Driver Scott Speed joined NASCAR in 2008, after cutting his teeth in Formula One racing in Europe.
Scott Speed was involved in a huge 10 car crash at the 2009 Daytona 500 during lap 124. The crash was instigated by Dale Earnhardt Jr. attempting to pass Brian Vickers. When Vickers blocked Earnhardt, and attempted to move back into position, Earnhardt caught the back of Vickers and triggered a major crash.
Quotes
"Imprudently honest and incongruously fashion forward, he's raced from success to success during his first forays not only on ovals but also in closed-wheel cars." — Automobile Magazine
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Fast Facts
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Born
January 24, 1983
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Birthplace
Manteca, California
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Height
5' 9"
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Weight
152 pounds
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Fact:
Drives a Toyota Camry
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Sponsored by
Red Bull
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Fact:
Drives car number 82
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NASCAR rookie Year
2008
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Fact:
Started in Formula One racing
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2008 standing
Ranked 55
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Fact:
Up for Rookie of the Year for 2008
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Fact:
Starting in 38th position for Daytona 500
