Remembering #3

North Carolina is the birthplace of Dale Earnhardt and the roots of stock car racing. Yesterday was a big day for race fans. February 20th, 2011 marks the 10th Anniversary of  Dale Earnhardt's death during the last lap of The Daytona 500.  It was an opportunity that over 150,000 people took to honor one of North Carolina's greatest legends.  The fans were silent while holding up three fingers during the 3rd lap of the race! 

Dale Earnhardt spins through the infield

 at Daytona International Speedway

 after finally winning the 1998 Daytona 500

 in his 20th Great American Race.

(Photo: ISC Archives/Getty Images)

You can also pay tribute to "The Intimidater"  as well as all the others at the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte NC.  North Carolina is home to many of NASCAR's finest in history, including  Richard Petty and Dale Jarrett.

Dale Earnhardt (Right) won his first-ever

 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race

with crew chief Jake Elder (Left)

when he took the 1979 Southeastern 500 at Bristol.

 Earnhardt won nine Cup races at Bristol Motor Speedway.

 (Photo: Getty Images)

VROOM with a view at the Ritz is my suggestion for a NASCAR getaway!
While you are in Charlotte, do not miss the Richard Petty Driving Experience!

Purchase your tickets now for the Coca Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway!
Click here to learn more about The Dale Earnhardt Foundation!

Enjoy your Day, Carolina Style!  Jen Jen