For the first time in history, the pace car for the Daytona 500 will be a non-GM, Ford or Chrysler vehicle. The 2012 Daytona 500 pace car will be a Toyota Camry SE.
According to TheWeeklyDriver.com, “The Camry Pace Car is based a 2012 Camry SE, which features a 268 horsepower V6. It is specially equipped with Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymetric tires mounted on BBS RS 8.5 x 19 wheels, a StopTech Big Brake Kit, TRD custom stainless steel exhaust and Tein adjustable suspension. Safety equipment includes a roll cage, four-point Simpson racing seat belts, Whelen LFL Liberty LED lightbar, and an on-board fire extinguisher.”
The 2012 Daytona 500 hopefully will not be similar to the 2011 race in terms of seeing the two-car draft, although NASCAR official understand that fans are unlikely to fall in love with that racing style.
The two-car racing is a novelty that has worn out its welcome with most NASCAR fans.
We will have to wait and see but either way, the Daytona 500 is a symbolic race that NASCAR season has begun and it is a great way to break out of the winter doldrums with a trip to sunny Daytona, FL for fans outside the area.
For 2012 Daytona 500 tickets and information, head over to SelectATicket.com and find yourself some great seats for a great American race!
