Ben Beshore Joins Legacy Motor Club: In preparation for his NASCAR Cup Series return in 2024, John Hunter Nemechek will find a familiar presence guiding the No. 42 LEGACY MOTOR CLUB team: Ben Beshore, announced as his crew chief in an official statement made by the team on Monday.
Beshore, deeply rooted in the Joe Gibbs Racing NASCAR Xfinity Series program, notably alongside Nemechek in 2023, sees the challenge of shaping LMC into a contender as an invigorating shift.
Joining LEGACY MOTOR CLUB and continuing to work with John Hunter in the Cup Series after our success last season is thrilling,” Beshore remarked in a team announcement. “My aim is to elevate this program into a consistent top contender, striving for excellence week in and week out.”
A seasoned figure at 42, Beshore boasts three NASCAR Cup Series wins as a crew chief, all achieved with Kyle Busch at Joe Gibbs Racing, alongside an impressive 15 triumphs in the NASCAR Xfinity Series ranks.
Nemechek, securing seven wins and clinching fourth in the 2023 NASCAR Xfinity Series championship under Beshore’s leadership, expresses a strong bond with the experienced crew chief.
“The synergy between a driver and crew chief is rare,” noted Nemechek. “When you find that connection, like Ben and I have, you stick together. I’m eager to amplify our competitive partnership and chase after more victories and championships.”
Having tallied 41 starts in the NASCAR Cup Series thus far in his burgeoning career, Nemechek bagged three top-10 finishes during his rookie stint in 2020 while driving for Front Row Motorsports.
With an impressive track record of 22 wins across the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series and NASCAR Xfinity Series, Nemechek aims to secure his inaugural NASCAR Cup Series victory in the upcoming 2024 season.
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Who is the crew chief of the Legacy Motor Club?
Legacy Motor Club has enlisted the expertise of motorsports veteran Jason Burdett as the crew chief for Jimmie Johnson’s No. 84 Toyota Camry XSE in 2024. Burdett’s extensive experience in the field makes him a valuable addition to the team. With seven NASCAR championships under his belt, Johnson is sure to benefit from Burdett’s guidance and leadership. This move is a strategic one for Legacy Motor Club, as they aim to continue their success in the racing world.
Who owns Legacy Motor Club Nascar?
LEGACY MOTOR CLUB is a top-notch auto racing club co-owned by Maurice J. Gallagher, a successful businessman and entrepreneur, and Jimmie Johnson, a seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion. The club is a full-time participant in the NCS, with its Nos. 42 and 43 Toyota Camry XSE entries, and the No.