NASCAR announces that Daniel Suarez will race for the Cup Series in 2021. The Mexican-born driver will join Trackhouse Racing, which has been formed by Justin Marks, a former NASCAR driver who also co-owned the K&N Pro Series West team. The team will operate under a technical alliance with Richard Childress Racing, and will be powered by ECR engines. The team will also operate from the Richard Childress Racing shop located in Welcome, North Carolina.
Suarez is fifth NASCAR driver from outside the USA to win at NASCAR’s highest level.
Daniel Suarez was raised in Monterrey Mexico and first became involved in motorsports as a teenager. After starting karting as a hobby with his family, he fell in love racing. He became obsessed with the sport, and began to train full-time. Soon, he was a two-time Mexican national karting champion. He was a competitor in the RotaxMAX Challenge Grand finals in 2004, as well as in an Italy competition.
He is the first Mexican-born driver to win a Cup Series race
Daniel Suarez, a Mexican driver, became the first Mexican to win a NASCAR Cup Series Race at Sonoma Raceway. Only 30 years old, he led 47 laps of the field. Suarez's victory in Cup Series marks his first win and makes him fifth foreign-born driver to win the series. Manuel, his father is Mexican.
He has raced in four Cup Series teams.
Daniel Suarez from Mexico is the sixth season of competition in NASCAR’s most prestigious series. He is the first Mexican-born winner in a Cup Series race. The 30-year old is a graduate from NASCAR's Drive for Diversity program and has raced previously in the Xfinity Series as well as the K&N Pro Series East.
In six years, he's won 10 races
Daniel Suarez is a NASCAR legend, having won 10 races since his move from Mexico to the USA. In 2014, he won two Pro Series East races and a race at the infamous Battle at the Beach. He led 119 of 150 laps to win the event. JGR was impressed with his performance. Daniel Suarez signed a contract with JGR this season, an established NASCAR-team.
Trackhouse has provided a home for him
After years of jumping from team to team, Daniel Suarez has finally found a home with Trackhouse Racing. The driver is currently negotiating a contract with the new sports and entertainment company, which is supported by Pitbull (a Grammy-winning rapper). Suarez indicated that he is happy at Trackhouse, and that he would like to extend his contract despite the uncertain future.
FAQ
Which country has the most car races?
USA - There are more than 100 countries that hold car races. USA holds more than 300 car racing events each year.
How fast can a racecar accelerate?
The acceleration speed of a race car varies depending upon its weight.
For example, a lighter car will accelerate more quickly than one that is heavier.
What is the difference between a road car and a racing car?
A road car is designed to be driven on public roads. Race cars are specifically designed for competitions like car racing. They feature aerodynamic features which allow them to brake and accelerate quickly.
How do race car drivers prepare themselves for a race?
Most race car drivers spend their time warming up prior to a race.
This is when they run their engines over a specified time.
When they're ready they can begin the race.
How much does it cost to enter a race?
This depends on the event. There are some events that charge entry fees and others that don't.
Some events require payment before entry. Others will let you in free of charge.
What makes a race car driver use these cars?
Engines usually power modern-day racing cars. These engines are identical to those that power passenger vehicles.
They run on compressed air, and not petrol.
Statistics
- Acceleration is a little gentler (relatively speaking) too, with 0-100km/h taking an estimated 3.1 seconds and 0-200km/h covered in 7.8 seconds. (autosport.com)
- This change may give an improvement of up to 29% fuel efficiency. (en.wikipedia.org)
- According to thepostgame.com, “The Daytona 500 is one of four ‘restrictor plate' races on NASCAR's calendar, given both safety and competitive concerns for the long track and its famous 31-degree banking in its four corners.” (defensivedriving.com)
- Forget the 200-mph battles of the late 1980s; no one, not even McLaren itself, predicted the inimitable F1 would go as fast as it did. (motortrend.com)
- Petty has won 200 NASCAR Cup Series races, a likely unbreakable record, along with a series record seven Cup championships. (frontstretch.com)
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How to start racing abroad
First, you need to locate a local club that allows you to practice and compete. Due to the differences in driving laws, racing in other countries can prove very challenging. For example, some countries don't allow drivers to overtake at any point on the road. Other countries permit overtaking only when you enter a roundabout. Some countries require vehicles to make a distinct sound when they enter a roundabout. Researching the regulations in each country is the best way to make sure you are safe when traveling abroad. This will ensure that you don't get ticketed by the police for breaking any laws.