Wayne Peterson (racing driver)
For the American composer, pianist, and educator, see Wayne Peterson.
| Wayne Peterson | |
|---|---|
Peterson competing in the 2013 ARCA race at Road America  | |
| Born | Wayne Peterson May 24, 1938 Boaz, Alabama, U.S.  | 
| ARCA Menards Series career | |
| Debut season | 1983 | 
| Current team | Wayne Peterson Racing | 
| Car number | 06 | 
| Engine | Chevrolet | 
| Starts | 118 | 
| Wins | 0 | 
| Poles | 0 | 
| Best finish | 18th in 2016 | 
| Finished last season | 62nd (2021) | 
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | United States of America | 
| Branch | United States Army | 
| Years of service | 1954–1981 | 
| Unit | XVIII Airborne Corps Third United States Army Army Special Forces (77th, 10th, 1st, 5th, 7th Special Forces Groups)  | 
| Battles / wars | Vietnam War Bay of Pigs Invasion Operation Eagle Claw  | 
Wayne Peterson (born May 24, 1938) is an American professional stock car racing owner/driver and former paratrooper and United States Army Special Forces member. He currently operates Wayne Peterson Racing, a team in the ARCA Menards Series.