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Dale Earnhardt Jr. wants to be as present as possible when JR Motorsports attempts to qualify for the Daytona 500, as there are no plans to run a Cup Series race beyond the event. “I still feel lik…
Dale Earnhardt Jr. is determined to be fully involved when JR Motorsports aims to qualify for the Daytona 500, with no plans for a Cup Series race beyond this event. The organization, owned by Earnhardt and his sister, announced that Justin Allgaier will drive the No. 40 car with sponsorship from Traveller Whiskey, owned by music star Chris Stapleton. Earnhardt expressed his desire to witness and participate in every step of the process, from selecting the car parts to going through NASCAR procedures, as it’s a unique new experience for the team. This Daytona 500 entry would be a significant milestone for JR Motorsports, with Allgaier needing to qualify the car into the field. The team, led by crew chief Greg Ives, will have engine support from Hendrick Motorsports, marking a special moment for all involved.
