1978 World Champion who raced for years in CART and retired at 55 as one of the top drivers, despite his age. He now largely attends races as a spectator/consultant although he still drives occasionally in sportscars, although his dream of winning Le Mans seems to have been abandoned. Also has numerous business interests, both racing and non-racing related, including car dealerships, gas stations, books and a vineyard. As well as his 1978 triumph, he won the Indycar title three times - 1965, 1966 and 1969 - and then the Champcar title in 1984, as well as winning in NASCAR and also taking 3 Sebring 12 Hour wins. In 2024, he was named as a director of the board of the General Motors F1 team.

Biography last updated 26 Nov 2024