As NASCAR continues its western swing in Phoenix, the sport’s personalities can find themselves with a little more time on their hands amid all the travel.
Some sponsors enjoy their name on the car, while others, like United Rentals, want to see their name on the cars and both races. Those logos are seen by fans all weekend, but the real social media engagement comes midweek as racers post entertaining content and giveaways
Drivers are constantly asked by their sponsors to do more than just carry a paint scheme, but a simple shoutout can be boring. So these drivers – and Michael Waltrip – have a little fun with their sponsors.
Michael Waltrip
If you haven’t entered the @EchoPark Pace the Pace Car contact you should. It’s going to be fun! @COTA #WinACar #RideWithMe #ilookLike@kennywallace pic.twitter.com/YvZA6fWogo
— Michael Waltrip (@MW55) March 9, 2023
If you want to ride with Michael Waltrip, here’s your chance via EchoPark.
Michael McDowell
Less fun, but still an impactful tie from driver to sponsor, McDowell shares a tribute to the late founder of Love’s Travel Stops.
We celebrate you Tom, a true servant leader – a person of class, grace and humility. Thank you for your vision and the legacy you've left.
— Love's Travel Stops (@LovesTravelStop) March 9, 2023
We're proud to stand on the foundation you've built.
❤️ The employees of the Love's Family of Companies pic.twitter.com/PEwCku3aVV
Kyle Busch
KFB has been practicing his acting skills on wife Samantha’s TikTok in the offseason. He puts the chops to use with Cheddar’s.
Who else is going to @cheddarskitchen this weekend in PHX? 🙋🏻♂️ pic.twitter.com/rPNIAzn1H8
— Kyle Busch (@KyleBusch) March 9, 2023
Josh Berry, Dale Earnhardt Jr.
While Berry fills in for Chase Elliott in Cup, he still has Xfinity duties driving for Dale Jr. The two are working hard to provide more value for sponsor, Tire Pros.
Let's face it: @DaleJr and @joshberry need new material. Reply below with your favorite dad joke for a chance to have it featured in our next video! pic.twitter.com/GSrnm5uROe
— Tire Pros (@tirepros) March 9, 2023
Ross Chastain
Chastain’s sponsor WorldWide Express wants to give back and The Melon Man is happy to promote their effort in the community.
When we win, so do kids and families 💙🖤@WWEXRacing and the WWEX brands will supercharge communities with donations every time our @NASCAR drivers succeed:
— WWEX Racing (@WWEXRacing) March 7, 2023
🏎️ $10 per lap led
🏁 $250 per stage win
🏆 $2,500 per race win
Learn more about our charities at the link in our bio. pic.twitter.com/YhFhmkfmgT
Kevin Harvick
A popular Harvick sponsor, Hunt Brothers Pizza, likes giving away tasty prizes. “The Closer” gave a way a father-son autograph package themed in green.
It's a good week to launch a giveaway and what's better than @hbpizza items autographed by @KeelanHarvick and myself!!
— Kevin Harvick (@KevinHarvick) March 8, 2023
Enter -> https://t.co/qiJ8Uz0H40 pic.twitter.com/6NpIeAlayP
Joe Gibbs Racing
All of Joe Gibbs Racing shared some Interstate Batteries nostalgia.
Introducing #TeamInterstate, throwback style 😎 What races are you going to this season? Drop a comment! @JoeGibbsRacing pic.twitter.com/Qoaghtrm2a
— Interstate Batteries (@interstatebatts) March 6, 2023
Ryan Blaney
YRB subtly drew on Spotify to engage with fans by creating a playlist for the ride to Phoenix.
We are #OnTheRoad to @phoenixraceway and every Road Trip needs a good playlist, so help us fill it here: https://t.co/gcx6eEAzDd and make sure to share our #postcard pic.twitter.com/jzurwpeqNm
— Ryan Blaney (@Blaney) March 9, 2023
Ricky Stenhouse Jr.
The Daytona 500 winner had a suggestion for Blaney’s playlist.
Can’t wait for this one…. PS it’s good!!! https://t.co/4adublTFA4
— Ricky Stenhouse Jr. (@StenhouseJr) March 8, 2023
Paint schemes can be cool, but seeing drivers have fun with their sponsors and fans can engage an otherwise mundane midweek lull.