44 Chevrolet for Alpha Prime Racing. Jeffrey Earnhardt is the nephew of Dale Earnhardt Jr. The guy running the backhoe and the shrimp boat captain and the carpenter, people out there working with their hands, they loved Earnhardt. After ranking fifth as a K&N rookie in 2007, Jeffrey finished 15th in 2008, the final year for DEI, and his career stalled out. But there was a time it seemed far from likely Jeffrey would have a chance to carry on the legacy. You hear it all the time, you know? said Jeffrey, who earned his career-best finish at sixth at Atlanta Motor Speedway two weekends ago. It wasnt an act. Jeffrey Lee Earnhardt was born in Mooresville, North Carolina, on June 22, 1989. John Probst, NASCAR Senior Vice President and Chief Racing Development Officer said of the rule changes: We saw incredible racing throughout the 2022 season, especially at the intermediate racetracks. (She broke down crying) big time. Dale then shared an anecdote that illustrated his relationship with Jeffrey, and how their family issues have affected their relationship. That would be fun. Qualifying format for the Daytona 500 The 30-minute discussion touches many topics . "It was pretty exciting, actually, to step out of my comfort zone," Jeffrey says. His three Las Vegas wins have all come in the past eight races. And he's revealed someone who is compassionate and genuinely cares about other people, what they think, and what they have to say. He got both his laps back and finished 11th. Jeffrey Earnhardt will drive the No. The family legacy is very important to the 29-year-old and apparently, just as important to their loyal fans. Earnhardt Jr. holds his broadcast duties and a weekly podcast show,The Dale Jr. Download, where he often interviews guests associated with NASCAR. Eric Jacuzzi, NASCAR vice president of vehicle performance, said Tuesday on SiriusXM Speedway that the diffuser strakes are pieces that hang from the center of the diffuser underneath the car. Transfer Talk: Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes on Real Madrid's radar, Disputed loan at center of Commanders probe, Everything you need to know about F1's 2023 season, F1 season preview: Who's hot and who's not. "When we were tossing around ideas like hey what do we want to do next," he explained. Thats tied for his longest streak of top-10 finishes. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices, Dale Jr & Kelley React to Jeffreys Visit & Dale Gets Quizzed By Amy, Dale Earnhardt Jr. is once again joined in the studio by his sister Kelley Earnhardt-Miller where they react to the episode 416 chat with their nephew Jeffrey Earnhardt. Get a look at the starting lineup and flashy paint schemes of the 2023 Daytona 500. I was like man, this is a walk in the park. "I thought the streets were paved with gold and it would all be that easy. In 15 Nationwide races the past five years he has an average finish of 25.5 with no finish better than 19th for Rick Ware. ", As for people at the other end of the spectrum who believe he didn't earn his way and say he's only here because of his name, Jeffrey says that he hears those criticisms "every day" before later adding, ", at the end of the day, that dont matter., fourth-generation racer ended up in a Toyota. Jeffrey Earnhardt is a fourth-generation driver RELATED: Richard Petty's First Encounter With Dale Earnhardt Sr. Involved a 9-Car Wreck and a Finger-Pointing Confrontation The first of three marriages for Dale Earnhardt Sr. took place in 1968 when he was 17 years old. And unfortunately, wins dont come that easy but I feel like because you grow up in it, you kind of understand how to channel that pressure and not let it sit on your shoulders. I had a pair of cowboy boots and whatever was sharp was under that thing slit my cowboy boots from the top to the bottom like a razor. He said, Come here, I want to ask you about that trip youre going to take Taylor on. We talked for a few minutes about just being dads and how its very important that Taylor was going to be somewhere she was going to be secure, who all was going to be there. Those are all tracks that have the wet weather package (rain tires, wipers, etc.). 3 that his . Open the gate. I said, Dale, I dont know who it is. He said, I know who it is, I cant believe it. How NASCAR had to learn a harsh lesson ahead of Next Gen arrival, How Larson took the long way round to NASCAR Cup glory, Larson's long way round to Cup glory He left both races after accidents. While Dale Earnhardt Jr. is recognized for his on-track accomplishments and his work as one of NASCAR's greatest ambassadors, he's shown a much more personal side on his podcast through the years. It also highlights the importance of maintaining relationships, even if it is not always easy. If a wheel comes off a vehicle while it is on pit road under green-flag conditions, it is a pass-thru penalty. Jacuzzi said the engine panel strakes are metal pieces that sweep outward behind the front tires and make front downforce. WATCH THIS STORY |We Never Talked About It Afterwards Dale Earnhardt Jr Reveals He Never Talked About Death Threats Again With Sterling Marlin After Doing Him an Initial Favor, The conversation was a reminder that the Earnhardts, just like most other families, have their own struggles and challenges. