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Racing Royalty: Wyatt Miller Ushers in New Era for Earnhardt Dynasty on NASCAR’s Historic Hickory Speedway

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
March 10, 2025
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Racing Royalty: Wyatt Miller Ushers in New Era for Earnhardt Dynasty on NASCAR’s Historic Hickory Speedway

The Earnhardt racing legacy continues to roar on the tracks, as the latest scion of the renowned dynasty, Wyatt Miller, showcases his burgeoning talent. This lineage, originating in the late 1950s with Ralph Earnhardt’s dominance at Hickory Motor Speedway, has been passed down through generations, with Dale Earnhardt Sr. and Dale Earnhardt Jr. leaving their indelible marks in NASCAR history. Now, it’s 13-year-old Wyatt’s turn to carry forward the family’s legendary racing reputation.

Ralph Earnhardt’s prowess at Hickory Motor Speedway was so intense that he was eventually banned from racing there, following a stunning track record of 22 wins out of 24. The same track later witnessed a young Dale Earnhardt Sr. refine his driving skills, ultimately leading to his recognition as the “The Intimidator” and a seven-time Cup Series Champion. Fast forward to March 2025, the same track bears witness to the rise of a new Earnhardt prodigy, Wyatt Miller, as he finishes second in his Limited Late Model race.

The significance of Wyatt’s achievement is more than just a podium finish. It’s a testament to the enduring Earnhardt legacy that has spanned four generations and over six decades on the historic 0.363-mile oval. Dale Earnhardt Jr. took to social media to express his pride, confirming that the Earnhardt name continues to rule the racing tracks, this time under the capable young hands of his nephew, Wyatt.

Despite his tender age, Wyatt Miller has already shown immense promise. The son of JR Motorsports co-owner Kelley Earnhardt Miller and LW Miller, Wyatt’s journey in racing began during a 2020 trip to the Midwest. His evident talent led him to multiple victories, including the prestigious Golden Driller trophy at the 2024 Tulsa Shootout in the Restricted Micro division. His transition to asphalt racing was marked by a milestone finish at Hickory in March 2025. His achievement is a perfect blend of the racing DNA he inherited from both sides of his family.

Wyatt’s older sister, Karsyn Elledge, also a racecar driver and host of the Door Bumper Clear Podcast, ran 15th at Hickory Motor Speedway. Elledge acknowledged the family history she was continuing before taking on Hickory Motor Speedway in Limited Late Models nearly a decade ago. It is clear that the racing tradition runs deep in the Earnhardt bloodline.

Young Wyatt is not limiting himself to one racing surface. He is gearing up for his dirt Late Model debut scheduled for late April at Natural Bridge Speedway in Virginia in a 604 Crate Late Model. This adaptability is reminiscent of his legendary grandfather, a driver who was comfortable on any track, in any condition.

NASCAR’s heritage is steeped in family traditions that go beyond the Earnhardts. The Petty family boasts of four generations of professional athletes, with Lee Petty beginning the legacy with three Cup championships in the 1950s and victory in the first-ever Daytona 500 in 1959. Richard Petty, Kyle Petty, and Adam Petty continued the tradition, adding their own wins and championships to the family name.

The Jarrett family’s racing saga spans multiple generations as well, with Ned Jarrett securing two Cup championships and his son Dale Jarrett adding his own championship and three Daytona 500 wins. They both later found success in broadcasting. Bill and Chase Elliott, hailing from Georgia, represent another classic example of racing royalty passed down through generations.

As Wyatt Miller steps up to continue the Earnhardt racing legacy, he joins these legendary families whose names are etched in motorsports history. The cars may evolve, and the tools may change, but the traditions of excellence, determination, and speed endure from one generation to the next.

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