Daytona International Speedway is set to undergo a significant technological upgrade with the installation of advanced LED lighting across its iconic 2 1/2-mile track.
The project aims to create “dynamic, visually engaging moments throughout race events.”
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In collaboration with Musco, the comprehensive system will illuminate mast poles around the oval and road course, as well as the infield and pit road. Emergency lights will also be LEDs, featuring accent lighting synchronized with caution lights.
This upgrade promises brighter, more consistent illumination, significantly improving visibility for competitors and race teams, enhancing the in-person fan experience, and elevating television broadcast quality.
NASCAR chief operating officer Ben Kennedy emphasized the investment’s importance.
Cars move during the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona International Speedway, Feb. 15, 2026, in Daytona Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/David Graham)
“The new LED lighting system at Daytona International Speedway underscores NASCAR’s continued commitment to reinvest in its facilities, enhancing the overall experience for fans attending events at Daytona as well as those watching around the world,” Kennedy stated.
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The initiative is also expected to reduce energy consumption by approximately 50%, supporting NASCAR’s goal of achieving net zero operating emissions by 2035.
This marks the first major renovation at Daytona since NASCAR’s $400 million “Daytona Rising” overhaul, with completion anticipated by January 2027.
