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Verizon Puts NASCAR on the Fast Track

by MikeFebruary 13, 2020

Verizon to Bring Enhanced Wireless Connectivity as Official Wi-Fi Partner of 12 NASCAR Racetracks Over Next Three Years; Verizon Named Official Wireless Telecommunications and 5G Mobility Partner of NASCAR

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 13, 2020) – Ahead of the iconic DAYTONA 500, NASCAR and Verizon announced today a multi-year partnership to modernize 12 NASCAR-owned racetracks and bring race fans, drivers and teams improved connectivity to enhance the at-track experience. The partnership designates Verizon as the Official Wireless Telecommunications and 5G Mobility Partner of NASCAR, as well as the Official At-Track Wi-Fi Partner of 12 NASCAR-owned racetracks. As part of this agreement, Verizon will work with NASCAR to upgrade its in-venue wireless communications service, starting with delivering improved Wi-Fi service in 12 racetracks, over the next three years. (more…)

NASCAR And U.S. Census Bureau Announce Official Partnership To Encourage Nation-Wide Participation in 2020 Census

by MikeFebruary 12, 2020February 12, 2020

New Agreement Includes Race Entitlement Rights for NASCAR Xfinity Series Race at Homestead-Miami Speedway

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 12, 2020) – NASCAR^® and the U.S. Census Bureau announced today, during DAYTONA 500 Media Day, an Official Partnership designed to spread awareness and encourage participation in the once-a-decade national census. The 2020 Census counts every person living in the U.S., across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and five U.S. territories. Beginning in mid-March, most homes will receive an invitation to respond to a short questionnaire – online, by phone, or by mail. (more…)

Daytona Bits: Social Speedweeks

by MikeFebruary 8, 2020February 3, 2020

DIS is continuing the largest and most expansive social media effort in NASCAR to further engage fans both at the Speedway and at home. Included in this effort are a special Twitter hashtag, DAYTONA 500 Tweet-Up featuring special surprise guests, promotion of the FREE DIS Mobile App, an onsite DAYTONA Rewards program, free DISINFO text alerts and more direct driver interactions than ever before. (more…)

NASCAR and K&N Engineering Announce Multi-Year Official Partnership Renewal

by MikeFebruary 7, 2020

New Partnership to Evolve Longstanding NASCAR Relationship

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 7, 2020) – NASCAR and K&N Engineering announced a multi-year extension, continuing the company’s designation as the “Official Performance Filter of NASCAR®.” The renewed agreement solidifies K&N Engineering’s activation across the sport while evolving the longstanding partnership. (more…)

MOTORTREND GROUP AND NASCAR JOIN FORCES FOR THE ALL-NEW SPORTS DOCUSERIES NASCAR ALL IN: BATTLE FOR DAYTONA

by MikeFebruary 4, 2020

—NASCAR ALL IN: BATTLE FOR DAYTONA to World Premiere on MotorTrend’s Subscription Streaming Service Monday, February 10, 2020—

(Los Angeles and Charlotte) – MotorTrend Group, a Discovery company, and NASCAR announced today a new partnership to create NASCAR ALL IN: BATTLE FOR DAYTONA, a bold new sports documentary series chronicling the commitment, struggles and sacrifices of drivers, their teams and families in the chase for greatness at the biggest race of the 2020 NASCAR Cup Series™ season, the DAYTONA 500^®. The all-new, limited series produced by NASCAR Productions will world premiere every Monday beginning Monday, February 10, 2020, on the MotorTrend App, the only subscription streaming service dedicated entirely to the motoring world. (more…)

Air Force Technical Sergeant Nalani Quintello to Perform National Anthem Prior to 62nd DAYTONA 500

by MikeFebruary 4, 2020February 4, 2020

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 4, 2020) – Technical Sergeant Nalani Quintello, acclaimed vocalist with Max Impact, the United States Air Force Band, will perform the National Anthem prior to the 62nd annual DAYTONA 500 on Feb. 16 at Daytona International Speedway. (more…)

NASCAR, Cometic Gasket Announce Expanded Partnership

by MikeFebruary 4, 2020

Cometic Gasket to Sponsor Pole Award in NASCAR Gander RV & Outdoors Truck Series

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 4, 2020) – NASCAR and Cometic Gasket, Inc. announced today an expansion of their multi-year official partnership, designating the company the sponsor of the NASCAR Gander RV & Outdoors Truck Series™ pole award. The Cometic Gasket Pole Award will be awarded to the NASCAR Gander RV & Outdoors Truck Series driver with the fastest qualifying time each week, starting at Daytona International Speedway on Friday, February 14. (more…)

DAYTONA Speedweeks On-Track NASCAR Action Complemented by Off-Track Activities

by MikeJanuary 29, 2020

DAYTONA 500 Qualifying Presented By Kroger/Busch Clash At DAYTONA Doubleheader Feb. 9
Popular USAC Quarter-Midgets Returning to DIS on Feb. 5-9

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Jan. 29, 2020) – The first week of DAYTONA Speedweeks Presented By AdventHealth is the ultimate stage-setter for this year’s big show on Sunday, Feb. 16, the 62nd annual DAYTONA 500. (more…)

WWE Superstar Sheamus Named Honorary Pace Car Driver for 62nd DAYTONA 500

by MikeJanuary 29, 2020

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Jan. 28, 2020) – Four-time World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) Champion Sheamus will serve as the Honorary Pace Car Driver for the 62nd annual DAYTONA 500 on Sunday, Feb. 16 at Daytona International Speedway, behind the wheel of a 2020 Toyota Camry TRD. (more…)

NASCAR and Mack Trucks Announce Multi-Year Extension

by MikeJanuary 23, 2020January 23, 2020

Popular NASCAR Salutes Mack Anthem Fan Vote to Return in 2020;
Iconic American Brand to Remain the “Official Hauler of NASCAR”

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Jan. 23, 2020) – As the 2020 season rolls into view and the industry prepares to hit the open roads, NASCAR and Mack Trucks announced today a multi-year extension that continues its designation as the “Official Hauler of NASCAR®.” (more…)