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NASCAR Cup series team Legacy Motor Club will expand into Extreme E this season, with Jimmie Johnson and Gray Leadbetter driving for it in the all-electric international off-road series. It marks s…
Legacy Motor Club, an NASCAR Cup series team, is expanding into the Extreme E championship this season. The team will be represented by Jimmie Johnson and Gray Leadbetter, who will be driving in the all-electric international off-road series. This move is a return to Johnson’s off-road roots, as he previously raced off-road trucks before his stock car career. With over 20 wins and 100 podium finishes in off-road racing, Johnson is excited to be back in this type of competition. The team is enthusiastic about representing America in a series that focuses on sustainability, inclusion, and gender equality. Additionally, the technical aspect of the series’ transition to hydrogen in 2025 is intriguing for the entire motorsports community. The 2024 season begins this weekend in Saudi Arabia, and Johnson will be absent due to his commitment to the Daytona 500. His place in the Legacy Motor Club team will be taken by Travis Pastrana, a six-time US rally champion. Pastrana is experienced in electric vehicles and is eager to compete in the Extreme E championship. Both Johnson and Pastrana will be partnered by Gray Leadbetter, making her Extreme E debut. At 19 years old, Leadbetter will be the second-youngest driver in the championship. She is thrilled for the opportunity to race alongside Johnson and the Legacy Motor Club team, calling it a dream come true.
