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Shane Van Gisbergen promotes NASCAR to non-fans at Naval Base Coronado

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 8:16 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Shane Van Gisbergen promotes NASCAR to non-fans at Naval Base Coronado

Summary

Shane Van Gisbergen participated in an event at Naval Base Coronado on June 27, 2026, aimed at introducing NASCAR to non-fans. Having transitioned from Australian Supercars three years ago, he finds selling the sport easier due to his own journey as an outsider. His engagement with potential fans highlights NASCAR's efforts to broaden its appeal. Upcoming events may continue this outreach strategy.

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Key Details

•Shane Van Gisbergen attended an event at Naval Base Coronado.
•He has been in NASCAR for three years after leaving Australian Supercars.
•Van Gisbergen sees value in sharing his positive experiences as a new fan.
•Event aimed at promoting NASCAR to a wider audience.

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8:16 PMMotorsport.com — Shane Van Gisbergen says it's easy for him to sell NASCAR to non-fans

What they're saying

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Shane Van Gisbergen has found it really easy to sell NASCAR to outsiders because he used to be one too and he’s really enjoyed learning this world himself over the past three years since making the jump from Australian Supercars. In some ways, it makes him the perfect ambassador when talking to non-fans at novelty events like last weekend at Naval Base Coronado, that NASCAR said was attended ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com

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