Dale Earnhardt Jr. recently recounted a light-hearted yet embarrassing incident involving a new truck and a tennis ball during an episode of the “Bless Your Hardt” podcast. The popular NASCAR figure shared how an attempt to improve his garage space led to an unexpected dent in his recently purchased vehicle.
In the podcast, co-hosted with his wife Amy Earnhardt, the NASCAR icon described the cramped conditions of their garage. With toolboxes, cabinets, and benches taking up most of the space, maneuvering around the area became a challenge. To address this, he devised a simple solution: hanging a tennis ball from the ceiling. He explained, “I decided to hang a tennis ball from the ceiling. And I did that in one stall for my old truck. And so, when I pull in and the windshield hits the tennis ball hanging from the ceiling, the gate, the door is going to shut, and it’s going to be a few inches between that and the bumper.”
While this approach provided some relief, it inadvertently caused a mishap. As Earnhardt Jr. attempted to lean on the hood of his truck, he accidentally created a dent. “Okay. The hood as it did. I put my arm on the hood, and it dented in. It went boom and popped right back out. And I thought, ‘Damn it,’” he recalled.
The dent made him anxious, especially since he had owned the truck for less than a month. Realizing his initial assumption about the hood’s strength was incorrect, he sought assistance from a friend to repair the damage. Interestingly, Earnhardt Jr. felt the need to keep this incident under wraps. “Because I was mad. I was embarrassed, but mostly mad. And I just wanted it to get fixed. And as soon as it comes back in the driveway and it’s not dented anymore, it never happened,” he explained.
Despite his efforts to conceal the mishap, his friend eventually disclosed the story to Amy, turning what was once a secret into a shared family anecdote. This humorous revelation adds to the charm of the podcast, which has become a significant part of the Dirty Mo Media lineup, showcasing the engaging banter and relatable stories of its hosts.
Through this light-hearted story, Dale Earnhardt Jr. brings a personal touch to his podcast, reminding listeners that even icons can have relatable moments filled with humor and humility.
