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April 08, 2022 – Martinsville , VA, USA: Dale Earnhardt Jr prepares to take to the track for the Call 811 Before You Dig 250 powered by Call 811.com at Martinsville Speedway in Martinsville , VA. Martinsville United States of America – ZUMAc04_ 20220409_zaf_c04_299 Copyright: xLoganxTxArcex

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April 08, 2022 – Martinsville , VA, USA: Dale Earnhardt Jr prepares to take to the track for the Call 811 Before You Dig 250 powered by Call 811.com at Martinsville Speedway in Martinsville , VA. Martinsville United States of America – ZUMAc04_ 20220409_zaf_c04_299 Copyright: xLoganxTxArcex
Safety is undeniably a top priority in a sport like NASCAR, where meticulous planning is crucial in determining the various components of a race car. In addition to safeguarding the well-being of drivers, NASCAR must also carefully consider the cost implications of their decisions. Consequently, finding a delicate balance between these two factors is of utmost importance.
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However, the recent alarming accident involving Kyle Larson and Ryan Preece at Talladega has thrust safety concerns back into the spotlight. The shocking condition of Larson‘s car after the crash raised questions about the sport’s safety measures.
Addressing this concern, ex-NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr offered his opinion on potential flaws in the vehicles’ construction. His insights ignited NASCAR fans, demanding the organization be accountable for Larson’s Talladega incident.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr shares his personal opinion on the safety issue at hand
During one of the episodes of the Dale Jr Download, Junior mentioned, “My own opinion, that’s good. NASCAR wanted to make a car that can handle impacts and so forth.”
“But these pieces would relatively survive, so that the owners wouldn’t be afforded the costs of replacing all these pieces week after week, after week,” he continued.
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He concluded by saying, “So maybe in that attempt to try to make a car that’s more cost-effective and more durable. These pieces have been have been made too, too tough.”
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Kyle Larson predicts a scary prophecy days after horrifying Talladega wreck
Larson’s horrifying wreck at Talladega undeniably sent shockwaves through the NASCAR community. Fellow drivers and fans found themselves reeling, considering the possible outcomes if he had been traveling at even higher speeds.
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However, in an unexpected turn of events, just days after the hair-raising accident at the notorious superspeedway, the Hendrick Motorsports legend made a remarkable prediction.

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Feb 15. 2023; Daytona Beach. Florida, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Larson. (5) during qualifying at Daytona International Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-USA TODAY Sports.
Larson apparently stated, “Denny was texting me this week and I appreciate the concern but they all say odds will eventually catch up to guys like me who race dirt. I feel like the odds are more going to catch up to me eventually on a superspeedway,”
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Listening to such a statement from an individual who has just survived a spine-chilling, potentially fatal incident is undeniably unnerving. Nevertheless, we fervently hope that NASCAR can devise a solution to avert the recurrence of such a terrifying event in the future.
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