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Call them inseparable. Despite a few rough patches in their 17-year working relationship, driver Jimmie Johnson and crew chief Chad Knaus achieved a level of success at NASCAR’s highest level unpar…
Hall of Fame induction and their unprecedented success, Jimmie Johnson and Chad Knaus have proven to be inseparable partners in their 17-year working relationship. This remarkable duo was honored with their induction into the NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2024 in their first year of eligibility, alongside Donnie Allison. Johnson, hailed as the best driver by teammate Jeff Gordon, expressed his gratitude to his family, friends, teammates, and those who have supported him throughout his journey. He acknowledged that his success, including seven championships and 83 wins, was all about relationships and thanked companies like Lowe’s and Ally for their support. Johnson also reserved special praise for Jeff Gordon and Rick Hendrick, the ones who selected him for the No. 48 car and guided his career. Despite a rough patch in 2005, Hendrick’s intervention with milk and cookies on Mickey Mouse plates helped save their partnership, leading to a record-breaking streak of five consecutive championships from 2006 to 2010.
