LAS VEGAS (AP) - Dale Earnhardt Jr. wrapped up his final season as a NASCAR driver with one last piece of hardware. He won the Most Popular Driver Award on Thursday night for a 15th consecutive time.
The award is based on a fan vote and sponsored by the National Motorsports Press Association. Only Bill Elliott won the award more than Earnhardt - 16 times between 1984 and 2002 - before he removed his name from consideration.
Earnhardt retired as a full-time driver following NASCAR season finale, and he will move to NBC's broadcasting team next year.
Dale Jr. Wins Most Popular Driver Award
Earnhardt wins Most Popular Driver award.
