DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 15: Erik Jones, driver of the #43 GUNS N' ROSES Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

While watching the qualifying runs for the Daytona 500 this week I often wondered – what’s that? On more than one occasion I found myself wondering about the sponsor on a car. There’s a lot of cars racing NASCAR with some sponsors that quite frankly, I’ve never heard of. So let’s take a deep dive and educate ourselves about the sponsors of some of the cars. And then when you watch the Daytona 500 on Sunday you’ll look brilliant in front of friends and family. When you see a purple #99 car you can say “Oh yeah, that’s a bar in Nashville”. Everyone will think you’re a genius. And when you see the #8 3CHI.com car you’ll know if you enter that website into your phone the first thing that happens is a pop up that says “you must be 21 to enter this site”. Since I’m at work and I don’t care if I download questionable material on my work computer, I did the busy work for you.

And if you’re watching the race this weekend and don’t have a driver to root for – go with Ross Chastain. He’s from Alva, Florida and last year he pulled a racing move so dangerous they had to create a new rule to stop him from doing it again. Even if you didn’t like the move, you gotta admit, it was pretty bad ass.

So let’s take a lot at some of the obvious, and not so obvious sponsors of this year’s Daytona 500 cars. In order.

1. Ally
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Alex Bowman, driver of the #48 Ally Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Online banking.
2. Hendrick Cars
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Kyle Larson, driver of the #5 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Hendrick Automotive’s mission is to be the premier quality vehicle retailer in the world, providing the best opportunities for our team members, customers, communities, and the manufacturers we represent.
3. Pennzoil
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 16: Joey Logano, driver of the #22 Shell Pennzoil Ford, and crew celebrate in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Cup Series Bluegreen Vacations Duel #1 at Daytona International Speedway on February 16, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
Pennzoil is an American motor oil brand currently owned by Shell plc.
4. Smithfield
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Aric Almirola, driver of the #10 Smithfield Ford, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
The company is the largest pig and pork producer in the world. Yes, delicious ham.
5. Rheem
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Christopher Bell, driver of the #20 DeWalt/Rheem Toyota, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Water heaters, air conditioners, stuff like that.
6. Discount Tire
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Austin Cindric, driver of the #2 Discount Tire Ford, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
They sell tires and wheels. That one was pretty obvious. Moving on….
7. Menards
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Ryan Blaney, driver of the #12 Menards/Blue DEF/PEAK Ford, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Home Improvement store – like Lowe’s. If you’re in Sioux City Iowa, Menards is also the cheapest place to buy eggs.
8. Napa Auto Parts
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Chase Elliott, driver of the #9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Auto parts (it’s in the name).
9. Fastenal
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Chris Buescher, driver of the #17 Fastenal Ford, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Fasteners, tools, and supplies used in construction.
10. Nexlizet
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Brad Keselowski, driver of the #6 Nexlizet Ford, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
A cholesterol drug.
11. Loves
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Michael McDowell, driver of the #34 Love’s Travel Stops Ford, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Truck stops. It’s where I always stop for gas traveling up I75.
12. Celsius
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Corey LaJoie, driver of the #7 Celsius Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Fitness drink. A lot of people drink this pre-workout.
13. Busch Light
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Kevin Harvick, driver of the #4 Busch Light Ford, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Busch Light, the beer we drank in college. The Busch 401k thing is a contest.
14. gener8tor Skills
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Todd Gilliland, driver of the #38 gener8tor Skills Ford, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Rapid training for in-demand jobs.
15. McDonald's
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Bubba Wallace, driver of the #23 McDonald’s Toyota, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
I saw a recipe on Tik Tok for a Big Mac casserole. Looks delicious, but it also looks like you’ll need some Nexlizet when you’re done.
16. Bass Pro Shops
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Martin Truex Jr., driver of the #19 Bass Pro Shops Toyota, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Outdoor gear. But also known for idiots jumping into their fish tank and Santa.
17. Wellcare
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Zane Smith, driver of the #36 Wellcare Ford, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
They provide managed care services primarily through Medicaid, Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug plans for members across the United States.
18. Fed Ex
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Denny Hamlin, driver of the #11 FedEx 50 Toyota, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
When you have to send important stuff and don’t trust the post office.
19. Dex Imaging
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Harrison Burton, driver of the #21 Motorcraft/DEX Imaging Ford, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Printers and copiers. Based out of Tampa.
20. Haas Tooling
