How the Harley J. Earl Trophy takes on a life of its own before joining in the life-changing experience of its next recipient.

One piece of iconic hardware transforms dreams into reality as Cup Series drivers attempt to win the Daytona 500 and hoist the Harley J. Earl Trophy.

The NASCAR star, who adds a slew of dirt-track racing to his yearly schedule, cashed in on his "hobby" Friday night, west of Daytona Beach in Barberville, holding off his current dirt rival to ...

Lee Petty won the inaugural edition of the Daytona 500, which took place in 1959. The race, held at the newly-built Daytona International Speedway, was a milestone in NASCAR history.