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Dale Earnhardt Jr. News / The SportsRush / January 26

'We’re in Trouble': Amy Earnhardt Might Have Another Dale Jr. On Her Hands, and It’s Daughter Nicole

Nicole Earnhardt stands as the child in Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s household who lives up to every ounce of mischief he could have imagined. Unlike her elder sister Isla, she maintains very specific tastes and preferences.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. News / The SportsRush / January 26

'Way Past That Point': Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Driver Makes Honest Confession Around Retirement

When a driver approaches the 40-year mark, talks of retirement begin to swirl around them, whether they like it or not, and Justin Allgaier has, sadly for him, reached that stage.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. News / The SportsRush / January 25

'I Freaking Love It': Dale Earnhardt Jr. Opens Up About His Unusual Hobby Off the Track

Ever wondered what path Dale Earnhardt Jr. might have taken had racing not defined his life? The answer came straight from the source during a recent episode of his podcast, where Dale Jr.

NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / January 23

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Finalizes 3-Driver Team for This Season

We all know that Dale Earnhardt Jr. loves racing and giving back to the sport. Most importantly, he loves to win. The hope is that more winning is on the horizon in 2026, as the NASCAR great has just finished putting together his three-driver Late Model team.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 23

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NASCAR News / Total Apex Sports / January 22

JR Motorsports Reveals Heavy-Hitter Lineup for No. 88 in 2026

There is a certain electricity that runs through the garage area when a plan comes together perfectly. For JR Motorsports, the roadmap for the 2026 season isn’t just a plan.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 21

'They’re Definitely Going': Dale Earnhardt Jr. Reveals Future Plans to Keep Daughters Isla and Nicole Safe

Dale Earnhardt Jr. kept his partnership with Nationwide Insurance intact even after stepping away from NASCAR competition in 2017, continuing to promote the company’s products and services related to financial protection and planning.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 18

When Dale Earnhardt Jr. And Family Went Through 'A Very Tough Experience' That Nearly Claimed Their Lives

Plane crashes have become a sensitive topic of late in the NASCAR community, owing to Greg Biffle’s tragic loss of life while traveling to Florida last month.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / January 16

Dale Earnhardt Jr. reflects on tragic NASCAR offseason, friendships with Denny Hamlin and Greg Biffle

The NASCAR offseason has been a tough one for everyone in the industry. On Dec. 18, Greg Biffle, his wife, their two kids and three others were killed in a plane crash at Statesville Regional Airport.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / January 15

Dale Earnhardt Jr. details how race strategy might change after NASCAR returns to Chase format

The 2026 NASCAR season will see the return of the “Chase” style championship format. NASCAR made the announcement Monday, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. is interested to see how the new format changes teams’ strategy during races.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / January 15

Dale Earnhardt Jr. celebrates NASCAR moving away from ‘win and you’re in,’ cites Harrison Burton Daytona moment

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is happy that NASCAR’s move to bring back The Chase championship format has eliminated one big thing that was used for the previous postseason system.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 15

'I Love It': Dale Earnhardt Jr. Reacts to Ford vs. Chevrolet Rivalry in Formula 1

2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year for American Formula 1 fans. Ford is set to rejoin the sport as a technical partner with Red Bull Powertrains, while General Motors will team up with Cadillac to field an 11th team on the grid.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 15

'Attaboy': Ken Schrader Reacts to NASCAR’s Revamped 2026 Format, Credits Mark Martin and Dale Earnhardt Jr.

There is excitement in the NASCAR community following the recent announcement that the Chase format will return from 2026 onward. Many veteran figures have breathed a sigh of relief, believing the move helps secure the sport’s future.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / January 14

Dale Earnhardt Jr. pulls back curtain on NASCAR return to Chase championship format, Mark Martin impact

Dale Earnhardt Jr. discussed his role in NASCAR’s decision to return to The Chase championship format for the 2026 season. On Dale Jr. Download, Earnhardt explained he joined the playoff committee in the offseason last year and was surprised to learn about NASCAR’s intention to revert to The Chase only a week ago.

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NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / January 14

Dale Earnhardt Jr. reveals he was ‘falling out of love’ with NASCAR during playoff format run

Dale Earnhardt Jr. did not hold back when discussing NASCAR’s previous championship run that was more of a traditional playoff format. On Dale Jr. Download, Earnhardt opened up about how the playoff format was preventing him from having the same passion for NASCAR as he did when he was younger.

NASCAR News / The Spun / January 14

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Reacts To Tony Stewart's NASCAR Decision

NASCARlegend Tony Stewart is returning to the sport where he made his name. Well, at least for one night. On Tuesday, Kaulig Racing announced that the Hall of Fame driver will get behind the wheel of the No.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 14

'I Was Falling Out of Love': Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Shocking Admission About Being A NASCAR Fan

Dale Earnhardt Jr. has probably been one of the very few NASCAR drivers to remain so deeply involved in the sport even after hanging up the helmet. Retirement did not loosen his grip on the sport.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 12

Dale Earnhardt Jr.: NASCAR wasted time chasing fans that 'didn't exist' with playoffs

Part of what NASCAR was attempting to do with its elimination-style playoff format that was used from 2014-25 was create "Game 7 moments" that are often seen in the postseasons of stick and ball sports.

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 12

NASCAR’s return to the Chase signals a long-awaited shift back to simplicity

NASCAR's new — or rather, dusted off — points format for 2026 will accomplish something major for a sport that has seemed filled with complexity for years: a return to simplicity. On Monday, NASCAR announced a return to the 10-race Chase format that it used to decide its champions from 2004-13.

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NASCAR News / The Spun / December 10

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Sends Warning During NASCAR's Big Lawsuit

The ongoing lawsuit between Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing Team and NASCAR has exposed some pretty uncomfortable truths about the NASCAR business model. While former racing champion Dale Earnhardt Jr.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / November 14