On March 12, 1978, Casey Mears was born in Bakersfield, California. He grew up in a family deeply rooted in motorsports; both his father, Roger Mears, and his uncle, Rick Mears, were well-known professional race car drivers. Surrounded by the legacy of competitive racing, Casey developed a passion for the sport from an early age—a passion that evolved into a successful career in motorsports.
Although his mother initially hoped he would pursue a different path, she eventually supported his decision to follow in the footsteps of his father and uncle, recognizing his genuine love for racing. Casey's interest in cars extended beyond racing—he once mentioned in an interview that he enjoyed “everything from vacuuming it out, cleaning out the insides, buffing and waxing—anything that had to do with detailing cars.” This enthusiasm underscored his deep affinity for automobiles in all aspects.
Casey Mears began his racing journey at the age of 13 in 1991, competing in go-kart events. By 1992, he had advanced to the Super Lite Off-Road Series, and by 1994, he was racing sprint cars, winning two championships. From 1996 to 1999, he competed in the Dayton Indy Lights Series, finishing as high as eighth in the standings and narrowly missing the championship by 14 points in one season.
In 2000, Mears increased his visibility by racing for various teams and attempting to qualify for prestigious races such as the Indianapolis 500 in 2001, though he did not make the final grid. That same year, he transitioned to NASCAR, where he would spend the majority of his professional career. Mears joined the NASCAR Cup Series in 2001 and competed in numerous events over the years, including the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. He later drove for Germain Racing and became a consistent presence in NASCAR’s top-tier divisions.
| Net Worth 2021: | 25 million |
