The 2019 Silverado to Make Daytona 500 History

MT. PLEASANT, Mich -- The 2019 Silverado is set to make Daytona 500 history this year, by becoming the first truck to pace the Great American Race. The pacer truck will be driven by Dale Earnhardt Jr., a driver who is familiar with leading the pack, having won the Dayona 500 twice, among numerous other racing accomplishments. 

Chevrolet has paced the Daytona 500 12 times, 7 with the Camaro and 5 with the Corvette, but, in the words of Jim Campbell, Chevrolet U.S. vice president of Performance Vehicles and Motorsports, the company is beyond thrilled to "have Dale lead the field to green in the strongest, most advanced Silverado ever.". He went on to say "Dale Earnhardt Jr. was the perfect choice to pace the race because of his enthusiasm for the sport, his long history with Chevrolet and his love of trucks.". 

Chevrolet isn't the only one looking forward to this history-making venture, Dale said "I've had a lot of fun and success at Daytona over the years, and now I can't wait to get out that track in a Silverado...away from the track I've driven Chevy trucks all my life, and I'm excited to have this unique experience of pacing the Daytona 500 with the Silverado.". 

The Silverado pace truck is powered by a production 6.2L V-8 engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, delivering 420 HP and a 460 Lb-Ft of torque. 

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Chevrolet Powering Fernando Alonso in 2019 Indy 500

MT. PLEASANT, Mich -- Two time Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso is competing in the 2019 Indianapolis 500 in a McLaren Racing entry powered by the beastly Chevrolet 2.2-liter twin-turbocharged, direct-injected V6 IndyCar engine. Chevrolet and McLaren have a storied past together in the IndyCar series competition and staff and fans alike are excited to see these two partnered once again, Zak Brown the chief executive of McLaren racing said "Like McLaren, Chevrolet has racing in its heart. The company's reputation in IndyCar and at this special race is first-class and we will be powerful partners."

 Alonso, while a controversial public figure, has quite the list of achievements under his belt, he won F1 championships in 2005 and 2006, and is in 6th place of all time in the series with 32 victories and 97 podium finishes. Earlier this year he won the 24 Hours of Le Mans, making him one of only 13 drivers to win two legs of the Triple Crown of Motorsports (Monaco, 24 Hours of Le Mans, and the Indianapolis 500). If he claims victory in the 2019 Indy 500, he'll become the second driver in history to complete the treasured triumvirate. 

Jim Campbell, Chevrolet U.S. vice president of Performance Vehicles and Motorsports endorsed the Fernando/Chevrolet team-up by saying "It's exciting to partner with Fernando Alonso...he brings incredible driving talent and a passion for the sport. When Fernando is on the track, it's electric. He generates excitement among fans everywhere". 

The 2019 Indianapolis 500 is scheduled for Sunday May 26, 2019 with practice beginning on Tuesday, May 14. Tickets are on sale now at IMS.com and the IMS ticket office. 

Are you excited for the Indy 500 yet? Do you think Alonso will pull off a win and become the second race driver in history to claim the Triple Crown of Motorsports? Comment and let us know. We love hearing from you!

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