Death of Dale Earnhardt ... On the afternoon of February 18, 2001, American stock car racing driver and team owner Dale Earnhardt was involved in a final-lap collision in the 2001 Daytona 500, in which he …

May 22, 2025 · Race car driver Dale Earnhardt won seven NASCAR championships before a fatal crash led to his 2001 death. Read about his car, records, children, team, and more.

Nov 13, 2009 · On February 18, 2001, Dale Earnhardt Sr., considered one of the greatest drivers in National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) history, dies at the age of 49 in a last-lap …

Feb 15, 2025 · Earnhardt Jr. came in second. And Dale Earnhardt Sr., who'd proudly earned the nickname "The Intimidator," died playing the role of "The Protector." NASCAR's most iconic driver …

Nov 27, 2025 · Earnhardt died from injuries suffered during a crash in the final lap of the 2001 Daytona 500. He was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2006, and he was a member …

However, according to Dr. Barry Myers, the cause of death was simple: slamming head-first into the wall at 150 MPH. Earnhardt suffered a fractured skull after his head slammed into the steering...

On February 18, 2001, the world of NASCAR was forever changed by the tragic death of Dale Earnhardt, a legendary stock car driver known for his aggressive style and fierce competitiveness.

Feb 20, 2001 · An autopsy completed Monday showed Earnhardt died of blunt force injuries to the head. The 49-year-old racer was fighting for position when he slammed into the wall on the final turn of the …

On February 18 2001, during the Daytona 500, Dale Earnhardt was killed after being involved in an accident while heading into Turn 3 on the last lap. Earnhardt was racing three wide with Marlin to his …

Dale Earnhardt, Inc. won five races in the 2001 season, beginning with Steve Park 's victory in the race at Rockingham just one week after Earnhardt's death. Earnhardt Jr. and Waltrip finished first and …