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and co-host Mike Davis are live from the Daytona 500 at the Chevy Experience, joined by 7-time NASCAR Champion Jimmie Johnson and Hendrick Motorsports VP of Competition Chad Knaus. He got up somehow on top of my go-kart and we kind of got hung together. Listen to this episode from The Dale Jr. Download on Spotify. The rules will not be in place at Bristol or Dover, which is not included in the wet weather package. On this episode of the Dale Jr. Download, it's an Earnhardt family reunion as Dale Earnhardt Jr. is joined in the Bojangles Studio by his sister Kelley Earnhardt Miller and their nephew Jeffrey Earnhardt. As Junior put it, This is the perfect example of mine and Jeffreys relationship. How Penske's rookie sensation opened NASCAR's new era in style, Six key themes to follow in the 2022 NASCAR Cup season, Six key themes to follow in 2022 Its been 44 years since NASCAR opened a racing season without an Earnhardt behind the wheel in one of its national divisions. "I was definitely a kid and not right on the path," he said. Last year, crew members and the crew chief were each suspended four races each for the violation but NASCAR changed the rule in the offseason. The upcoming introduction of the Next-Gen car may open the door to JR Motorsports fielding a driver shortly. Jeffrey Earnhardt, the grandsonofseven-time, Speedway Motorsports finalizes deal to purchase Nashville Superspeedway, Why Nashville Superspeedway NASCAR Cup Series race will be 1 of 3 aired on NBC outside playoffs, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Something his uncle Dale can relate to and that's carrying the Earnhardt name. There were those who viewed Earnhardt as NASCARs Elvis for the fervor his fans showed. "You have to make the best of every opportunity," Jeffrey says. Many continue to try to explain who Earnhardt was to those who didnt witness his greatness on the track and the person off it. Alpha Prime Racing is owned by Tommy Joe Martins and Caesar Bacarella. Its great to have an Earnhardt back in one of our cars, said Richard Childress, Chairman and CEO of RCR, in a statement from the team. Dixon seemed destined for success as he won his way through the kart and lower Formula ranks in Australia and New Zealand, but with every progression came exponential budget growth. Don't ask him many details about the fight, though. We would talk a while, and I would go to work and he would go out on the farm. Sign up for the For The Win newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. He was the one with the focus and concentration and strength to live out his dream and take it to the greatest heights. Kshitij is a NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports. On this episode of the Dale Jr. Download, it's an Earnhardt family reunion as Dale Earnhardt Jr. is joined in the Bojangles Studio by his sister Kelley Earnhardt Miller and their nephew Jeffrey Earnhardt. I like to think those days are past. 3 that his grandfather Dale made . Jeffrey has been a competitor and a friend to me for a few years now. 3 that his grandfather Dale made famous to a second-place finish in the Xfinity race at Talladega. He made his Nationwide debut in 2009 but has made only 15 starts since. Im not you, Im not Pawpaw Dale.. "I'm not telling you anything," Jeffrey tells Dale Jr. during the podcast. The annual Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America is scheduled April 29 May 5 in Nevada and Utah. Those are all tracks that have the wet weather package (rain tires, wipers, etc.). "I just don't think the passion was there when I left.". Jeffrey Earnhardt's 2023 season will start at Daytona, where the family name is practically on the mailbox in Victory Lane. Its awesome what Papaw Dales built and you and Daddy (Kerry Earnhardt, Dales half-brother). During an interview with Gordon on behalf ofAxalta World of Racingin June 2019, Earnhardt Jr. discussed just that. NASCAR has suspended tire changer Danny Olszowy and jackman Kellen Mills two races each for a tire coming off Martin Truex Jr.s car during last weekends Cup race at Auto Club Speedway. "All I've had is the smaller team's equipment and going into every race understanding we don't have a winning car," Jeffrey says. Then another. Thats what means the most to me and seeing how much it means to other people. I havent had the best opportunities in the past, but Ive appreciated every one of them. Earnhardtwill run in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Tennessee Lottery 250 at 2:30 p.m. at Nashville Superspeedway. Really enjoyed Jeffery.Great podcast!! She said, There are similarities in our family, all the way from Dad down, that weve all been through and grown up with.. Several fans cried at his last NASCAR Cup Series race before retiring in November 2017. Dale Jr. has helped shape the brand into a more significant part of the NASCAR scene, which may see the company finally jump to the Cup Series. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. won the season opener at Daytona, but NASCAR changed the rule in the offseason, complaints about the difficulty Cup drivers had with passing, MORE: NBC Sports NASCAR Power Rankings: Kyle Busch is No. The adjustments tested at Phoenix Raceway in late January and confirmed Feb. 13 in a wind tunnel test include a 2-inch spoiler (from the current 4-inch spoiler) and the removal of three diffuser strakes and engine panel strakes. An aspiring Hell, this past weekend, I was just hanging out at the track (LVMS), but I ran into a lady that I ran into last year and she just bawled like crazy whenever I walked up and hugged her, and she did the same thing this weekend. ", There is some irony here. Larson has started the season slowly, but Vegas should be a salve. Jeffrey Earnhardt, the grandson of NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt, appeared on the Dale Jr. Download this past week with his famous uncle to discuss his current season, what lies ahead and the Earnhardt name. 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