Joey Gase

Joey Gase is an American professional stock car racing driver. Gase has competed in various NASCAR series, including the NASCAR Cup Series and the Xfinity Series. He is known for his advocacy for organ donation, a cause close to his heart following the sudden death of his mother in 2011, whose organs were donated. Gase has driven for multiple teams throughout his career, often participating in both the Cup and Xfinity Series in the same weekend.

PERSONAL LIFE 

Joey Gase, born Joseph Robert Gase on February 8, 1993, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, experienced a profound personal tragedy at the age of 18 when his mother, Mary Jo Gase, passed away due to a brain aneurysm. This event deeply impacted him and significantly influenced his professional and personal life, particularly his advocacy for organ donation after his mother’s organs were donated. His father, Bob Gase, has been a part of his life through these challenging times.

Joey Gase’s personal life has also seen joyful milestones. He is married to Caitlin Himmelsbach, a Cedar Rapids native who graduated from the University of Northern Iowa. Caitlin works for a nonprofit organization. The couple welcomed twin boys, Jace and Carson Gase, in 2019, marking a new chapter in their family life.

CAREER AND EARLY SUCCESS 

Joey Gase’s racing career began early and was marked by notable successes and a rapid ascent in the competitive world of motorsports. He started his journey in racing at Hawkeye Downs Speedway, where he competed in the track’s lesser classes starting in 2001. His talent quickly became evident when, in 2007, he clinched the track adjusted B title at La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway, becoming the youngest driver to achieve this feat.

In 2009, Gase’s prowess on the track continued to shine as he became the youngest driver to win the late model title at Hawkeye Downs Speedway. This early success laid a solid foundation for his career and signaled his potential to make significant impacts in larger racing circuits.

He competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, driving the Nos. 51 and 53 cars for Rick Ware Racing. His involvement in the Xfinity Series is on a part-time basis, where he drives the No. 93 for RSS Racing. In 2019, he expanded his presence in the Xfinity Series by joining MBM Motorsports to run the full schedule in the team’s No. 35 Toyota Supra.

Earlier, in January 2018, Gase was set to drive part-time in the No. 33 Ford for Circle Sport Racing, which had invested in Go FAS Racing’s No. 32 Cup Series Ford. However, this particular deal did not come to fruition.

In 2022, Joey Gase expanded his involvement in professional racing by entering into a partnership with Patrick Emerling to form Emerling-Gase Motorsports, a team competing in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. This strategic move marked a significant step in Gase’s career, transitioning from driver to also taking on the role of team owner, showcasing his growth within the motorsport industry and his commitment to having a broader impact in the field.

A notable highlight for Emerling-Gase Motorsports came when the team secured its first top-10 finish. Joey Gase drove to an impressive 9th place at Talladega Superspeedway, marking a milestone achievement for the fledgling team and demonstrating their potential for future success in NASCAR’s rigorous circuits. 

NET WORTH 

Joey Gase, a professional NASCAR driver, has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million and $5 million. His financial success can be attributed to his career earnings from racing, endorsements, and his involvement in team ownership. Gase’s sponsors play a crucial role in his financial portfolio; he is backed by a diverse group of companies including Lifelink, Page Construction, Red Rock Secured, Agri Supply, Channel Fusion, Rini Tech, Eternal Fans, and Adkins Auto. 

Apart from his professional endeavors, Joey Gase is also recognized for his significant philanthropic activities, particularly in the area of organ donation advocacy. This cause is deeply personal to Gase, as his mother, Mary Jo, passed away from a brain aneurysm when he was 18 years old. Her organs were donated and helped 66 others, a gesture that profoundly impacted Gase and shaped his future charitable efforts. In recognition of his dedication to promoting organ donation, Gase was awarded the inaugural Comcast Community Champion Award at the joint Xfinity and Camping World Truck Series banquet after the 2015 season.