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Dale Jr. Warns NASCAR: EVs Would 'Destroy Series'
22 Apr
Summary
- NASCAR is considering electric vehicles for the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series.
- Dale Earnhardt Jr. believes an EV switch would be a massive mistake.
- The O'Reilly Series has seen surging viewership this year.
Rumors circulating within the racing community suggest NASCAR may be considering the introduction of electric vehicles (EVs) into its O'Reilly Auto Parts Series. This potential shift has already generated considerable concern among fans and prominent figures in the sport.
Dale Earnhardt Jr., a highly influential voice in NASCAR even years after his retirement, has publicly voiced strong opposition to the idea. On his popular podcast, "Dale Jr. Download," he expressed that transitioning to electric cars would be a "massive, massive mistake" and could potentially "destroy the series." He further stated that neither he nor his racing team, JR Motorsports, would support such a direction.
This controversy arises as the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series on The CW has been experiencing a significant increase in viewership. The current success is attributed to the exciting racing and the familiar nature of the cars. Introducing EVs, which have reportedly been in development by NASCAR's R&D department, could jeopardize this positive momentum and alienate the fanbase that has recently returned to the series.
