This year, summer vacation is going to be a little different for fans of NASCAR. Gone are the days of pulling off the highway to go to the beach. With summer coming, people are looking for ways to stay connected to their favorite sports and racing in particular. As a result, many of them are turning to online tools and mobile applications to keep up with the action wherever they may be.
Let’s examine some of the more popular options for following NASCAR this summer:
Watch NASCAR Races Online
It’s the best of both worlds for NASCAR fans. On the one hand, they get to enjoy the perks of being a member of the club (assuming they are a member of the NASCAR club) – including being able to follow the races online. On the other hand, they get to do it from the comforts of their home. Why go to the beach when you can go to the race track?
Of course, not all mobile applications and online tools are created equal. Some are better than others when it comes to following NASCAR. Here are some of the best tools that you can use to watch races online:
LiveStream NASCAR Races Online
This year, for the first time ever, every NASCAR race will be streamed live online. The season will kick off in February with the Daytona 500, which will be streamed live on ESPN.com. That means that instead of just following the action via social media, you’ll get to see every single pit stop, every single green flag period and every single lap of every single race. No clacking on the refresh button necessary.
It’s the best of both worlds for NASCAR fans. They get to enjoy the perks of being a member of the club (assuming they are a member of the NASCAR club) – including being able to follow the races online. On the other hand, they get to do it from the comforts of their home. Why go to the beach when you can go to the race track?
Follow The NASCAR Chatter On Social Media
As exciting as the races are, they aren’t the only events that NASCAR fans need to keep up with this summer. Just like when the season starts in February, the off-season in summer is a time for drivers and teams to meet and greet the press, talk about the upcoming season and generally get in some last-minute prep work. You’ll want to follow the chatter on social media to get an idea of what’s going on.
If you’re looking for a way to keep up with all of the off-season activity, you can do so by following the social media accounts of the drivers, teams and organization in NASCAR. You’ll get to hear all of the rumors, see all of the highlights, watch all of the unpublicized practices and weigh in on the action with your own thoughts.
Get Up Close And Personal With The Athletes
One of the best things that NASCAR has going for it is the athletes that wear the blue and yellow. They’re a talented group that you’ll want to get up close and personal with. You can do so by signing up for an autograph session or having a picture taken with them. Just remember that in the off-season, more than 30 athletes in NASCAR will sign your jersey or your hat. If you want to get up close to some of the top drivers in NASCAR, you can do so at the following locations:
Daytona Beach
One of the premier NASCAR stops is the Daytona Beach Speedway. If you’ve never been there, it’s worth a visit. There are a lot of great walking tours that you can take around the track, which is the best in the world. If you want to get up close and personal with some of the top drivers in NASCAR, you can do so at the following locations:
Florida International Motor Speedway
The Florida International Motorspeedway, which is a few miles outside of Miami, is another great place to get up close and personal with some of the NASCAR athletes. Although the facility is most known for its excellent car collection, there are actually some great tours that you can take around the track. There is even an option where you get to sit in the drivers’ seat and take over the steering wheel. Just remember that tickets for the walking tours are usually highly prized possessions among fans, so plan your visit well in advance if you want to take advantage of this opportunity.
The above locations are just a small sample of the places where you can get up close and personal with some of the top NASCAR drivers and staff. With these options, you’ll never be far from the action, no matter where you are. No matter if you’re in the middle of a vacation or a long layover at the airport, you can always find something fun to do in sports. Just make sure that you keep an eye on the weather, as the heat can be treacherous. Regardless, it’s a great life experience that you’re sure to enjoy. All you need is a television and a WiFi connection. Get out there and have some fun!