Curtis Morton Turner (April 12, 1924 – October 4, 1970) was an American stock car racer who won 17 NASCAR Grand National Division races and 38 NASCAR Convertible Division races. Throughout his life, he developed a reputation for drinking and partying.

Jan 3, 2023 · Curtis Turner was was banned for life, along with Tim Flock, by NASCAR chairman and founder Bill France Jr. in 1961 for attempting to organize a driver’s union.

Sep 24, 1998 · On Oct. 4, 1970, Curtis Turner died with Roanoke golf pro Clarence King when Turner's plane flew into the side of a mountain near Punxsutawney, Pa. That night, in Roanoke, two days shy of his...

Jan 14, 2016 · DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Curtis Turner lived life and stock car racing in the same manner – at full throttle. A bootlegger at age nine, the Virginia native was a self-proclaimed millionaire at 20...

Called by some the “Babe Ruth of stock car racing,” Curtis Turner was among the fastest and most colorful competitors in the early years of NASCAR premier series racing. Turner posted his first of 17 career victories in only his fourth start on Sept. 11, 1949, at Langhorne (Pa.) Speedway.

May 20, 2015 · Called by some the “Babe Ruth of stock car racing,” Curtis Turner was among the fastest and most colorful competitors in the early years of NASCAR premier series racing. Turner competed in...

Over parts of four seasons Virginia native Curtis Turner won nearly half the NASCAR Convertible Division races he entered.

Curtis Turner was one of the pioneers of NASCAR stock car racing, a member of that hale and hearty band of competitors who raced hard, lived hard and enjoyed every moment of it. He never let racing interfere with parties and fun.

Curtis Turner was a legendary figure in the world of NASCAR, leaving a lasting impact on the sport that is still felt today. Known for his fearless driving style and charismatic personality, Turner’s career was filled with triumphs and challenges that have solidified his status as an icon.

Curtis Turner was not only a legendary NASCAR driver, but also a savvy businessman who made significant contributions to the sport. One of his most notable business ventures was the creation of Charlotte Motor Speedway, which revolutionized the way races were hosted.