The 2025 NASCAR Hall of Fame inducted racing legends Ricky Rudd, Carl Edwards, and Ralph Moody in an emotional ceremony in Charlotte. The event also honored Dr. Dean Sicking with the Landmark Award and Mike Harris with the Squier-Hall Award.

Carl Edwards, who won 28 NASCAR Cup Series races and the 2007 NASCAR Xfinity Series championship, celebrated with nearly 200 supporters flown in by Joe Gibbs. Edwards expressed deep gratitude during his induction speech, thanking his family, team owners, and supporters while reflecting on his signature victory backflips.

Ricky Rudd entered the Hall following an illustrious career featuring 23 Cup Series victories and a record-setting 788 consecutive starts. His notable achievements include winning the 1997 Brickyard 400 as an owner-driver and the 1992 IROC championship.

Ralph Moody, inducted posthumously, left an indelible mark on NASCAR through Holman-Moody Racing. The company he co-founded produced 96 Cup wins between 1957-72 and secured back-to-back championships in 1968-69 with David Pearson.

Dr. Dean Sicking received recognition for developing the SAFER barrier system, revolutionizing track safety across NASCAR's top divisions. Mike Harris, the longtime Associated Press racing journalist, was honored for his four-decade contribution to motorsports coverage, earning praise for his gentlemanly approach and respected reporting.

The ceremony brought together NASCAR royalty, from Richard Petty to Donnie Allison, celebrating the continued legacy of stock car racing's most influential figures.

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