NASCAR News: Mexico Series debuts in Panama

NASCAR Mexico Series is ready to make history with its first scoring race in Central America. Panama is preparing to host an unprecedented event that will mark a new chapter in the development of regional motorsport.

The event will be on Saturday, September 13 at the Autódromo Panama, with the participation of both divisions of the series: NASCAR Mexico and Challenge Series.

This debut in Panamanian lands not only expands the geographical presence of the series, but reflects the growing interest in motorsports in Latin America. The event represents an important step for the region, positioning Panama as a new competitive destination on the international racing calendar.

Panamanian fans will be able to experience the excitement of stock car competitions in their country. The cars are specially designed for the NASCAR Mexico Series, equipped with 350 cubic inch engines and 400 horsepower, capable of exceeding 250 km/h in some sectors of the Autodromo Panama track.

NASCAR Mexico Series is part of NASCAR International, along with the Canada, Europe and Brazil divisions. The Mexican series is organized by Jimmy Morales S.A. de C.V., a company with more than 33 years of experience in the organization of competitions and manufacture of race cars.

The event in Panama is possible thanks to the collaboration with OPEMSA Panama Inc., a local promoter and operator specialized in motorsports. This alliance aims to strengthen the motorsports landscape in Central America, while boosting tourism and positioning Panama as a high-level venue within the NASCAR global calendar.

Both categories, NASCAR Mexico and Challenge Series, feature identical cars in design and specifications, driven by highly qualified drivers, many of them with international careers.

From the ranks of the NASCAR Mexico Series have emerged talents such as Daniel Suárez, current NASCAR Cup Series driver and the first foreigner to win a NASCAR national championship in the United States. Also noteworthy are emerging figures such as Andrés Pérez de Lara, who currently competes in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, and drivers such as Regina Sirvent and Eloy Sebastián, participants in the NASCAR Drive for Diversity program.

The Autódromo Panamá is a venue designed specifically for automobile competitions. It has a 2.5-kilometer-long circuit and a 400-meter main straight. Its main grandstand has three levels with general areas, commercial premises, recreational spaces and all the necessary services for the public. Upper levels include private boxes, terraces, lounges, and restaurants.

The pit building has two levels: on the ground floor there are 21 boxes for teams, and on the upper floor there are 10 private boxes, two lounges and a central café-restaurant, all with full services for both teams and attendees.

Ticket sales will be announced soon. For more information, visit www.nascar.mx and follow NASCAR Mexico Series on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.