Johnson To Run Daytona 500 & Coke 600
Written by I Dig SportsSTATESVILLE, N.C. Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion and LEGACY Motor Clubs co-owner Jimmie Johnson announced his racing plans for 2025.
Johnson, who ran nine NASCAR Cup Series races in 2024, will once again attempt the Daytona 500 on Feb. 16th marking his 22nd appearance in The Great American Race.
Additionally, Johnson will race in NASCARs longest event, the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, on May 25. Both races will have the branding and colors of Phoenix, Arizona-based Carvana on the No. 84 Toyota Camry XSE, as the special partnership between Johnson and Carvana enters its fifth season together.
Im so proud of the relationship we have built with Carvana, said Johnson. They have always been supportive of my dreams and always find innovative ways to connect with fans. As my days behind the wheel of a race car continue to wind down, the partnership with Carvana continues to celebrate my career and its such an honor.
Should Johnson qualify for the Daytona 500, the 600 will mark his 700th NASCAR Cup Series start. It is such a fitting place to make a significant start at, noting that he has visited victory lane at Charlotte eight times throughout his career, four of which coming from the Coca-Cola 600.
Carvana, an industry pioneer for buying and selling used cars online, and a partner known for its innovative and thoughtful paint schemes, will announce Johnsons livery in late January, just ahead of the two-time Daytona 500 winners return to the iconic Florida track.
Were incredibly excited to support Jimmie and LEGACY Motor Club for a third season, said Ryan Keeton, Carvanas co-founder and Chief Brand Officer. Jimmies legacy in NASCAR is unparalleled, and our team is committed to creating a special livery that measures up to his 700th start milestone. Stay tuned for what we have in store!
Im thrilled to be returning to competition in 2025, said Johnson. These two races hold a special place in my heart, and Ive always loved the energy and excitement that surrounds them. The Daytona 500 is a crown jewel of NASCAR theres nothing like it. Charlotte Motor Speedway is where I made my first start in the NASCAR Cup Series, and its always felt like home to me.