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Todd Gilliland named top scheme for paint jobs at Daytona

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 3:15 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Todd Gilliland named top scheme for paint jobs at Daytona

Summary

As NASCAR teams prepare for the race at Daytona, a review of the week's paint schemes has been published. Todd Gilliland's No. 34 Grillo's Pickles Ford has been awarded 'Sam’s Scheme of the Week' for its standout design. Notable mentions include William Byron's No. 24 Raptor Chevrolet and Ross Chastain's No. 1 Wendy’s Watermelon Lemonade Chevrolet. The review also criticized Joey Gase’s No. 44 NFPA Chevrolet for its odd color scheme. The article highlights the creativity involved in the designs while enhancing fan engagement as the regular season wraps up.

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By the Numbers

•Todd Gilliland wins 'Sam’s Scheme of the Week' for his pickle-themed car.
•William Byron features a classic design with red and blue flames on his Chevrolet.
•Joey Gase earns 'Worst Scheme of the Week' for an unappealing color choice.
•Ross Chastain's scheme brings back the watermelon theme, a fan favorite.
•This week's paint scheme reviews come as the regular NASCAR season concludes.

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3:15 PMYahoo Sports — Sam’s Schemes: Previewing the Best (and Worst) Paint Schemes at Daytona

What they're saying

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There’s no time like the last week of the regular season to begin a paint scheme review series, yet here we are. In this story, I will break down the week’s best and worst paint jobs in the NASCAR Cup Series. “Did They Wrap This in the Dark?” Award (Worst Scheme of the Week): Joey…
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