Joseph David James (May 23, 1925 – November 5, 1952) was an American racecar driver. He was born in Saucier, Mississippi and died during a Champ Car race at San Jose Speedway.
He was inducted in the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame in 1997.
Salem Speedway honored him along with Pat O'Connor with an annual title event. The 2020 event was part of the USAC Silvercrown series.
The Indianapolis 500 was part of the FIA World Championship schedule from 1950 through 1960. Drivers competing at Indy during those years were credited with World Championship points and participation. Joe James participated in 2 World Championship races but scored no World Championship points.
Original Wikipedia article last retrieved on 06 December 2023.