ABOUT US
The history of Daytona International Speedway began in 1953 when Bill France Sr. realized the days of racing on the beach were numbered due to spreading land usage of a rapidly growing population and huge race crowds. France put his plans for the future of racing in Daytona Beach, Florida in motion on April 4, 1953 with a proposal to construct a permanent speedway facility. On August 16, 1954, France signed a contract with City of Daytona Beach and Volusia County officials to build what would become Daytona International Speedway, the "World Center of Racing." In 1957, land clearing began for the Speedway. The famous 31-degree highbanks were included in the design of the track so higher speeds could be achieved and to make it easier for fans to see the cars race around the 2.5-mile tri-oval. The dirt for the banking was taken from the infield and resulted in a 29-acre space that is known as Lake Lloyd.
Racing moved from the beach-road course to Daytona International Speedway in 1959 and the first DAYTONA 500 took place on February 22 in front of a crowd of over 41,000. Car entries included both hard tops and convertibles (it was the only DAYTONA 500 that included convertibles). The finish of the inaugural DAYTONA 500 was too close to call. Johnny Beauchamp went to Victory Lane, but 61 hours later Lee Petty was declared the official winner after a clip of newsreel footage showed that Petty nipped Beauchamp at the line by approximately two feet.
In 1961, the DAYTONA 200 motorcycle race was moved from the beach to the Speedway. The following year, DIS hosted the inaugural running of what is now known as the Rolex 24 At DAYTONA, North America’s most prestigious sports car race. The race was initially a three-hour race and became the 24-hour race we know it as today in 1966.
On July 5, 2013, ground broke on the $400 million DAYTONA Rising frontstretch renovation project that would transform the historic speedway into a state-of-the-art motorsports facility. The Speedway now has approximately 101,500 permanent, wider and more comfortable seats, 40 escalators, 17 elevators, twice as many restrooms, three times as many concession stands and three concourse levels that span the nearly mile-long frontstretch. In addition, the Speedway features over 60 luxury suites with trackside views and a completely revamped hospitality experience for corporate guests. The projected was completed in January 2016 and was awarded the SportsBusiness Journal’s prestigious Sports Business Award for Sports Facility of the Year.
The approximately 500-acre motorsports complex boasts the most diverse schedule of racing on the globe. In addition to at least nine major event weekends, the Speedway grounds are also used extensively for events that include concerts, civic and social gatherings, car shows, photo shoots, production vehicle testing and police motorcycle training. In addition, Daytona International Speedway showcases daily track tours and is home to the champion DAYTONA 500 car and the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America.
TRACK HISTORY
DAYTONA 500 CHAMPIONS
PARTNER INJECTORS
As the exclusive healthcare provider of Daytona International Speedway, AdventHealth serves the community wherever they live, work and play. The injector is built upon the principle of CREATION Health, an eight-principle acronym that defines the way AdventHealth provides Whole Person Care to include mind, body and spirit. Encounter healthcare in an unexpected way!
Features include:
- AdventHealth Raceday Experience
- AdventHealth Canopy
- AdventHealth Mist Wall & Waterfall
- AdventHealth Walking Trail
Seating Sections:
- 171 - 184
- 379 - 395
- 479 - 495

At the heart of Daytona International Speedway lies the Axalta Injector. With the hub of Midway activity happening just outside, the inside of the injector features spectacular sightlines overlooking the start/finish line and premier merchandise areas, concession stands and Bud Light and Budweiser Bars.
Features include:
- World Center of Racing neighborhood
- Start/Finish Line
- Replica Dale Earnhardt Jr. No. 88 Axalta Chevrolet Camaro
- Replica William Byron No. 24 Axalta Chevrolet Camaro
- "We Coat It" Displays
- Race Helmet Selfie Station
Seating Sections:
- 136-156
- 340-362
- 440-444
- 458-462

Chevrolet has won more races at Daytona International Speedway than any other manufacturer. The Chevrolet Injector celebrates the brand’s winning tradition at DAYTONA since 1959, and is your gateway to on-track excitement. Chevrolet’s newest, most technically advanced and highest performance models are on display throughout the injector floors.
Features include:
- All-new Chevrolet models
- Busch Beer Can Racecar
- Hanging Checkered Flag
Seating Sections:
- 157-170
- 363-378
- 463-478

Sunoco, the Official Fuel of NASCAR since 2004, has its injector positioned at the Turn 4 end of the venue. A celebration of Sunoco’s rich history within motorsports, there are many things to see and do within the Sunoco Injector, enhancing the race day experience for all fans.
Features include:
- The World’s Largest Sunoco Diamond
- Interactive Sunoco Fuel Tankers
- Sunoco’s Kinetic Checkered Flag
- Legend’s Row – DAYTONA Champion Banners
- 1969 24 Hours of Daytona Winner Mural
Seating Sections:
- 108-121
- 308-325
- 408-425

Filled with Toyota interactive activities, vehicles and displays, the Toyota injector features more than 166,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor activation space. The largest Toyota logo in the U.S., at 29.5 feet wide, 19 feet tall, is mounted more than 100 feet in the air at the entrance.
Features include:
- Hall of Drivers Hanging Car Display
- Space Shuttle Endeavour
- Toyota Riding Experience
- The Toyota Roadhouse
Seating Sections:
- 122-135
- 326-339
- 426-439
