Rick Mears from United States in Motorsport. Full information
Rick Mears is race driver from United States.
Born 3rd December 1951, 74 years old.
Participant of USAC.
Participant of Indy 500.
Three-time
Champion of CART.
During the performances, he earned 11759 points.
First race: 1976 California 500
First win: 1978 Milwaukee Indycars
Last win: 1991 Michigan 500
Last race: 1992 Michigan 500
Top 5 main opponents on the track:
Mario AndrettiBobby Rahal
Gordon Johncock
Tom Sneva
Al Unser, Jr.
All the years that Rick Mears took part in Motorsport
USAC
| Year | Points | Position | Wins | Poles | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 390 | 16 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1977 | 555 | 20 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1978 | 2171 | 9 | 3 | 0 | |
| 1979 | 0 | - | 1 | 1 |
CART
| Year | Points | Position | Wins | Poles | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 4060 | 1 | 2 | 1 | |
| 1980 | 2866 | 4 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1981 | 304 | 1 | 6 | 2 | |
| 1982 | 294 | 1 | 4 | 9 | |
| 1983 | 92 | 6 | 1 | 1 | |
| 1984 | 110 | 4 | 1 | 2 | |
| 1985 | 52 | 10 | 1 | 2 | |
| 1986 | 89 | 8 | 0 | 4 | |
| 1987 | 102 | 5 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1988 | 129 | 4 | 2 | 4 | |
| 1989 | 186 | 2 | 3 | 5 | |
| 1990 | 168 | 3 | 1 | 3 | |
| 1991 | 144 | 4 | 2 | 6 | |
| 1992 | 47 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
List of tracks where Rick Mears raced
| Track | Best Race Position | Best position in qualification | Total Races |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silverstone | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Brands Hatch | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Mosport Park | 2 | 7 | 1 |
| Indianapolis | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| Caesars Palace | 13 | 16 | 1 |
| Mexico City | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Phoenix | 1 | 1 | 19 |
| Detroit | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Watkins Glen | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Riverside | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Long Beach | 4 | 3 | 8 |
| Milwaukee | 1 | 1 | 18 |
| Trenton | 1 | 5 | 3 |
| Atlanta | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Nazareth | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Michigan | 1 | 1 | 25 |
| Ontario | 2 | 1 | 7 |
| Pocono | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Texas World Speedway | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Mid-Ohio | 3 | 2 | 9 |
| Cleveland | 4 | 1 | 9 |
| Elkhart Lake | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| Laguna Seca | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| Portland | 3 | 2 | 8 |
| Meadowlands | 2 | 1 | 7 |
| Sanair | 18 | 1 | 2 |
| Tamiami Park | 2 | 4 | 3 |
| Toronto | 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Denver | 7 | 7 | 2 |
| Vancouver | 4 | 7 | 2 |
| Surfers Paradise | 2 | 5 | 2 |
| New Hampshire | 4 | 10 | 1 |
Rick Mears: List of all wins
List of teams Rick Mears was a part of
| Team | Best Race Position | Best position in qualification | Total Races |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bill Simpson | 8 | 20 | 1 |
| Penske Racing | 1 | 1 | 168 |
| Art Sugai | 9 | 15 | 4 |
| Theodore Racing Team | 5 | 11 | 6 |
| Marlboro Team Penske | 1 | 1 | 25 |