John South
John South

John South
Grapevine, TX

Driver Information

Born and raised in Fort Worth Texas, John South didn't start racing until he was 49 years old. South had a lifelong interest in cars and motorsports, but never thought about becoming a driver until a friend asked "why not". Without being able to come up with a good response, he decided that it was now or never. From 2011 to 2015 he raced with Auto Improvements and Justin Broome out of Grapevine, Texas. In 2016 he switched to JL Racing out of Springtown, Texas. Over the years he's run chassis from Destroyer, Vato, and a switch to GRC in 2022. South enjoys running at Southern Oklahoma Speedway, The Dirt Track at TMS, Kennedale Speedway Park, and Boyd Raceway. When asked about racing, South said “I might be old and slow, but at least I'm consistently old and slow."

Career Highlights


2023 Oklahoma State Champion - IMCA Sport Modified Division

2023 Track Champion at Southern Oklahoma Speedway - IMCA Sport Modified Division

Hobbies


Adventure Sports

Favorites

  • TrackSouthern Oklahoma Speedway
  • DriverSergio Perez
  • EventAny Jimmy Buffet Concert
  • FoodMexican
  • MovieShawshank Redemption
  • SongThe Star Spangled Banner
  • Sports TeamOklahoma State Cowboys
  • Speed ShopSmiley's Racing Products, Speedtek Performance, Day Motorsports, Speedway Motors

Recommendations

  • RestaurantJoe T. Garcia's
  • Fast FoodChicken Express
  • Gas StationYate's Corner Grocery
  • Car ManufacturerFord F350
  • BeverageMargaritas
  • Parts StoreSmiley's Racing Products
  • HotelThe Drover in Fort Worth