Dale Earnhardt Jr. reached his legendary status in his time behind the wheel of the No. 8 Budweiser Chevrolet. After retiring from full-time racing in 2017, Dale has stayed involved in the sport as an owner and broadcaster. But his legacy in the No. 8 car remains one of the most memorable in NASCAR history, with 17 Cup Series wins and becoming one of the most popular drivers of all time.

Recently, Dale Jr. has been focused on broadcasting, but that doesn’t mean his time behind the steering wheel is over. Earnhardt Jr. will often be found behind the wheel at all-star events, and fans love it. There has been a recent update from the icon, where he plans on taking part in the Florence Motor Speedway race, and for that, he will be reviving his iconic car with the paint scheme, which will come as a throwback for many fans.

The return of the red and white Budweiser Chevy

When it comes to iconic numbers and paint schemes in NASCAR history, few are as revered as Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s No. 8 Budweiser Chevrolet. And yes, you read that right—Dale Jr. is back behind the wheel of the legendary Bud car.

NASCAR recently revealed that Dale Jr. is bringing the iconic red and white Budweiser scheme back to life as part of a limited series of races for JR Motorsports. His return will kick off at the South Carolina 400, set for Friday, Nov. 23, at Florence Motor Speedway. It’s a race that Earnhardt is no stranger to, having competed there in both 2022 and 2023, and now he’s reviving the No. 8 for his fans in a big way.

“It is an incredible opportunity for me to be able to reunite with Budweiser and the No. 8,” Dale Earnhardt Jr said in a team release. “Budweiser and I had some great memories with that iconic scheme and number. We’ve always supported each other over the years. It’s going to be really special for me to be able to represent that brand on the race track again.”

Earnhardt, who has raced at Florence for several seasons now, has expressed his love for the track’s rugged nature. The surface wears down tires quickly, creating a race that’s not just about speed but strategy. It’s this aspect of racing that Earnhardt finds so thrilling, and it’s likely to make for a thrilling show as he pilots the No. 8 Budweiser car once again.

How to Watch Dale Earnhardt Jr. Race the No. 8 Budweiser Late Model at Florence Motor Speedway

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For fans eager to see Earnhardt back in action with the No. 8, tickets for the South Carolina 400 are already available, and the race will stream live on Flo Racing. The South Carolina 400 is one of the premier Late Model Stock Car events in the Southeast, attracting top drivers and offering a thrilling mix of short-track action.

The South Carolina 400 will be a two-day event, starting on Friday, November 22, with practice and qualifying. The main event takes place on Saturday, November 23, with Late Model Stock drivers battling it out for a $10,000 payday. It’s a race that draws some of the best short-track talent in the region, and with Earnhardt in the mix, the excitement level is through the roof.

The gates open at 8 a.m. ET, giving fans and teams plenty of time to settle in for a full day of racing action. Morning practice sessions start at 11 a.m. for all divisions, followed by more practice in the early afternoon to get drivers dialed in. By 4:15 p.m., the energy heats up with qualifying, where Late Models, Street Stocks, and Mini Stocks vie for their starting spots in the evening’s feature events.

Once the clock hits 6 p.m., pre-race ceremonies will set the stage for a thrilling night under the lights. Two 25-lap Late Model heat races kick off the feature action, deciding the last spots in the 250-lap main event. Fans will also enjoy side-by-side action in the Street Stock and mini-stock races before the grand finale: the prestigious South Carolina 400.

For fans wanting to catch the action a day earlier, Thursday, November 21, offers a test day where teams can fine-tune their setups before the big race weekend kicks off. So will you be watching the race and rooting for Dale Jr. to win the race? Share your thoughts in the comments below.