<P> Overall , thirty - two different drivers have won the Championship , with Richard Petty , Dale Earnhardt , and Jimmie Johnson hold the record for most titles at seven . Johnson has the record for most consecutive Drivers ' Championships , winning five from 2006 to 2010 . Thus far , every champion has originated from the United States . </P>
<P> Overall , thirty - two different drivers have won the Championship , with Richard Petty , Dale Earnhardt , and Jimmie Johnson hold the record for most titles at seven . Johnson has the record for most consecutive Drivers ' Championships , winning five from 2006 to 2010 . Thus far , every champion has originated from the United States . </P>
who has won the most championships in nascar
who has won the most championships in nascar
Richard Petty Dale Earnhardt Jimmie Johnson
Richard Petty Dale Earnhardt Jimmie Johnson