In addition to NASCAR, the track also hosts ARCA, AMA Superbike, USCC, SCCA, and Motocross races.

The track was built in 1959 by NASCAR founder William "Bill" France, Sr. to host racing held at the former Daytona Beach Road Course.

The project, named "Daytona Rising", was completed in January 2016, at a cost of US $400 million, placing emphasis on improving fan experience with five expanded and redesigned fan entrances (called "injectors") as well as wider and more comfortable seating with more restrooms and concession stands.

Kevin Harvick was awarded the pole for the race as determined by a new formula that NASCAR officials announced on August 6.

Kaz Grala replaced Austin Dillon, who was medically disqualified by NASCAR after a positive virus test.

Rick Allen, Jeff Burton, Steve Letarte and four-time Daytona winner Dale Earnhardt Jr. covered the race from the booth at Charlotte Motor Speedway.