"I might’ve been able to keep going, but I wanted to err on the side of caution." Last fall, NASCAR announced that it was shortening the course for the Xfinity Series and Cup Series races at ...

David Tucker / USA TODAY NETWORK Beyond his on-track achievements, Earnhardt’s legacy extends into the world of NASCAR collectibles, particularly in die-cast replicas and trading cards.

It’s his trophy collection that also has room for expansion, and the coveted Daytona 500 title that’s eluded him in 15 previous tries is a missing piece to an already illustrious NASCAR Cup ...

including the most special in his collection, the No. 1 Dodge driven by seven-time NASCAR Cup champion Dale Earnhardt. "This is a perfect car. Isn’t that a great looking car? This car is special.