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How to Watch: Dale Jr. Race the Iconic No. 8 Budweiser Chevrolet at Florence Motor Speedway

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back behind the wheel of the No. 8 Budweiser Chevrolet, and fans have an incredible opportunity to see this legendary pairing in action during the South Carolina 400 at Florence Motor Speedway on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Here’s everything you need to know about catching this must-see event.

Event Details

  • Race: South Carolina 400
  • Date: Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024
  • Location: Florence Motor Speedway, Timmonsville, South Carolina
  • Stream: FloRacing (exclusive coverage)
  • Tickets: Available now through the Florence Motor Speedway website

Why Florence Motor Speedway?

The South Carolina 400 is a crown jewel of Late Model Stock Car racing, attracting the best talent from across the Southeast. The race will feature Dale Jr. and a host of talented drivers battling it out on Florence Motor Speedway’s unique, abrasive track surface.

Located in Timmonsville, South Carolina, Florence Motor Speedway is known for its lack of an outside wall around Turns 1 through 4, creating high-stakes racing with a strong emphasis on tire management.

Earnhardt, a NASCAR Hall of Famer, is no stranger to this track. After competing in the South Carolina 400 for the past two years, he’s back with a legendary car and a fan-favorite sponsor.

How to Watch the Race

In-Person

  • Tickets: Purchase tickets in advance to secure your spot. The South Carolina 400 is a two-day event, with preliminary racing on Friday, Nov. 22, and the Late Model Stock Car main event on Saturday, Nov. 23.
  • Test Day: Teams will also have the option to test on Thursday, Nov. 21, giving fans an early look at some of the competitors.

Online

  • Stream: FloRacing will provide exclusive streaming coverage of the South Carolina 400. Subscribers can watch every lap live, as well as the full weekend of racing action, from the comfort of their homes.

What to Expect

The South Carolina 400 weekend is packed with action:

  • Friday, Nov. 22:
    • Practice and qualifying rounds for multiple classes
    • Heat races to set the stage for Saturday night
  • Saturday, Nov. 23:
    • Main event for Late Model Stock Cars ($10,000-to-win)
    • Feature races for Limited Late Models, Super Trucks, Mini Stocks, Street Stocks, and more

Jr’s. History at the South Carolina 400

Earnhardt first competed in the South Carolina 400 in 2022, driving a Bass Pro Shops throwback car honoring his father, Dale Earnhardt Sr. He finished ninth in his debut and improved to eighth in 2023.

This year, he’s bringing the iconic No. 8 Budweiser Chevrolet back to life, adding a new layer of excitement to an already prestigious event.

Whether you’re planning to watch in person or stream the race online, the South Carolina 400 is an unmissable event for racing fans. Be sure to grab your tickets or FloRacing subscription to witness Jr.’s triumphant return to grassroots racing in the No. 8 Budweiser Chevrolet.

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