History of the Daytona 500 This article documents historical records, statistics, and race recaps of the Daytona 500, held annually at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida.

The inaugural Daytona 500 was held in 1959 coinciding with the opening of the speedway and since 1982, it has been the season-opening race of the Cup series. [1] The Daytona 500 is …

In the 67 editions of the Daytona 500 that have occurred as of the 2025 race, 43 different drivers have won. [13] The winner of the first race was Lee Petty in 1959, and the most recent victor …

In HSR, the cars are the stars, and spectators are treated to prior winners of great events such as the 12 Hours of Sebring, 24 Hours of Le Mans and 24 Hours of Daytona. This holiday season, …

As the 2025 race and the start of the NASCAR season approaches, we’re celebrating its legacy with a 25-day countdown, reliving the top moments that have defined this iconic event.

The Daytona 500 is a 500-mile NASCAR Cup Series race held annually at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. As one of two Cup races at Daytona, it's a prominent …

Feb 15, 2025 · The Daytona 500 is a NASCAR Cup Series race held annually at Daytona International Speedway. The Daytona 500 is known for its high speeds, close finishes and …

Feb 16, 2025 · The first 500-mile event in Daytona happened in 1959. Two year later, the Daytona 500 moniker was adopted and is now considered one of racing’s most well-known events.

From the thunderous Ford Fairlane of 1967 to the aerodynamic Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 of 2025 — witness the full evolution of Daytona 500 champions.66 years of s...

How long does the Daytona 500 last? The race covers 500 miles over 200 laps, typically lasting between 3 to 4 hours, depending on track conditions and race incidents.