NASCAR Championship Team Owner Bill Davis Dies at 74

Bill Davis, a respected NASCAR team owner known for his passion and leadership, has passed away at the age of 74. He made a significant impact on the sport through his championship-winning teams, notably achieving victories in prestigious races such as the Daytona 500 and the Southern 500 with driver Ward Burton. Davis began his NASCAR ownership career in the late 1980s, fielding teams in multiple series including the Xfinity, Cup, and Truck Series, with notable drivers like Mark Martin, Jeff Gordon, and Mike Skinner contributing to his success. His team, Bill Davis Racing, became a key player especially during Toyota's early NASCAR years, and was known for its competitiveness and nurturing of talent. Financial pressures led to the sale of his team in 2008, marking the end of an influential era in NASCAR. NASCAR and the racing community mourn his loss, honoring his kindness, generosity, and enduring love for racing, and extending condolences to his wife and business partner, Gail Davis, and his family.