John Force is a legendary American drag racer, and here’s a brief overview of his life history:
– *Early Life:* John Force was born on May 4, 1949, in Bell Gardens, California.
– *Career:* Force began his drag racing career in the 1970s, competing in the Sportsman ranks before moving to the professional ranks in the 1980s.
– *NHRA:* Force has competed in the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) since the 1980s and has won 16 Funny Car championships, a record in the class.
– *Awards and Honors:* Force has been inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America, the International Motorsports Hall of Fame, and the NHRA Motorsports Museum’s Hall of Fame.
– *Personal Life:* Force is married to Laurie Force, and they have three daughters, Ashley, Brittany, and Courtney, all of whom have been involved in drag racing.
More detailed information about John Force’s life and career can be found in his biography, “Stories from the Drag Strip,” and various other sources.