The Daytona 500 is an annual NASCAR race held at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. The race is known as the 'Great American Race' and is the most prestigious event on the NASCAR calendar. Racers in the Daytona 500 compete in stockcars, which are specially designed cars that are built for speed and durability. Stockcars are powered by a V8 engine and feature aerodynamic designs to help them reach high speeds. The Daytona 500 is one of the most popular races in the world and attracts some of the best drivers in the sport.