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NASCAR Drivers Honor Military Ahead of 250th Celebration
3/12/2026
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- NASCAR drivers, including Ryan Preece, visited Naval Base Coronado on March 11, 2026, to promote a race weekend celebrating the nation's 250th birthday.
- NASCAR driver Ryan Preece described the experience as eye-opening.
- NASCAR drivers, including Christopher Bell, will spend time with Navy commands and display insignias on cars during the June 19–21, 2026 races.
- A separate group will return for a May 26 groundbreaking near military aircraft.
