Jimmie Johnson honored with street name near Phoenix Raceway
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 11:13 PM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026
As NASCAR hosts the Freeway Insurance 500 at Phoenix Raceway this weekend, fans will see Jimmie Johnson Drive, named in 2020 for the seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion. The road honors Johnson, who had a significant career at Phoenix, including four wins and a historic final race there. The renaming coincided with his last season as a full-time driver, permanently recognizing his contributions to NASCAR and the track's history. Fans will be reminded of his legacy as they approach the venue.
- •Phoenix Raceway hosts the Freeway Insurance 500 this weekend.
- •Jimmie Johnson Drive was named in honor of Jimmie Johnson's NASCAR success.
- •Johnson has four Cup Series victories at Phoenix Raceway.
- •His final full-time race took place at this track in November 2020.
- •Phoenix Raceway's address is now 7602 Jimmie Johnson Drive, Avondale, Arizona.
- 11:13 PMYahoo Sports — Why Does Phoenix Raceway Have a Jimmie Johnson Drive?
"NASCAR fans visiting Phoenix Raceway may notice a street named after Jimmie Johnson. Here's why the seven-time champion received the honor.
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