NASCAR drivers prepare for unpredictable Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 9:06 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

The Coke Zero Sugar 400 is set for Saturday at Daytona International Speedway as NASCAR implements a new superspeedway package. Changes include a reduction of the rear spoiler from 7 inches to 4, decreasing horsepower from 510 to 465. These adjustments aim to promote passing and lessen fuel-saving strategies. Drivers, including Daniel Suarez and Carson Hocevar, express uncertainty about how these changes will affect racing dynamics, especially with no practice sessions before the event. Qualifying will take place on Friday, with the race commencing at 7:30 p.m.
- •NASCAR unveils updated rules for Daytona's superspeedway race.
- •Rear spoiler height reduced and horsepower decreased for increased speed.
- •No practice sessions prior to the race on Saturday.
- •Qualifying scheduled for Friday ahead of the main event.
- 9:06 AMYahoo Sports — NASCAR's new Daytona package has drivers guessing ahead of Coke Zero Sugar 400
"NASCAR changed its superspeedway package for the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway. Here's what that means.
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