Dale Earnhardt Sr.’s Grandson Honors Greg Biffle with Special Paint Scheme

There are tributes, and then there are tributes. When you’re part of the Earnhardt dynasty, everything you do on a track carries a little extra weight—and a lot of extra scrutiny. Bobby Dale Earnhardt, grandson of “The Intimidator” himself, knows this better than anyone.

But for the upcoming ARCA test at Daytona, the focus isn’t just on the Earnhardt name. It’s about remembering a legend we lost too soon.

The 38-year-old driver just dropped a teaser for his #89 Chevy paint scheme, and let’s just say, it’s going to hit hard for anyone who grew up watching NASCAR in the 2000s.

He’s honoring Greg Biffle, and if the sneak peek is any indication, it’s going to be a tear-jerker.

1. A Tribute Fit for a Legend

If you’ve been living under a rock, you know the racing world took a massive gut punch on December 18, 2025. Greg Biffle and his family were lost in a tragic aviation accident. The details are still painful—a mechanical failure shortly after takeoff from North Carolina, leading to a crash near Statesville Regional Airport. They were on their way to meet YouTuber Cleetus McFarland, which just adds another layer of “what if” to the whole tragedy. So, seeing Bobby Dale step up like this? It’s pure class. He took to X to show off the rear right-side panel of his machine. It features the iconic #16 sticker and the phrase “BeLikeBiff,” a nod to Biffle’s glory days with Roush Fenway Racing. Earnhardt captioned it with: “A sneak peek with purpose. The Biff is riding with us this weekend. Honoring Greg Biffle’s legacy as we head into testing with @RiseRacing89. Full unveiling goes down at Daytona. So let’s hear it, what do YOU think the iconic paint scheme will look like?” You can almost hear the roar of the engines just looking at it. Earnhardt-Shearer Racing (ESR) has teamed up with Rise Motorsports for the 2026 ARCA Menards Series season, and Bobby Dale is set to run the full schedule. Oh, and if honoring Biffle wasn’t enough, he’s also paying homage to the ageless wonder, Morgan Shepherd. The season kicks off on Valentine’s Day (February 14) with the General Tire 200. Nothing says romance like burning rubber at Daytona, right?

2. Dale Jr.’s Fear: Is the Earnhardt Legacy Fading?

While Bobby Dale is out there keeping memories alive, his uncle, Dale Earnhardt Jr., has been dealing with some existential dread of his own. And honestly? It’s relatable. Back in February 2025, Dale Jr. had Cleetus McFarland on the Dale Jr. Download—yes, the same Cleetus that Biffle was flying to see. During the chat, Junior got surprisingly candid about his father, Dale Earnhardt Sr. You’d think being a seven-time Cup Series champion with 76 wins and a tie with Richard Petty would secure your spot in history forever. But time is a cruel mistress, and Junior is worried. “I love it,” Dale Jr. said, reflecting on the current state of the sport. “My fear is that he’ll one day just be forgotten with time. My worry would be that he would just, he would just disappear into the distance right as we get further and further removed from his career.” He added, “I just hope he’s never forgotten because he left such an impact on the sport. So that kind of thing is the same power that is the reminder to me, like that he’s he resonated with people.”

3. The Bottom Line

It’s a heavy thought. Dale Sr. wasn’t just a driver; he was a cultural force. However, as new generations emerge who never saw the #3 black Chevy dominate the track, the memories do start to fade. Dale Jr. might not have snagged a Cup Series title himself, but with 15 Most Popular Driver awards and two Xfinity Series titles, he’s doing his part to keep the family name relevant. We’re heading into a season that feels heavy with nostalgia and loss. But seeing Bobby Dale Earnhardt use his platform to honor Biffle—while carrying the weight of his own grandfather’s legacy—reminds us why we love this sport. It’s not just about the cars; it’s about the people. The Daytona test is going to be emotional, folks. Make sure you’re watching.

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