Sandwiched between the races are car shows, exhibitions, vehicle testing, and a variety of other heart-pounding events. And, if there's not a race going on when you visit, there are various interactive museums where you can put yourself in the pit and try to beat the best as you jack up a car, change tyres, and pump gas.
Or you can even get behind the wheel at the Daytona 500 Experience attraction and the Richard Petty Driving Experience.