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Jim Trueman
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Jim Trueman

American racing driver (1935–1986)

James R. Trueman (May 25, 1935 – June 11, 1986) was an American businessman and automobile racing team owner. His most successful business ventures were Red Roof Inn motels and the Truesports racing team.2

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Born May 25, 1935, died Jun 11, 1986.1

About

Bobby Rahal won the 1986 Indianapolis 500 for the team. Eleven days after the victory, Trueman succumbed to colon cancer and died at the age of 51.

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Companies

Early life and education

  • Date not recordedOhio State University3

Career

Occupation: businessperson, racing driver.5

One of Trueman's first business interests was Deibel's, a German-style restaurant in Columbus, Ohio. In 1972, Trueman opened his first Red Roof Inn motel. Soon he had three. The business was very successful, and by 1986, there were at least 155 motels in the chain.

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Personal life

  • BornMay 25, 1935, Cleveland6
  • DiedJun 11, 1986, Franklin7
  • CitizenshipUnited States8

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