Jimmie Johnson built a Hall of Fame resume during his full-time NASCAR Cup Series career from 2002 to 2020, winning seven championships and two Daytona 500s. The 50-year-old driver hopes to add to that resume in 2026, once again entering “The Great American Race” at Daytona International Speedway in February.
Johnson announced his intentions to compete in the 2026 Daytona 500 as well as his scheme for the event, with primary sponsorship from Carvana.
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“Carvana has been an incredible partner, and every season we’ve found new ways to celebrate what makes racing so special,” said Johnson in a LEGACY MOTOR CLUB release. “This year’s scheme is sharp, it’s fresh, and I can’t wait for fans to see it on the track in Daytona.”
Johnson is again piloting LEGACY MOTOR CLUB’s No. 84 Toyota Camry in the event. Johnson joined the team’s ownership group in 2022, the same year he returned to NASCAR Cup Series competition on a part-time basis. He became the team’s majority owner in 2025.
Carvana has partnered with Johnson since his move to the NTT IndyCar Series in 2021, following his retirement from full-time NASCAR competition.
“We’ve shared an incredible journey with Jimmie and we’re excited for what’s ahead in our fifth year of partnership this season,” said Ryan Keeton, Carvana co-founder and Chief Brand Officer. “Jimmie’s drive, energy, and authenticity always inspire us, and we can’t wait to see him take to the track at Daytona with this brand new design, marking another exciting chapter in our story together.”
Johnson previously won the Daytona 500 in 2006 and 2013. He is also a four-time Coca-Cola 600 winner, four-time Brickyard 400 winner, and two-time Southern 500 winner. Johnson’s 83 NASCAR Cup Series wins put him tied for sixth on the all-time wins list in series history alongside Cale Yarborough.
The California native has raced in the last three Daytona 500s since his return to part-time NASCAR Cup Series action. Last year, Johnson finished third in the race won by William Byron. That was his best finish in the Cup Series since joining LEGACY MOTOR CLUB.
Johnson joins a list of open competitors entering the Daytona 500, which will surely grow for the event in February. In November, JR Motorsports announced Justin Allgaier will again attempt the Daytona 500 in the team’s No. 40 Chevrolet.
Johnson will also take part in a homecoming later in the 2026 season, entering the NASCAR San Diego Weekend at Naval Base Coronado. Johnson announced in November his intention to compete in the Anduril 250 on the 16-turn, 3.4-mile street circuit on June 19-21.
