Denny Hamlin is running a throwback to Carl Edwards at Darlington

This Carl Edwards paint scheme heading to Darlington Raceway for the throwback NASCAR weekend

Carl Edwards made his NASCAR debut in 2004. In 445 races, he collected 28 race wins.

Yet, following the 2016 season, Carl Edwards abruptly left the sport.

At the time of his retirement, he still had years remaining on his contract with Joe Gibbs Racing. He kept his reasons for the departure from the sport a secret. That only created further interest in the mystery.

View the Carl Edwards throwback below.

His lips were unsealed during his NASCAR Hall of Fame speech just weeks ago. Edwards noted that Dale Earnhardt Jr opening discussing his own concussions as his reason for retirement.

Carl Edwards finally clarifies reason for surprise NASCAR retirement

Edwards last race was at Homestead-Miami Speedway. While racing for a championship, Edwards slammed the inside wall.

Now, the famed red paint scheme is set to return. Denny Hamlin, a former teammate will be racing the Carl Edwards throwback.

Darlington Raceway is known for their throwback weekend. However, this year is special as it’s the 75th anniversary of the South Carolina track.

Carl Edwards is a 2025 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee.

Joe Gibbs Racing recently signed Progressive as a primary sponsor. The company is now the main primary sponsor of the No. 11 team.

Denny Hamlin shocked by crew chief change for 2025 NASCAR season

Carl Edwards throwback paint scheme

Denny Hamlin - 2025 Carl Edwards Throwback
Denny Hamlin – 2025 Carl Edwards Throwback

Hamlin has advice for Ty Gibbs on Joey Logano

Links

Denny Hamlin | NASCAR