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Wynn’s Racing – a name that signifies not just success but a storied history of unmatched achievements. With an indomitable spirit and relentless pursuit of excellence, Wynn’s has spent 85 years pushing the boundaries of endurance, speed, and innovation. Wynn’s isn’t just about racing, it’s about the passion that fuels us, the determination that drives us, and the legacy we’re continually building. PROVEN PERFORMANCE. LEGENDARY RESULTS™

1939
Chestien Wynn gives the world Wynn’s Friction Proofing
1950

Johnnie Parson’s drove the Friction Proofing Special car to a 1st place podium in the 1950 Indy 500. This marked the first entrance for Wynn’s into the racing world.

1952
Jim Rathmann drove the Friction Proofing Special #59 car in the 1952 Indy 500. Rathmann drove the #59 car to a 2nd place finish.
1964

U.S.C.A Championship –
Wynn's raced 5 rear-engine Friction Proofing Special cars in U.S.A.C. Championship and Sprint races in 1964. Built by A.J. Watson, whose cars have won five of the last eight Indianapolis 500-mile races this Leader Card Offenhauser was piloted by Wynn's ace driver, Don Branson.

1966
Don Garlits – Wynn’s became the first sponsor of “Big Daddy” Don Garlits in 1966. Don drove directly from a local race to the Wynn’s office in Asuza, CA. He arrived unannounced, walked in the front door, and told the team Wynn’s Friction Proofing was a great product that he used in all of his cars. Shortly after, Wynn’s sent Don a case of Friction Proofing, some stickers, and sponsorship check for $2,000.
1969

Don Prudhomme – Wynn’s dedication to racing was as remarkable as Don “The Snake” Prudhomme’s driving career. Wynn’s was a proud sponsor of The Snake for over 30 years; sharing in his 49 NHRA career victories, a stunning 35 wins in Funny Car finals, and 14 wins in Top Fuel finals rounds.

1972
Wynn’s sponsors two entrants in the 1972 Indianapolis 500 #52 driven by Sammie Sessions and #5 driven by Lloyd Ruby. Both cars earned a top ten finish – Sammie Sessions finished 4th, while Ruby placed 6th.
1985

WYNN’S SAFARI – Wynn’s Sydney to Darwin Safari was announced in 1985. The first event included several international competitors and more than 200 starters. The race was so tough, more than 75 percent of the field retired after the first competitive leg. Wynn's Safari was held 29 years straight and became known as one of the world's great endurance events.

1986

WEC/IMSA – The Wynn’s livery ran on the 962 IMSA prototype, numbered F01 (HR3F). The 962 was purchased new from the Porsche factory by the Hotchkis family and ran from 1986 until it was retired in 1991.  During that time, the Hotchkis Racing team enjoyed great success and numerous race wins including a win for the 962 at the HSR race at Daytona Speedway in 2000.

1987

STOCK CAR -  Wynn’s NASCAR sponsorship of Lake Speed. With sponsorship from Wynn's, Kmart and Delco Battery, Speed built an entirely new race team with himself as the owner. Speed and his purple and white #83 Oldsmobile recorded his first win Kmart/Wynn’s car at the 1988 TranSouth 500 at Darlington.

1989-2004

ASA - Wynn’s sponsors Gary St. Amant in the #7 Wynn’s car in the American Speed Association series and is the title sponsor of series races such as the Wynn’s Missouri 250 and the Wynn’s 300 as part of ASA AC-DELCO Challenge series.

1991

Wynn’s sponsors Pancho Carter driving the Wynns Alfa-Laval Lola Buick in the Indianapolis 500.

1999

AUSTRALIAN TOURING CAR CHAMPIONSHIP/SHELL CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES - Wynn's won the Bathurst1000 with the New Zealander duo of Greg Murphy and Steven Richards driving the #7 Wynn’s Holden Commodore VT.

2019

After a nearly 20-year absence, Wynn’s roars back into racing with a partnership with Ben Keating. Keating, driving the Riley Motorsports #33 Mercedes-AMG GT3. wins his third consecutive IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup.

2019

Wynn’s and Keating’s winning year continues at the 80th anniversary of LeMans. Keating and the iconic #85 Ford GT crossed the finish line first in the LMGTE Am category.

2021 - Today

Ben Keating and the classic Wynn’s livery continue to strike a winning presence in the IMSA series.

IMSA 2021 Season LMP2 CHAMPIONS

NAEC 2021 Season LMP2 CHAMPIONS

NAEC 2022 Season LMP2 CHAMPIONS

IMSA 2023 Season LMP2 CHAMPIONS

FIA WEC 2023 Season GTE AM CHAMPIONS

Notable Wynnsmen

EV Winsor – Outboard motor speed World Record holder

Bob Flock – 1947 NASCAR Champion

Red Byron – 1948 NASCAR Champion

Ex Samples – 1949 NASCAR Champion

Joe Weatherby – AAA Motorcycle champion

Roy Skaggs – Hydroplane speed world record holder

Al Dykes – Stock Car speed record holder

Bill Richardson – Racecar driver

Johnny Tolan – Racecar driver

William O. Taylor – Stock Car Owner

Kelley Johnson – Midget driver 

Bob Lang – Racecar Driver and Owner

Wynn’s Racing – a name that signifies not just success but a storied history of unmatched achievements. With an indomitable spirit and relentless pursuit of excellence, Wynn’s has spent 85 years pushing the boundaries of endurance, speed, and innovation. Wynn’s isn’t just about racing, it’s about the passion that fuels us, the determination that drives us, and the legacy we’re continually building. PROVEN PERFORMANCE. LEGENDARY RESULTS™

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Team Accomplishments
Race Victories:
623
Pole Positions:
682
National Championships:
4