• 1947 – One of the original founders of the old National Stock Car Racing Association
  • 1950 – Joined NASCAR and flagged the first Darlington 500
  • 1965 – Flagman for the movie, “Red Line 7000”
  • 1982 – Technical advisor for movie, “Stroker Ace”
  • 1984 – Recipient of Champion Spark Plugs “Buddy Shuman Award” for outstanding contributions and loyalty to the sport of auto racing