Robert Yates (NASCAR owner)
James Robert Yates was a NASCAR engine builder and former owner of the Sprint Cup Series team Yates Racing, owned since 2007 by his son Doug. He purchased the team from Harry Ranier in 1988, with driver Davey Allison. In 2018, Yates was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Yates in 2010
Yates Racing was an American stock car racing team that competed in NASCAR through the 2009 season, after which it merged into Richard Petty Motorsports. Previously known as Robert Yates Racing, the team was owned by Doug Yates, who has officially owned the team since his father Robert's retirement on December 1, 2007. The Yates family owned the team since purchasing it from Harry Ranier and J. T. Lundy in October 1988.
Yates Racing
Robert Yates Racing first car in 1989 with Davey Allison driving
Car No. 28 being unloaded from the transporter at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 1993.
Ernie Irvan entering his car for the first time following injuries at Michigan in 1994.