In 1984, with just 5 employees and 5,000 square feet of rented space, Rick Hendrick took a leap of faith and opened the doors to Hendrick Motorsports. Fueled by his deep passion for cars, he began what is now one of the most successful careers in both the retail automotive and professional racing industries.
For those non-race fans (wait, they exist?!), Hendrick Motorsports has earned a record breaking 11 car owner championships in the Sprint Cup Series. The organization currently employs four full time teams on the Sprint Cup circuit with drivers Kasey Kahne, Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. Any of those names ring a bell? Aside from their well-regarded wins with these guys, they also find themselves victorious on the XFINITY and Camping World Truck Series circuits as well.
Hendrick Motorsports complex is located just one mile from Charlotte Motor Speedway and includes: the team shop for all four NASCAR Sprint Cup Cars, Hendrick Motorsports Museum, and the Team Shop. Visitors are encouraged to visit the race shop during normal business hours for your chance to see the teams in action as they prepare for race day. Then take a stroll down memory lane as you browse through the museum, and take in the sights and sounds of Hendrick Motorsports history. The only thing that makes this trip even better, is that it is all FREE – that’s right, Hendrick welcomes visitors to the shop and museum free of charge. The t-shirts in the team store, now those you have to pay for so make sure to bring your wallet!
Hours of operation may vary during holidays and race weeks, be sure to stop by their website or calling 877.467.4890 before planning your visit.
HENDRICK MOTORSPORTS
4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28262