Several driver appearances Friday will allow local fans — and visitors — a chance to meet some current NASCAR stars, including a few who will be among the championship favorites when the playoffs start next week.
Just hours ahead of qualifying and a day before the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona, four members of the “Coca Cola Racing Family,” including the reigning Cup Series champ, are part of the meet-and-greet lineup, as is another recent champ.
First, the Coca-Cola-sponsored drivers …
Denny Hamlin
When: 10:30 a.m. to noon.
Where: Ormond Beach Walmart – 1521 W. Granada Blvd.
Note: First 150 people in line will receive wristbands that make them eligible for an autograph (one per person).
Joey Logano
When: Noon to 1:30.
Where: Daytona Beach Walmart — 1101 Beville Rd.
Note: Same details as above.
Austin Dillon
When: 1-2:30 p.m.
Where: Daytona Beach Wawa — 1900 W. International Speedway Blvd.
Note: Same as above.
Daniel Suarez
When: 2:30-4 p.m.
Where: Port Orange Walmart — 1590 Dunlawton Blvd.
Note: Same as above.
Also, meet Ryan Blaney at the auto parts store
When: 1 p.m.
Where: Advance Auto Parts — 2220 W. International Speedway Blvd.
Note: The No. 12 show-car will also be there, along with food, games, music and a racing simulator.