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Ryan Preece, driver of the #41 HaasTooling.com Ford, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
A machine cutting tool distributor.
21. Raptor
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: William Byron, driver of the #24 RaptorTough.com Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
A paint on protective coating for vehicles.
22. Wendy's
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Noah Gragson, driver of the #42 Wendy’s Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Delicious spicy nugs.
23. Advent Health
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Ross Chastain, driver of the #1 AdventHealth Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
A Seventh-day Adventist non-profit health care system headquartered in Altamonte Springs, Florida.
24. Tootsies Orchid Lounge
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Daniel Suarez, driver of the #99 Tootsies Orchid Lounge Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
A bar it Nashville.
25. Guns n' Roses
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Erik Jones, driver of the #43 GUNS N’ ROSES Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Yes, the band Guns n’ Roses.
26. Monster Energy Drink
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Tyler Reddick, driver of the #45 Monster Energy Toyota, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
An energy drink.
27. Bass Pro
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Austin Dillon, driver of the #3 Bass Pro Shops Club Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Another for Bass Pro. Do you get a discount for having two cars in the race? Like a Publix BOGO type thing?
28. Cirkul
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Justin Haley, driver of the #31 Cirkul Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
A water bottle system that uses flavor cartridges, called Sips, to enhance and flavor regular water. What?
29. Dyna gro Seed
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: AJ Allmendinger, driver of the #16 Nutrien Ag Solutions Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
They provide seeds to farmers. Like corn, wheat, and soybean and stuff. If you’ve never farmed you have no idea just how important seed selection is. Really.
30. Mahindra Tractors
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Chase Briscoe, driver of the #14 Mahindra Tractors Ford, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
They really put a tractor manufacturer right behind a seed car.
31.Cottonelle
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Ricky Stenhouse Jr., driver of the #47 Kroger/Cottonelle Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
I think you got this one.
32. Power Slap Rumble
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: BJ McLeod, driver of the #78 Power Slap Rumble Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
That’s the new sport where people stand across from each other and slap the hell out of the other person. Last one concussed wins.
33. Interstate Batteries
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Ty Gibbs, driver of the #54 Monster Energy/Interstate Batteries Toyota, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
They make really good batteries.
34. BitNile
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 16: Conor Daly, driver of the #50 BitNile.com Chevrolet, drives during the NASCAR Cup Series Bluegreen Vacations Duel #2 at Daytona International Speedway on February 16, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
A crypto mining company. Like Bitcoin and some others.
35. Biohaven
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Cody Ware, driver of the #51 Biohaven/Jacob Co. Ford, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
A pharmaceutical company that just got bought out by Pfizer.
36. 3Chi
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Kyle Busch, driver of the #8 3CHI Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
This is the name that started this article. “Science-based cannabis research.” They make that Delta 9 stuff you buy when you go down to Key West.
37. Ferris
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Ty Dillon, driver of the #77 Ferris Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Commercial mowers. You’ve probably seen one of the landscapers zooming around in one of their zero-turns.
38. Sunny D
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Riley Herbst, driver of the #15 SunnyD Ford,poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Always better than purple stuff it’s an orange drink developed in 1963 by Doric Foods of Mount Dora, Florida.
39. Carvana
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Jimmie Johnson, driver of the #84 Carvana Chevrolet, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
An online used car retailer. Carvana looks to be on the verge of bankruptcy, so Jimmie needs to cash those checks as soon as he gets them.
40. Black Rifle Coffee Company
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Travis Pastrana, driver of the #67 Black Rifle Coffee Toyota, poses on the track during qualifying for the Busch Light Pole at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2023 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
They’re a Veteran-founded coffee company serving premium coffee to people who love America.
Daytona 500 starting lineup
#48 – Alex Bowman

#5 – Kyle Larson

#22 – Joey Logano

#10 – Aric Almirola

#20 – Christopher Bell

#2 – Austin Cindric

#12 – Ryan Blaney

#9 – Chase Elliott

#17 – Chris Buescher

#6 – Brad Keselowski

#34 – Michael McDowell

#7 – Corey LaJoie

#4 – Kevin Harvick

#38 – Todd Gilliland

#23 – Bubba Wallace

#19 – Martin Truex Jr.

#36 – Zane Smith

#11 – Denny Hamlin

#21 – Harrison Burton

#41 – Ryan Preece

#24 – William Byron

#42 – Noah Gragson (R)

#1 – Ross Chastain

#99 – Daniel Suarez

#43 – Erik Jones

#45 – Tyler Reddick

#3 – Austin Dillon

#31 – Justin Haley

#16 – A.J. Allmendinger

#14 – Chase Briscoe

#47 – Ricky Stenhouse Jr.

#78 – B.J. McLeod

#54 – Ty Gibbs (R)

#50 – Conor Daly

#51 – Cody Ware

#8 – Kyle Busch

#77 – Ty Dillon

#15 – Riley Herbst

#84 – Jimmie Johnson

#67 – Travis Pastrana