Jimmie Johnson is scheduled to compete full-time in the 2024 Extreme E series. Extreme E is a global off-road racing championship that focuses on sustainability and uses all-electric cars. In preparation for the upcoming season, there have been two significant changes in the teams participating in the series.
X44, the team owned by a seven-time Formula One world champion, has announced that they will not be racing in the 2024 season. However, they may return to the series when it transitions to Extreme H in 2025, which will utilize hydrogen as fuel.
On the other hand, Legacy Motor Club, a NASCAR Cup Series team co-owned by a seven-time Cup Series champion, will be entering the 2024 season of Extreme E. Jimmie Johnson will be driving full-time for the team, although he will miss the season opener in Saudi Arabia due to his commitment to the Daytona 500.
To fill in for Johnson in the first race, an off-road racing legend will be the substitute driver. He will be partnering with a 19-year-old female racing star who has achieved success in US Pro off-road championships. This pairing is in line with Extreme E’s requirement of having a male and female racer in each team.
When discussing Legacy MC’s new venture, Jimmie Johnson expressed his excitement about representing the United States in a unique and competitive racing series. He also expressed his optimism for his teammates’ performance in the season opener and the opportunity to see his team’s flag in a foreign country.
For Jimmie Johnson, who is nearing the end of his Motorsports career, this off-road venture is a nostalgic return to his roots. He began his racing journey with motorcycles and off-road championships before transitioning to stock car racing. This move allows him to relive his past memories and experiences.
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According to the Source firstsportz.com