JR Motorsports (JRM) is a NASCAR race team founded in 1998 by Dale Earnhardt Jr. The team began as a marketing arm for Dale Earnhardt Inc. (DEI) before evolving into a full-fledged racing organization in 2002. Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, JRM currently competes in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. The team has clinched numerous accomplishments, including over 90 race victories and three Xfinity Championships.
JRM clinched its first Xfinity Series championship in 2014 with driver Kevin Harvick, followed by victories in 2017 and 2018 with William Byron and Tyler Reddick, respectively. The team’s roster has included several notable drivers. In addition to Earnhardt Jr., who drove for the team early on, other talented racers such as Chase Elliott, Justin Allgaier, and Noah Gragson have also donned the JRM colors.
JR Motorsports Owner
JR Motorsports is co-owned by Dale Earnhardt Jr., Kelley Earnhardt Miller, Rick Hendrick, and L.W. Miller. The team was co-founded by NASCAR Hall of Famer Earnhardt Jr. in 1998 as a marketing division and transitioned into a full-fledged racing team in 2002.
Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. is perhaps the most recognizable face of JR Motorsports. Born on October 10, 1974, he is a well-known figure in motorsports and a 15-time Most Popular Driver in NASCAR. The son of legendary driver Dale Earnhardt Sr., he grew up immersed in the world of stock car racing. Earnhardt Jr. began his professional career in the late 1990s and quickly became a fan favorite, winning two Xfinity Series championships in 1998 and 1999. He then switched to the NASCAR Cup Series, where he drove for Dale Earnhardt Inc. before joining Hendrick Motorsports in 2008. Over his career, he secured 26 Cup Series victories and became a two-time Daytona 500 champion. In 2002, he co-founded JR Motorsports and retired from full-time driving in 2017. Since then, he has been a driving force behind JRM.
Kelley Earnhardt Miller
Kelley Earnhardt Miller, born on August 28, 1972, is the sister of Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the general manager and co-owner of JR Motorsports. Growing up in a racing family, she was surrounded by her father's legacy in NASCAR. Kelley initially pursued a career outside of racing but eventually returned to the sport to help manage her brother's racing ventures. Kelley has also been involved in various charitable initiatives through The Dale Jr. Foundation.
Rick Hendrick
Born on July 12, 1949, Rick Hendrick is famous for founding Hendrick Motorsports in 1984. He has since become one of the most successful owners in the sport's history, with numerous championships across multiple series. Hendrick's partnership with Dale Earnhardt Jr. began when Junior signed with Hendrick Motorsports as a driver in 2008. This laid the groundwork for the formation of JR Motorsports we see today. Beyond racing, he is also known for his philanthropic efforts through the Hendrick Marrow Program, which supports bone marrow transplant patients and their families.
L.W. Miller
L.W. Miller is also a Stock Car Racing driver. He is a member of the Earnhardt family, the husband of Kelly Miller, and the brother-in-law of Dale Earnhardt Jr. Behind the wheel, he was the 2008 NASCAR Whelen Southern Modified Tour. Besides that, he also competed in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, the ARCA Menards Series, and the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour.
JR Motorsports Owner’s Net Worth
The net worth of Dale Earnhardt Jr. is estimated to be around $300 Million, as per Celebrity Net Worth. The net worth of co-owner Rick Hendrick is estimated to be a billion dollars as of 2024. JR Motorsports' co-owners' finances are significant. However, the net worth of the Miller couple is not known.
FAQs on JR Motorsports Owners
A. JR Motorsports is co-owned by Dale Earnhardt Jr., Kelley Earnhardt Miller, Rick Hendrick, and L.W. Miller. The exact ownership split between these four is not known.
A. Dale Jr. Earnhardt is a co-owner of JR Motorsports.
A. Dale Jr. Earnhardt is reportedly worth $300 Million.
A. JR Motorsports field four fill-time cars in Xfinity Series.