The View From the Inside: Why a 9th Place Finish Felt Like a Daytona 500 Win

By Andy DeLay, Staff Writer I’ve spent the better part of my life behind a microphone or a notebook at racetracks across this country. For decades, my job has been to document the show, not be a part of it. I’ve stood in Victory Lane as NASCAR Cup Series teams hoisted championship trophies, watching the confetti fly and the raw emotion pour out of crews … Continue reading The View From the Inside: Why a 9th Place Finish Felt Like a Daytona 500 Win

Earnhardt Legacy Roars at Daytona Test; Tire Woes Claim Balcaen Early

By: Andy DeLay, Staff Writer Date: January 11, 2026 DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — The air at Daytona International Speedway always feels a little heavier when the name Earnhardt is on the entry list. But this past weekend, the weight of history wasn’t just in the name—it was painted on the sheet metal. I had the privilege of shadowing Bobby Earnhardt throughout the two-day ARCA Menards … Continue reading Earnhardt Legacy Roars at Daytona Test; Tire Woes Claim Balcaen Early

Burnin Rubber Radio Exlcusive Interview: Bobby Dale Earnhardt

Interview performed and written by Kathleen Woodin of Burnin’ Rubber Radio. Image Credit: Andy DeLay I recently did an interview with Bobby Dale Earnhardt, and it was exciting! Being a huge NASCAR fan myself, this was a “Oh Wow” dream-come-true moment for me. I was nervous at first, but I was told Bobby Dale was easy-going and not to be nervous. You know what? He … Continue reading Burnin Rubber Radio Exlcusive Interview: Bobby Dale Earnhardt