“Didn’t Really Expect”: Kevin Harvick Overwhelmed After Incredible Honor Ahead of NASCAR Retirement

Throughout his years in the NASCAR Cup Series, Kevin Harvick has grown to become one of the most respected and loved drivers out on the race track. Although in his early days, he did have a wild reputation, as he aged, Harvick slowly mellowed down.

Now, as Harvick nears the end of his storied career, the NASCAR community has something special in store for him. The upcoming race at Homestead Miami promises to be a celebration of Harvick’s incredible career and a chance for fans to show their appreciation for all that he has accomplished.

Kevin Harvick was left speechless after receiving a great honor

The Stewart-Haas Racing driver recently posted a video on his social media, where he was seen standing in front of a hidden signboard. As he removed the blank sheet, the board behind revealed the name of the race.

Realizing the magnitude of the message, Harvick stated, “Oh Wow! That is really cool. The 4Ever 400 at Homestead Miami Speedway, that’s uh, that is definitely top of the list for the surprises of the year.”

He added, “Just you never know what’s coming next and the year has just been great support from sponsors and fans and racetracks. But to have the 4Ever 400 race title is something that I didn’t really expect. So thank you Mobil1 and this is gonna be fun.”

This is cool!! Thank you @mobil1racing!!

#4EVER400 pic.twitter.com/cAOcyMeZJt

— Kevin Harvick (@KevinHarvick) October 9, 2023

Heading back to his championship-winning track in grand style

Soon after Harvick’s post regarding the naming of the upcoming Miami race, journalist Dusting Long also confirmed the same. The official name of the race would be the 4EVER 400 Presented by Mobil 1.

Interestingly, the 47-year-old Stewart-Haas Racing driver won his Cup Series championship at this exact venue back in 2014. Thus returning to Homestead with the race being named after him has to be one of the highest honors for him across his illustrious racing career.

#NASCAR … The Homestead Cup playoff race will be named in honor of Kevin Harvick.

Race will be called The 4EVER 400 Presented by Mobil 1.

Homestead is where Harvick won his Cup championship in 2014.

— Dustin Long (@dustinlong) October 9, 2023

Although, unlike in the past, the Miami-based racetrack no longer hosts the season finale. But this surprise is pleasant enough and must hold significant value for Harvick as he inches toward the final few races of his glittering career.