NASCAR Hall of Famer Bobby Allison dies at 86

"Bobby was the ultimate fan’s driver," Allison’s family said in a statement. "He thoroughly enjoyed spending time with his fans and would stop to sign autographs and have conversations with them everywhere he went. He was a dedicated family man and friend, and a devout Catholic."

"Bobby Allison personified the term ‘racer,’" NASCAR Chairman Jim France said in a statement. "Though he is best known as one of the winningest drivers in NASCAR Cup Series history, his impact on the sport extends far beyond the record books."