Conquerors of the Ovals: Legendary NASCAR Drivers Quiz

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In the decades after its first race in Daytona Beach, Florida, NASCAR has become one of America's most popular sports. Its expert drivers have come to keep the art of racing alive, while they had to drive in some of the most imposing racetracks ever built. 

It's exactly because of the folks inside the cars that NASCAR became famous. They are the ones that inspire fans to spend an entire day sitting in the sun, watching them drive in circles. Behind their mega-size helmets and the world's fastest cars, NASCAR drivers put their lives on the line every year, only for the glory of racing. 

Are you ready to prove your status as a top NASCAR fan? Put the pedal to the metal and take our quiz!


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NASCAR Drivers Quiz Questions

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Question 1

His name is synonymous with NASCAR. His legendary career probably won't be topped by anybody, at least in the near future. He has 200 victories and holds the record for most NASCAR Cup Series wins in a season. What's his name?

  • A
    Ryan Newman
  • B
    Richard Petty
  • C
    Dave Marcis
  • D
    Davey Allison

Question 2

Although nowadays he is a broadcaster for Fox NASCAR, in the past he was a famous driver. He is known for his famous rivalry with Dale Earnhardt. What's his name?

  • A
    Chase Elliott
  • B
    Jeff Gordon
  • C
    Paul Menard
  • D
    Baxter Price

Question 3

He is an American auto racing driver who competes in the IndyCar Series driving the No. 48 Honda. He is also a seven time NASCAR Cup Series champion, as he competed full-time from 2002 to 2020, driving the No. 48 Chevrolet. What's his name?

  • A
    Tim Richmond
  • B
    Darel Dieringer
  • C
    Jimmie Johnson
  • D
    Bob Welborn

Question 4

This driver has won the 1984 NASCAR Cup Series as Rookie of the Year and the 1989 NASCAR Winston Cup Championship. What's his name?

  • A
    Rex White
  • B
    Rusty Wallace
  • C
    Jimmie Johnson
  • D
    Lee Petty

Question 5

This driver never ran a full season. However, he won 105 races and three championships in his 28 seasons. What's his name?

  • A
    Red Byron
  • B
    David Pearson
  • C
    Derrike Cope
  • D
    Denny Hamlin

Question 6

This driver, otherwise known as "Smoke", became the ninth driver to win three championships with his come-from-behind 2011 title. In total he has won the championship three times. What's his name?

  • A
    Tony Stewart
  • B
    Tom Flock
  • C
    Jim Paschal
  • D
    Kyle Busch

Question 7

This driver didn't earn the nickname "The Intimidator" for no reason. He won a total of 76 Winston Cup races over the course of his 4 decade career. Can you name him?

  • A
    Sterling Marlin
  • B
    Ricky Rudd
  • C
    Dale Earnhardt
  • D
    Jimmy Spencer

Question 8

This driver competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, driving the No. 2 Ford Mustang for Team Penske, and part time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, driving the No. 12 Mustang. What's his name?

  • A
    Tony Stewart
  • B
    Brad Keselowski
  • C
    Herb Thompson
  • D
    Ned Jarrett

Question 9

Nicknamed "Sliced Bread," this driver won the Nationwide Series at only 18 years of age. He drives the Ford Mustang GT for Team Penske. What's his name?

  • A
    Benny Parsons
  • B
    Joey Logano
  • C
    Matt Kenseth
  • D
    Jack Smith

Question 10

This driver was one of NASCAR's first drivers. He competed in 1949 and won the Grand National Series Championship in two consecutive years. What's his name?

  • A
    Ray Elder
  • B
    Alan Kulwicki
  • C
    Herb Thomas
  • D
    Derrike Cope

Question 11

This driver is only 35 years old, but has a career that many would envy. He has 57 wins to his name and is a two-time champion. Across all three of NASCAR's national series, he holds an all-time record of 213 victories. What's his name?

  • A
    Richard Petty
  • B
    David Pearson
  • C
    Kyle Busch
  • D
    Darryl Waltrip

Question 12

A lot is expected from this driver in the future. In 2016, when he was considered a rookie, he won the Nationwide Series. What's his name?

  • A
    Martin Truex Jr.
  • B
    Chase Elliott
  • C
    David Ragan
  • D
    Reed Sorenson

Question 13

This driver competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series and drives the No. 11 Toyota Camry. He is the first rookie to qualify for Chase the Nextel Cup. Who is he?

  • A
    Jordan Anderson
  • B
    Bob Barron
  • C
    Tom Cox
  • D
    Denny Hamlin

Question 14

This driver, known as "The Closer", drives the Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing. He won the 2014 Cup Series. What's his name?

