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.