Joseph Thomas "Joey" Logano (born May 27, 1990) is an American professional stock car racer best known for competing full time in the NASCAR Cup Series. He is the 2018 NASCAR Cup Series champion and began his national-level career as a teenage prodigy, earning the 2009 Rookie of the Year honors and becoming, at the time, the youngest driver to win a top-level NASCAR race. For an overview of his competitive profile see racecar driver profile.

Early development and rise. Logano started racing at a young age and advanced through regional and developmental stock‑car divisions before joining a major team. He spent the early portion of his top-tier career driving the No. 20 car sponsored by Home Depot and fielded by Joe Gibbs Racing, piloting a Toyota entry. Those years established him as a consistent contender and introduced him to national attention with multiple top finishes and his initial victory at New Hampshire.

Team Penske and the No. 22 Ford. In 2013 Logano moved to Team Penske and began driving the No. 22 machine. Under the Penske banner he has driven Ford machinery, including the modern Ford Mustang used in the Cup Series, and has evolved into a regular front‑runner. Team dynamics and manufacturer support at Team Penske have been important to his sustained presence near the front of fields; his current equipment is often referred to simply as the Ford Mustang entry.

Notable milestones and style

Logano's career includes several notable moments: his rapid ascent to a first win as a teenager, the 2009 Rookie of the Year award, and victories that highlighted his versatility on short tracks, intermediate ovals and road courses. A notable achievement came in 2012 when he won the Pocono 400 from the pole position, ending a long stretch in which pole sitters had not converted qualifying advantage into victory. He claimed the sport's championship in 2018 by navigating the season and playoff structure to secure the title in the final race.

  • Youngest Cup winner at the time (first win in 2009) — early breakthrough.
  • 2009 NASCAR Cup Series Rookie of the Year — recognized newcomer performance.
  • 2012 Pocono 400 winner from the pole — notable for breaking a pole‑to‑win drought.
  • 2018 NASCAR Cup Series champion — season‑long consistency and playoff success.

Reputation and significance. Logano is known for an aggressive but calculated driving approach, strong short‑run speed, and the ability to perform under the pressure of NASCAR's playoff format. He is a prominent figure for sponsors and for his team, contributing to manufacturer competition and television interest. As a driver who began his career young and became a champion before his thirties, he is frequently cited as an example of the modern trajectory from development programs to top‑level success.

For further reading about his career statistics and season summaries, consult profiles and resources provided by team sites and series coverage: driver profile, Team Penske, and archives from his earlier tenure at Joe Gibbs Racing. Additional sponsor and manufacturer pages include entries for Home Depot, Toyota, and equipment descriptions such as the Ford Mustang.