The Daytona 500 is upon us, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back in the studio for a new episode of Dirty Air. He and co-host TJ Majors break down the latest NASCAR developments and look ahead to the Great American Race. They discuss NASCAR’s stance on race manipulation, the possibility of new OEMs entering the sport, and the France family’s willingness to sell some equity. Plus, they dive into NASCAR’s international expansion efforts, recap the 2025 Cup roster changes, and welcome Bowman Gray Clash winner Chase Elliott to the show. During the Ask Jr. segment, listeners had some fun questions for Dale and TJ, including how to handle producers talking in your headset during a broadcast and a thought-provoking one—if you didn’t know the day you were born, how old would you say you are? ___________________________ More on FanDuel: • Visit Fanduel.com/dalejr to download the app and bet with FanDuel – Official Partner of Super Bowl LIX.   • Must be 21+ and present in select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino) or 18+ and present in D.C. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG. Call 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut, or visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Hope is here. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800) 327-5050 for 24/7 support in Massachusetts or call 1-877-8HOPE-NY or text HOPENY in New York. ___________________________ Follow Dirty Mo Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DirtyMoMedia Twitter: https://twitter.com/DirtyMoMedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dirtymomedia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dirtymomedia_ All About Dirty Mo Media: https://www.dirtymomedia.com Chapters: 02:50 NASCAR Rule Changes and Their Implications 06:01 Influencing Race Outcomes: NASCAR's New Regulations 09:48 OEMs and Their Interest in NASCAR 15:08 The Future of NASCAR: Growth and International Expansion 34:14 NASCAR's Struggles and Future Directions 39:00 Driver Changes and Team Dynamics 45:31 Pressure on Drivers to Perform 51:54 Riley Herbst vs. Cole Custer 56:09 Chase Elliott's Perspective on the Daytona 500 01:07:54 The Dynamics of Racing Strategy 01:10:45 Experiencing the Super Bowl 01:12:37 Future Racing Plans and Opportunities 01:14:21 Broadcasting Challenges and Insights 01:20:09 Lighthearted Banter and Personal Reflections 01:25:01 Betting Strategies and Insights 01:31:50 The Upcoming Cars Tour Season 01:36:21 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events Must be 21+ and present in select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino) or 18+ and present in D.C. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG. Call 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut, or visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Hope is here. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800) 327-5050 for 24/7 support in Massachusetts, or call 1-877-8HOPE-NY or text HOPENY in New York.