His last championship came in 1979. But Richard Petty's big sunglasses, cowboy hat and that No. 43 still loom large over stock-car racing. Petty raced for a remarkable 34 years. His record seven ...

His cars, from the Superbird to the Charger, were extensions of his skill and determination, and each played a crucial role in his legendary career. Beyond the tracks, Richard Petty has become a ...