Dale Earnhardt Jr.: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Outlines Evolution in His Daughters’ Behavior That Makes Going to the Beach His 'Favorite Thing'

Dale Earnhardt Jr. has long been a guiding force for NASCAR’s Cup and Xfinity drivers, as well as a champion for historic tracks like North Wilkesboro.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 17

After Ryan Blaney, Now Dale Earnhardt Jr. Bats for NASCAR Return to Chicagoland

The Chicagoland Speedway was forcibly sent to sleep after completing its duties for the 2019 Cup Series season. Every year since, it has awaited its chance to return to mainstream competition and prove its worth to the naysayers.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 18

Brad Keselowski and Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Concerns Magnified by NASCAR Fans Amid Latest San Diego Update

NASCAR has currently set up camp in San Diego with eager anticipation. A deal between the racing promotion and the city, to hold street races for multiple years, is about to be announced as early as next week, according to RACER magazine.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 16

What are the chances of NASCAR returning to Chicagoland Speedway?

Chances of NASCAR returning to Chicagoland Speedway in 2026 'increasing'

NASCAR could be back at the Chicagoland Speedway as soon as next year.

Joey Logano still chasing trophies ahead of his 600th NASCAR start

NASCAR Xfinity Series team parts ways with driver after frustrating season

NASCAR Xfinity Series team makes intriguing driver swap for Dover race

NASCAR files response to injunction, says 23XI, FRM relinquished charters

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NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / July 16

Dale Earnhardt Jr. debates Ty Gibbs’ responsibility for ‘narrative’ after Sonoma NASCAR controversy

Ty Gibbs and pit road. Going back to his days in the Xfinity Series, the 22-year-old Gibbs has been involved in several incidents at a part of the racetrack where NASCAR prioritizes safety the most.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 16

After Kyle Petty, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Blames the Indy 500 Attempt for Kyle Larson’s NASCAR Struggles

Kyle Larson stormed out of the gates with three wins in a seven-race stretch starting at Homestead, lighting up the middle phase of the regular season.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 16

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Paints Bleak NASCAR Future for Daniel Suarez After Trackhouse Exit

Dale Earnhardt Jr. understands all too well the uphill battle of securing a ride in NASCAR. It takes more than raw talent behind the wheel; backing from sponsors and timing play a critical role as well.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 16

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Explains Why Daniel Suárez and Dale Earnhardt Jr. Made a Big Deal Out of Ross Chastain Run-In at Sonoma

Since word broke of Daniel Suárez’s impending departure from his team, a shift in his demeanor has not gone unnoticed by fans and garage insiders. Though he’s worn a composed expression, the uncertainty looming over his future has clearly been eating away at him.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 15

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Shares Hilarious Story About Taking His Daughters to the Men’s Restroom

Dale Earnhardt Jr. wears the ‘girl dad’ badge with pride, even if the role occasionally throws him a challenge. Though he skips the tutu routines and dance recitals, he’s all in when it comes to cheering from the sidelines if his daughters, Isla Rose and Nicole Lorraine, pick up a sport.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / July 14

Kix Brooks recalls wild Dale Earnhardt fishing story, earns response from Dale Jr.

It isn’t often that you can tell a story about Dale Earnhardt that his son, Dale Jr., doesn’t already know about. However, that’s exactly what country music star Kix Brooks did recently, shocking the NASCAR Hall of Famer.

NASCAR News / FirstSportz / July 13

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Gives His Verdict on Connor Zilisch’s Sonoma Win After Epic Shane Van Gisbergen Duel

NASCAR headed to Sonoma this weekend. Shane van Gisbergen was believed to be one of the favorites for the Xfinity Series race on Saturday following his winning streak.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 13

Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Resolve to Contribute to NASCAR in His Way After Inability to Emulate His Father on the Track

While Dale Earnhardt made his name in NASCAR lore with seven championship trophies, his son, Dale Earnhardt Jr., recognized early on that walking in those exact footsteps was a tall order.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / July 12

Dale Earnhardt Jr. reacts to Connor Zilisch, Shane van Gisbergen duel at Sonoma Raceway

Things are looking great for Dale Earnhardt Jr. once again this week. His drivers just finished 1-2 for the second race in a row. It doesn’t hurt to have Connor Zilisch and Shane van Gisbergen in your cars at a NASCAR road course race.

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NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 12

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Reveals Exactly When He Decided to Become a Race Car Driver

It was a local newspaper story that began Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s journey into what would become his life’s work: that of a race car driver. Junior’s father,

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 12

Dale Earnhardt’s Shadow Loomed Large Over Junior’s School Days, Especially When Things Went Bad

Dale Earnhardt has been dead for nearly 25 years, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. retired as a NASCAR Cup driver nine years ago. Even so, NASCAR fans cannot seem to get enough of the stories about ‘The Intimidator’ or Junior.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / July 11

Dale Earnhardt Jr. rips fans complaining about NASCAR In-Season tournament

NASCAR is two weeks through the inaugural In-Season Challenge. Like anything new, some fans like it and some fans hate it. Dale Earnhardt Jr. is in the category of those who like it, and he doesn’t understand those who don’t.

NASCAR News / The Spun / July 10

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Reacts To Major 2026 NASCAR Rumors

The NASCAR Cup Series hasn't released its 2026 race schedule yet, but Dale Earnhardt Jr. has noticed a few things that fans might find especially interesting.

NASCAR News / The Spun / July 3

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Gets Honest About NASCAR's Broadcasting Transition

NASCAR is going through some major media changes this year with the big one being a transition from FOX to TNT. So how has longtime NASCAR analyst Dale Earnhardt Jr.

NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Hints at 'Big Leap Forward' Ahead of Chicago

After Amazon Prime's five-race stint ended at Pocono, NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt Jr. returned to the booth for TNT's coverage of the Atlanta Cup race.

NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Discusses His Future as Crew Chief for JR Motorsports

NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. cautiously revealed that he is open to taking up the mantle of crew chief again for JR Motorsports if the situation arises.