Age, Biography and Wiki
Jim Trueman was born on 25 May, 1935 in United States, is an American racing driver. Discover Jim Trueman's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 51 years old?
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51 years old |
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Gemini |
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25 May, 1935 |
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25 May |
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11 June, 1986 |
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Jim Trueman Height, Weight & Measurements
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Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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Jim Trueman Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Jim Trueman worth at the age of 51 years old? Jim Trueman’s income source is mostly from being a successful driver. He is from United States. We have estimated Jim Trueman's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
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$1 Million - $5 Million |
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Timeline
James R. Trueman (May 25, 1935 – June 11, 1986) was an American businessman and automobile racing team owner.
His most successful business ventures were Red Roof Inn motels and the Truesports racing team.
The race was originally scheduled on his 51st birthday, but rain delayed the race.
Bobby Rahal's car was fitted with a "Happy Birthday JRT" decal to celebrate.
Trueman began driving sports cars in 1962.
He entered the Can-Am series and drove through the 1970s.
He won 125 races in 23 years.
In 1972, Trueman opened his first Red Roof Inn motel.
He was the SCCA national champion in 1975 and 1978.
Trueman used his riches from the motel business to expand his auto racing interests.
On October 1, 1981, Trueman purchased Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, a race track near Lexington, Ohio.
Immediately he began improving the facility.
He signed on Red Roof Inns to sponsor Vern Schuppan in the 1981 Indianapolis 500.
Schuppan finished a strong third.
In 1982, Trueman switched from Can-Am to CART and experienced instant success.
The track welcomed the CART series back in 1983.
The facility became one of the most popular road racing tracks in the United States, hosting also IMSA, Grand-Am, IROC, SCCA, motorcycle racing, vintage events, and various other races.
In 1985, Trueman was diagnosed with cancer.
He kept his illness secret for many months.
Bobby Rahal won the 1986 Indianapolis 500 for the team.
Eleven days after the victory, Trueman succumbed to colon cancer and died at the age of 51.
One of Jim Trueman's first business interests was Deibel's, a German-style restaurant in Columbus, Ohio.
The business was very successful, and by 1986, there were at least 155 motels in the chain.
At the 1986 Indianapolis 500 Trueman spent the entire month of May at the track, but was visibly frail and quiet.
The following Saturday, May 31, 1986, the race was finally run.
With two laps to go Rahal passed Kevin Cogan on a restart, and held on to win.
The emotional Rahal nearly broke down in victory lane.
In victory lane, Trueman stood up and took the traditional milk for winning Indy.
Several years later, ABC television reporter Jack Arute revealed that Trueman whispered in his ear "I can go now."
On Thursday June 5, 1986, five days after the victory, the city of Columbus held a victory parade downtown.
Trueman was too sick to attend.
Jim Trueman was married to his wife Barbara, with whom he had three children.
He attended Ohio State University where he became a Sigma Chi and also served in the military.
His philanthropic efforts included the James R. Trueman Fitness Center at Wheeling Jesuit University.
The rookie of the year award in CART was named in his honor.
Austin is the son of Jim's daughter Megan.
Austin was born twelve years after his grandfather died.
