Kevin Harvick recalls dramatic 2011 Coca-Cola 600 win at Charlotte
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 11:35 PM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Kevin Harvick looked back on his thrilling victory at the 2011 Coca-Cola 600 during a recent episode of his podcast. Harvick seized the win in the final lap after Dale Earnhardt Jr. ran out of fuel while leading. Harvick’s triumph at Charlotte Motor Speedway marked a significant moment in his career, helping him break a long-standing struggle at the venue. The NASCAR circuit will return to the Charlotte oval this weekend for the Chase race, featuring multiple series races, including the Bank of America 400.
- •Harvick reflects on 2011 Coca-Cola 600 victory.
- •Earnhardt Jr. led but ran out of fuel on the final lap.
- •Harvick won his first race at Charlotte with this victory.
- •NASCAR returns to the Charlotte oval this weekend.
- •The Bank of America 400 is scheduled for this Sunday.
- 11:35 PMYahoo Sports — Kevin Harvick Reflects on Dramatic NASCAR Charlotte Win
"Kevin Harvick reflects on chaotic win in the 2011 Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte.
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