Carl Edwards, Ricky Rudd, and Ralph Moody Inducted into NASCAR Hall of Fame

The 2025 NASCAR Hall of Fame class celebrates racing legends, a pioneering engineer, and a safety innovator.

Carl Edwards, known for his 72 victories across NASCAR's top three series and iconic backflip celebrations, was honored for his career achievements, including the 2007 Xfinity Series championship and multiple near-championship finishes.
Ricky Rudd, nicknamed 'Iron Man' for his record-breaking 788 consecutive starts, was recognized for his 23 Cup Series wins, including the 1997 Brickyard 400, and his enduring legacy as one of NASCAR's toughest competitors.
Ralph Moody, a WWII veteran and co-founder of the legendary Holman-Moody racing team, was celebrated posthumously for his engineering innovations and contributions to NASCAR's dominance in the 1960s.
Dr. Dean Sicking received the Landmark Award for his creation of the SAFER barrier, a revolutionary safety feature that has significantly reduced crash impacts in motorsports.
The induction ceremony, held in Charlotte, North Carolina, featured heartfelt speeches and tributes, highlighting the inductees' lasting impact on the sport's history and safety advancements.