Three stock car racing legends—Ricky Rudd, Carl Edwards, and the late Ralph Moody—were honored by the NASCAR Hall of Fame’s induction of its esteemed class of 2025, which took place in Charlotte on a night filled with celebration and nostalgia. Racing fans, business veterans, and the honorees’ families attended the ceremony to see their outstanding contributions to the sport formally recognized. As supporters flocked to the venue, hoping to get a sight of their favorites, the event was full of moving tributes and an electrifying atmosphere. Carl Edwards, one of the inductees, enthralled the crowd with his insightful observations on a career characterized by tenacity and enthusiasm. Speaking openly about the recognition, Edwards said, “So, I said, we’re going to make sure there is a real celebration,” Edwards said, of the massive Hall of Fame honor.
“For many reasons I’m happy to be able to come back and thank everyone,” Edwards stated. “It’s not reality, not for me yet. … I don’t even know what to say. It feels. … very good.” Edwards’ remarks struck a deep chord with the audience, perfectly capturing the pride and emotion that come with being a part of NASCAR’s legendary history. A career full of on-track accomplishments and personal milestones culminated in his induction. During the event, Ricky Rudd, who is renowned for his unwavering energy and record-breaking consistency, also expressed a moving sentiment. Considering his long career in the sport, Rudd was appreciative of the steadfast assistance that helped him succeed, saying, “I was able to pursue a lot of goals with the support of many wonderful people” of dreams and with tonight’s induction, that dream is now complete,” said Rudd, who thanked his family, fans, wife Linda and son Landon, noting that Linda “has not only been my wife and best friend for 45 years she mentally drove every lap with me.”
The sport was revolutionized by the visionary leadership and ideas of the late Ralph Moody, whose groundbreaking achievements still have an impact on contemporary racing. His legacy serves as a standard for NASCAR’s achievements in safety and competitiveness. This historic event acknowledged the spirit of NASCAR as a whole in addition to celebrating individual accomplishments. These legends’ motivational tales serve as a beacon of hope for upcoming generations as they become inducted into the esteemed Hall of Fame, guaranteeing that NASCAR’s history and passion will live on for many more years.
