Aflac Debuts the Latest Addition to Its NASCAR Flock
Carl Edwards to Drive the No. 60 Aflac Ford in July 6 Busch Series Race at Daytona International Speedway
Columbus, Ga. - July 6, 2007 - Aflac Racing is set to unveil the second in its line of four signature paint schemes with drivers from Roush Fenway Racing on July 6 at Daytona International Speedway. Carl Edwards will pilot the No. 60 Aflac Ford in the Busch Series race Saturday with the hopes of bringing home the checkered flag for NASCAR's favorite duck.
"Everyone at Aflac is looking forward to Carl Edwards taking the wheel with the Aflac Duck on his hood," said Paul S. Amos II, president, Aflac; COO, U.S. Operations. "Carl is known for his commitment to excellence on the track, and Aflac prides itself on the same philosophy in business. We're excited to have him represent us behind the wheel."
The special Aflac paint scheme runs this weekend's Winn-Dixie 250 at Daytona International Speedway as part of the company's agreement with Roush Fenway Racing to sponsor four NASCAR NEXTEL Cup races and four Busch Series races. Greg Biffle premiered the No. 16 Aflac Ford at the Lenox Industrial Tools 300 in Louden, New Hampshire.
About Carl Edwards:
- 13 career Busch Series wins, including four in 2007
- Currently ranked first in the Busch Series standings
- 42 top-five finishes
- 61 top-10 finishes
