Advance Auto Parts named entitlement sponsor for The Clash at Daytona
The Advance Auto Parts Clash at Daytona will kick off the 2017 NASCAR season on February 18th with a 75-lap exhibition race.
Jimmie Johnson, Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet and Matt Kenseth, Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota; Austin Dillon, Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet; Jamie McMurray, Chip Ganassi Racing Chevrolet; Joey Logano, Team Penske Ford; Martin Truex Jr., Furniture Row Racing Toyota and Paul Menard, Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet
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The event, which was first held since 1979, has served as prelude to NASCAR's largest event - The Daytona 500.
“The Clash was a classic race name, one that truly resonated with our fans,” said Daytona International Speedway President Chip Wile in a release. “It evokes the rich history of both NASCAR and our facility. We are honored to have Advance Auto Parts – a company that resonates with our current fans – join us as we bring the name back to our Speedweeks schedule. We’re coming full-circle for this event, honoring our past while also looking to the future.”
The 75-lapper will be split into two segments with a mandatory caution at Lap 25. Along with its sponsorship of the race, Advance Auto has also been named the Official Auto Parts Store of Daytona International Speedway.
"Advance Auto Parts is proud partner with Daytona International Speedway to kick off the 2017 NASCAR season," said Advance Auto Parts Marketing and Sponsorships Manager Matt Davis. "Daytona is the birthplace of NASCAR and we couldn’t be more excited to be the official auto parts of Daytona International Speedway and entitlement sponsor of the Advance Auto Parts Clash."
A total of 20 drivers are eligible to participate in the race, but two (Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Tony Stewart) will not. The field is highlighted by newly crowned seven-time MENCS champion Jimmie Johnson. CLICK HERE for the full eligibility list.
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