Bobby Allison, NASCAR Hall of Famer, has died at the age of 86, the auto racing body announced Saturday. Allison died peacefully at his home in Mooresville, North Carolina, according to NASCAR. No cause of death was given.

Bobby Allison, founder of racing’s “Alabama Gang” and a NASCAR Hall of Famer, died Saturday. He was 86. NASCAR released a statement from Allison’s family that said he died at home in Mooresville, North Carolina.

Allison — who won 85 career races — is being remembered by Jimmie Johnson, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and other racing greats

Bobby Allison, a champion in both racing and resilience, rose from humble roots to change NASCAR. The Alabama Gang member leaves behind a legacy of grit and triumph.

Learn about Bobby Allison’s cause of death and his powerful legacy in NASCAR. Discover how this Hall of Famer shaped racing history and inspired fans.

This video pays tribute to Bobby Allison, NASCAR legend and founding member of the “Alabama Gang.” Known for his racing prowess, Allison’s career highlights include 85 victories, an unforgettable Daytona 500 win with his son Davey,

Allison began racing in the '50s as a teen, small-town events on Hialeah Speedway in Florida, permission for which he achieved through sleight of hand. He'd promised his mother he'd improve his grades if she signed the waiver for him to race.