Overview
- Dale Earnhardt Jr. confirmed on The Dale Jr. Download that he will race a CARS Tour Late Model Stock at Nashville Fairgrounds, driving a Bass Pro Shops No. 8 on April 11.
- He said he will complete a tire test in the days before the event to prepare for the Fairgrounds surface.
- The race is branded the Tootsie’s Music City Showdown with Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge as presenting sponsor, featuring Late Model Stock Cars and Pro Late Models.
- The event marks the CARS Tour’s first visit to Nashville Fairgrounds, drawing fresh attention to a storied track whose future is under local consideration.
- Earnhardt co-owns the CARS Tour with Kevin Harvick, Justin Marks, and Jeff Burton, and Marks helped secure Tootsie’s involvement through owner Steve Smith.