  • A
    Ron Bouchard
  • B
    Earl Balmer
  • C
    Tom Pistone
  • D
    Kevin Harvick

Question 15

Although this driver died in 1964, he lives on in the memories of NASCAR fans. He won the NASCAR Grand National Series in 1962 and 1963. Who is he?

  • A
    Buck Baker
  • B
    Jack Smith
  • C
    Worth McMillion
  • D
    Joe Weatherly

Question 16

Although a long time ago, this driver competed in just 560 races, yet scored 83 wins. He won three consecutive championships in 1976, 1977, and 1978. What's his name?

  • A
    Mark Martin
  • B
    Kevin Harvick
  • C
    Bobby Isaac
  • D
    Cale Yarborough

Question 17

This driver is the 2017 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series champion and a two time Xfinity Series champion. What's his name?

  • A
    Erik Jones
  • B
    Jack Smith
  • C
    Martin Truex Jr.
  • D
    Jimmie Johnson

Question 18

Here's another legend of NASCAR racing, although he died early in a car crash. This driver won the 1957 Grand National Series Most Popular Driver and was a Daytona 500 champion for three consecutive years. What's his name?

  • A
    Elias Bowie
  • B
    Elmer Cooper
  • C
    Ernie Derr
  • D
    Fireball Roberts

Question 19

This driver is also known as an author, analyst, and former national television broadcaster. He raced from 1972 to 2005 in the former NASCAR Winston Cup Series. He is known for driving the No. 17 Chevrolet. What's his name?

  • A
    Denny Hamlin
  • B
    Fred Lorenzen
  • C
    Darrell Waltrip
  • D
    Carl Edwards

Question 20

One of the most underrated drivers in NASCAR history, this driver won the Grand National Series in 1952 and 1955. Currently, he has the highest career winning percentage. What's his name?

  • A
    Aric Almirola
  • B
    Ernie Irvan
  • C
    Casey Mears
  • D
    Tim Flock

Question 21

He was a former stock car racing driver and owner. He was the founder of the famous Alabama Gang. He won the 1983 Winston Cup champion and the Daytona 500 in 1978, 1982, and 1988. What's his name?

  • A
    Tiny Lund
  • B
    Jack Smith
  • C
    Bobby Allison
  • D
    Harry Gant

Question 22

This driver has won 16 Most Popular Driver awards. Not even Dale Earnhardt Jr. can top that! What's his name?

  • A
    Wendell Scott
  • B
    J.D. McDuffie
  • C
    Bill Elliott
  • D
    Bobby Allison

Question 23

This driver never competed full-time. Nevertheless, he still retired from NASCAR with 50 wins. In the '80s he won the championship as a team owner. What's his name?

  • A
    Clint Bowyer
  • B
    Junior Johnson
  • C
    Bobby Labonte
  • D
    Neil Bonnett

Question 24

This driver competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, driving the No. 1 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Chip Ganassi Racing. What's his name?

  • A
    Ryan Newman
  • B
    Speedy Thomson
  • C
    Kurt Busch
  • D
    Davey Allison

Question 25

This driver, whose nickname is "the Golden Boy", is a former NASCAR Driver. He won 26 races, including the dangerous and difficult Daytona 500. What's his name?

  • A
    Ricky Rudd
  • B
    Cecil Gordon
  • C
    Fred Lorenzen
  • D
    A.J. Foyt

Question 26

This driver is truly legendary. He won 46 races, including three big races. What's his name?

  • A
    Buck Baker
  • B
    Greg Biffle
  • C
    Harry Gant
  • D
    Jimmy Means

Question 27

This driver was known not only as a champion but also for his calm personality. He was called "The Gentleman". He ended his career with 50 wins in only 352 starts. What's his name?

  • A
    Bobby Isaac
  • B
    Junior Johnson
  • C
    Nelson Stacy
  • D
    Ned Jarrett

Question 28

He is the father of NASCAR's all-time most successful driver. As a racer however, he was one of NASCAR's pioneers and one of its first superstars. He had a total of 54 wins, while competing in only 427 races. What's his name?

  • A
    Buddy Baker
  • B
    Terry Labonte
  • C
    Jeff Burton
  • D
    Lee Petty

Question 29

Yet another driver who didn't compete full time in NASCAR, but still achieved a lot. He competed for the original Chevrolet racing team and won the 1960 Grand National Series. What's his name?

  • A
    Dale Earnhardt
  • B
    Ricky Craven
  • C
    Kyle Petty
  • D
    Rex White

Question 30

He is the driver most famously known for driving the red Dodge Charger, with which he won the Grand National Series in 1970. What's his name?

  • A
    Jack Smith
  • B
    Paul Goldsmith
  • C
    Bobby Isaac
  • D
    Jeff Burton

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