The AMP Energy 500 is part of the NASCAR Sprint Cup held at Talladega Superspeedway in Talladega, Alabama. It has been held annually since 1969. It is a 188 laps-event, with a total distance of 500.08 miles (804.8 km) to be completed.http://www.sportstravel.com/nascar/amp-energy-500.php
Background
The AMP Energy 500 was formerly known as the UAW Ford 500. This race is one of the four restrictor plate races in NASCAR which means reduced speed for the drivers. The strategic skills and driving skills of the drivers are checked here and needed to win the race.
The competition is sponsored by PepsiCo and the 2008 winner was Tony Stewart.
