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Video catches Florida driver breaking through barrier to jump SUV over rising drawbridge
A viral video shows a Florida driver breaking through a traffic barrier to jump their SUV over a rising drawbridge. The incident on Monday in Daytona Beach was caught on a security camera as the person in the gray SUV ran through the first traffic arm, jumped the bridge and then hit the second traffic …
Shots fired during Daytona Beach motel break in, deputies say
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Two people tried to break into a Motel 6 room overnight into Saturday and the occupant shot at them, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office. Volusia County Sheriff’s Office public information office Andrew Grant said in an email two people attempted to break into an occupied Motel 6 room in …
TicketSmarter becomes official ticket resale marketplace of World Wide Technology Raceway
World Wide Technology Raceway, the home of NASCAR, INDYCAR and NHRA racing in the St. Louis-Metro East region, today announced TicketSmarter as its official ticket resale marketplace partner. “We are excited to partner with World Wide Technology Raceway as an extension of our strategy to develop strong, mutually beneficial relationships that provide WWTR’s race fans …
2021 O’Reilly Auto Parts 253 odds: Breaking down opening odds for winner at Sunday’s Daytona road course race
The second NASCAR Cup Series race weekend of the year is approaching, and the second-ever O’Reilly Auto Parts 253 is set to take place on Sunday at Daytona International Speedway. The road race will follow this past Sunday’s Daytona 500. One driver already stands out as an overwhelming favorite. Let’s take a look at the …
Daytona 500 2021 winner: Michael McDowell wins the 63rd annual Daytona 500 in career-first
This is his fourteenth time racing in the Daytona 500 and his first ever win. “I just can’t believe it!” McDowell told Fox Sports after taking first place. “Such a great way to get a first victory in the Daytona 500! Are you kidding me!?” McDowell said he was grateful that he made it out …
Daytona 500 live updates: Drivers, lead changes, and crash updates from the Great American Race
The 2021 Daytona 500 is the 63rd running of the Great American Race at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla. The race will be broadcast on Fox and is streaming on fuboTV, with a seven-day free trial available. This year the race will look different than usual due to the coronavirus pandemic. Rather than …
Almirola, Dillon win Daytona Duels. Bowman’s Daytona 500 pole in jeopardy
What should have been a tune-up for the Daytona 500 might have cost Hendrick Motorsports the front row for NASCAR’s version of the Super Bowl. Alex Bowman and William Byron were slated to lead the Daytona 500 field to green but that’s in danger following Thursday night’s qualifying races. Bowman had an engine problem in …
Lenovo and Richard Childress Racing Announce Strategic Technology Partnership
Today Richard Childress Racing and Lenovo announced a strategic technology partnership. Lenovo will collaborate with the iconic NASCAR team to provide innovative technology products designed to transform motorsports. The global technology company will kick off the relationship with primary branding on the No. 8 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE driven by Tyler Reddick at this year’s …
Bad Luck Continues for Eckes at World Wide Technology Raceway
Christian Eckes was having another strong run Sunday at World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway, running in the second position early in the Final Stage when Sam Mayer made contact with him while trying to complete the pass for the runner-up spot. Shortly after, the Safelite Tundra suffered a flat tire and brushed the outside …
Ryan Newman crash update: Newman is ‘awake and speaking’ following wreck at Daytona 500
A wild ending to Monday’s 62nd running of the Daytona 500 featured a scary accident near the finish line that left Ryan Newman in serious condition. As Denny Hamlin celebrated his win in NASCAR’s marquee season-opening race, Newman was quickly transported to Halifax Medical Center. On Tuesday, Roush Fenway Racing said in a statement that …
