one hand, Jimmie Johnson’s NASCAR Cup Series driving schedule for 2025 isn’t all that attractive. On the other hand, it’s nearly perfect.

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