Jan Magnussen

Jan Ellegaard Magnussen, born on July 4, 1973, is a highly accomplished Danish professional racing driver with a career spanning various racing disciplines. Until the end of the 2020 season, he was a factory driver for General Motors. Magnussen's career includes stints in Championship Auto Racing Teams (CART), NASCAR, FIA Formula One World Championship, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Magnussen's early career was marked by significant achievements, including winning the 1992 Formula Ford Festival and dominating the 1994 British Formula 3 Championship. His Formula One debut came in 1995, and he later secured a full-time seat with Stewart Grand Prix in 1997 and 1998. In the late 1990s, he also participated in CART.

Transitioning to sports car racing, Magnussen found considerable success, particularly with Corvette Racing. He secured multiple class wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans (2004, 2005, 2006, and 2009) and won American Le Mans Series championships in 2008 and 2013. His versatility is evident in his participation in series like the Danish Touring Car Championship (which he won in 2003 and 2008), Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series, and even a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race in 2010. Jan continues to be a prominent figure in the racing world.
is evident in his participation in series like the Danish Touring Car Championship (which he won in 2003 and 2008), Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series, and even a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race in 2010. Jan continues to be a prominent figure in the racing world.