'Start your engines!' President Trump revs up Daytona 500 crowd, does historic lap in presidential limo
Trump and first lady Melania Trump addressed the 100,000-seat racetrack at Florida’s Daytona International Speedway ahead of the race he called "pure American glory."
Racing fans wait in long lines to see president, Daytona 500
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President Trump arrives in Central Florida for Daytona 500
Air Force One landed just after 1:00 p.m. -- ahead of the race which starts at 2:30 p.m.
Attending the Daytona 500? Where to buy tickets, road closures, parking, and more you need to know
If you are one of the tens of thousands going to the Speedway to watch the race that day, you will want to make sure you have your ticket, that you know where to park, and that you plan accordingly as traffic will be heavily congested.
Good Day Orlando at the track: Gearing up for the Daytona 500
Pre-race coverage begins at 1 p.m. Sunday on FOX 35 followed by the race at 2:30 p.m.
62nd Daytona 500 will welcome in massive crowds, including President Trump, on Sunday
The 62nd annual Daytona 500 will take place Sunday at the Daytona International Speedway.
Daytona 500: A rich, storied history on the Fun Coast
Daytona Beach became the unofficial “Birthplace of Speed” in 1903 when two men argued over who had the fastest horseless carriage and decided things in a race on the white, hardpacked sand along the Atlantic Ocean.
Daytona 500 purse in high gear, topping $23 million
The Daytona 500 purse grew steadily since the race’s inception in 1959. Lee Petty took home nearly $20,000 for winning the inaugural “Great American Race.”
Trump's Daytona 500 appearance could include lap in presidential limo
Trump is reportedly planning to take a lap in the presidential car known as "The Beast."
Thunderbirds practice, fans get hyped ahead of Daytona 500
NASCAR fans from all over the country are getting ready for the ‘Great American Race.
President Trump looks to rev up his base at Daytona 500
This year, Trump will serve as grand marshal and give the command for drivers to start their engines.
More than 100,000 racing fans expected to pack stands for Daytona 500
Pre-race coverage begins at 1 p.m. Sunday on FOX 35 followed by the race at 2:30 p.m.
NASCAR renames championship trophy after France family
The renaming is a tribute to Bill France Sr, who founded NASCAR in 1947, as well as his son, Bill France Jr., who elevated the sport to national prominence as chairman from 1972 to 2003.