Legacy MC appoints Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s winningest Crew Chief for Jimmie Johnson’s Toyota debut

Jason Burdett holds over a decade long experience and has worked with Jimmie Johnson diring his HMS days.

Legacy MC appoints Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s winningest Crew Chief for Jimmie Johnson’s Toyota debut

Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Jimmie Johnson (Via IMAGO)

Legacy Motor Club is gearing up for a dynamic 2024 season, shaking things up, and has now brought in a new crew chief at the helm. Jason Burdett, a seasoned figure in NASCAR, steps into the role to lead the No. 84 team which is said to be a part-time driver for the team owner, Jimmie Johnson in the driver’s seat.

The 2024 season marks more than just a change in leadership; it’s a significant shift for Legacy Motor Club. Toyota takes the wheel as the designated manufacturer, showcasing a strategic move to expand its full-time entries. The team’s principal sponsor, AdventHealth, transitions from Trackhouse Racing, lending its support to drivers Erik Jones and Jimmie Johnson in six and three Cup races, respectively.

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Burdett played a vital role in Dale Jarrett’s 1999 championship and Jeff Gordon’s 2001 title at HMS. He also teamed with Johnson during his time at HMS. Johnson, expressing his excitement, said in the team’s announcement;

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I have a very long history of working with Jason at Hendrick Motorsports – we spent a lot of time together throughout the years. Jason is one of the nicest people I’ve ever met in the sport, he’s solid and he’s created an amazing legacy for himself.

In the No. 84 Toyota Camry XS, the formidable duo eyes triumph in selective races, targeting the Coke 600 at Charlotte. Jason Burdett, with an illustrious record of 13 wins, 78 top-five, and 137 top-10 finishes in his six-year tenure as a NASCAR Xfinity Series crew chief, culminated in 2020 as JRM’s winningest crew chief, consistently guiding his team to the Championship 4.

Jason Burdett expresses excitement to reunite with Jimmie Johnson

Burdett is honored to contribute to the legacy LMC has built. The alliance with Toyota adds a remarkable chapter, and Burdett is resolute on steering the No. 84 Toyota Camry XSE to Cup Series win No. 84, crafting a compelling narrative for their shared legacy.

Thrilled to rejoin Legacy Motor Club, Burdett noted;

I'm excited to join Legacy Motor Club and reunite with Jimmie. I was part of Jimmie’s team when it all began and witnessed his first win in 2002.
Jimmie Johnson (Left) and Jason Burdett (Right)
Jimmie Johnson (Left, credits: Hendricks Motorsport) and Jason Burdett (Right, credits: JR Motorsports)

Adding another layer to the transformation, the No. 42 car welcomes a new face to the crew chief position — Ben Beshore. Legacy Motor Club is gearing up with two formidable contenders in the NASCAR Cup Series, with John Hunter Nemechek in the No. 42 and Erik Jones in the No. 43.

Excitement resonates through Legacy Motor Club as it embraces change and ushers in a new era. Johnson succinctly captures the sentiment, expressing genuine enthusiasm for the reunion with Burdett and the prospect of creating a new chapter in their legacy. The No. 84 team, with its new crew chief, is poised to make waves on the racetrack, fueled by a commitment to success and a dedication to reaching new heights.

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