Dale Earnhardt Jr. recently showcased the stylish new #40 car designed for the Daytona 500, driven by Justin Allgaier. This year, the car features a throwback design with burgundy stripes and vintage stickers, reflecting a classic ’70s vibe. Earnhardt’s JR Motorsports team has partnered with country star Chris Stapleton’s Traveller whiskey, which also sponsors the car, for another attempt at the Daytona 500.

In a video shared by JR Motorsports, Earnhardt, Allgaier, and Stapleton admired the revamped look of the car, agreeing that it surpasses last year’s version. Allgaier, a seasoned driver with JR Motorsports since 2016 and the 2024 NASCAR Xfinity Series champion, will again need to qualify for the Daytona 500 since the car competes as an open entry, lacking a guaranteed starting spot.

Last year was particularly emotional for Earnhardt as their car qualified for the race despite not being guaranteed a place, resulting in a commendable 9th place finish after starting from 19th. Over the years, JR Motorsports has established itself as a leading team in the Xfinity Series, raising speculation about future expansion into the Cup Series. Though Earnhardt has expressed interest, financial challenges around charter costs make this a complex goal.

For now, the partnership between JR Motorsports and Stapleton aims to make a strong impression at the Great American Race, as fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming Daytona 500.