Ask the Chatbot Games & Quizzes History & Society Science & Tech Biographies Animals & Nature Geography & Travel Arts & Culture ProCon Money Videos
verifiedCite
While every effort has been made to follow citation style rules, there may be some discrepancies. Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions.
Select Citation Style

Is Jimmie Johnson retiring?

Written and fact-checked by
The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree....
The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica

In February 2026 American race-car driver Jimmie Johnson announced that he would be retiring from NASCAR after the 2027 Daytona 500. However, he would remain involved in the sport as co-owner of Legacy Motor Club. During his career, Johnson won seven NASCAR championships (2006–10, 2013, 2016), tying a record held by Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt. In addition, Johnson won the Daytona 500 two times (2006, 2013). After several winless seasons, Johnson retired from NASCAR in 2020 and began competing in IndyCar races the following year. However, he returned to NASCAR in 2023 on a part-time basis.