Politician, Businessman, and Racing Team Owner
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Key moments and achievements from Casey Luna's life.
Casey was born
· Belen, New Mexico, USA
Personal Achievement
While working as a teenage bicycle delivery boy for Western Union, Luna personally delivered a telegram to President Harry S. Truman. This event served as an early introduction to the world of high-level leadership and established his lifelong proximity to political power. It highlighted the grit and work ethic that would define his later career in both business and government.
Personal Achievement
While working as a teenage bicycle delivery boy for Western Union, Luna personally delivered a telegram to President Harry S. Truman. This event served as an early introduction to the world of high-level leadership and established his lifelong proximity to political power. It highlighted the grit and work ethic that would define his later career in both business and government.
Marriage
Luna married Beverly Luna on October 8, 1965, beginning a partnership that would span over five decades. Beverly became an instrumental part of his business and racing ventures, supporting his dreams as he expanded his professional reach. Their family life remained closely integrated with their business successes in Belen and on the racing circuit.
Marriage
Luna married Beverly Luna on October 8, 1965, beginning a partnership that would span over five decades. Beverly became an instrumental part of his business and racing ventures, supporting his dreams as he expanded his professional reach. Their family life remained closely integrated with their business successes in Belen and on the racing circuit.
Business Opening
Luna established his signature dealership in Belen, which he operated for several decades as a primary business venture. This establishment solidified his relationship with the Ford brand, which would later become a hallmark of his racing team. The dealership involved multiple family members, including his daughter Carisa, who was an active participant in its operations.
Business Opening
Luna established his signature dealership in Belen, which he operated for several decades as a primary business venture. This establishment solidified his relationship with the Ford brand, which would later become a hallmark of his racing team. The dealership involved multiple family members, including his daughter Carisa, who was an active participant in its operations.
Championship
Casey Luna Racing reached the pinnacle of sprint car racing by winning the 1989 World of Outlaws championship with driver Bobby Davis Jr. This victory established Luna as a top-tier owner and a serious competitor on the national stage. It was the first of two major titles that would eventually lead to his Hall of Fame induction.
Championship
Casey Luna Racing reached the pinnacle of sprint car racing by winning the 1989 World of Outlaws championship with driver Bobby Davis Jr. This victory established Luna as a top-tier owner and a serious competitor on the national stage. It was the first of two major titles that would eventually lead to his Hall of Fame induction.
Public Service
Luna served as the 26th Lieutenant Governor of New Mexico, holding office from 1991 to 1995 under Governor Bruce King. During his tenure, he worked to help the state and brought his experience as a successful businessman to the legislative process. His time in Santa Fe represented his highest level of public service to his home state.
Public Service
Luna served as the 26th Lieutenant Governor of New Mexico, holding office from 1991 to 1995 under Governor Bruce King. During his tenure, he worked to help the state and brought his experience as a successful businessman to the legislative process. His time in Santa Fe represented his highest level of public service to his home state.
Championship
Luna secured his second World of Outlaws title in 1995 with driver Dave Blaney, a win that felt particularly earned for the team owner. This championship was notable for Luna's use of Ford-powered engines, a revolutionary move in a sport dominated by other manufacturers. The victory solidified his reputation as a visionary who was willing to challenge industry norms.
Championship
Luna secured his second World of Outlaws title in 1995 with driver Dave Blaney, a win that felt particularly earned for the team owner. This championship was notable for Luna's use of Ford-powered engines, a revolutionary move in a sport dominated by other manufacturers. The victory solidified his reputation as a visionary who was willing to challenge industry norms.
Award
Luna was formally recognized for his immense contributions to the sport with an induction into the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame. The honor celebrated his two championships as an owner and his innovative approach to engine technology. It cemented his status as the gold standard for owners in the racing community.
Award
Luna was formally recognized for his immense contributions to the sport with an induction into the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame. The honor celebrated his two championships as an owner and his innovative approach to engine technology. It cemented his status as the gold standard for owners in the racing community.
Casey Luna passed away
