NFPA partners with NASCAR's Joey Gase
By SSN Staff
Updated 10:53 AM CDT, Fri September 4, 2026
DAYTONA, Fla. – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has sponsored NASCAR driver Joey Gase to spotlight “Safety Doesn’t Happen By Chance,” its public awareness campaign about the vital role that safety codes and standards play in keeping people safe. Gase was behind the wheel during the Coke Zero Sugar 400 on Aug. 29, 2026, in Daytona, Fla., racing the No. 44 car. “This race gives us an incredible opportunity to reach fans with a message that extends far beyond the track,” said Lorraine Carli, NFPA vice president of outreach and advocacy. “From the wiring in your home to the exits in your office, safety codes and standards work around the clock to protect you. Through our ongoing sponsorship of Joey Gase, we’re bringing these invisible protections to light and reminding racing fans why they matter.” The race continues NFPA’s collaboration with Gase, which began in 2023, bringing important fire safety messages directly to viewers across the country. Their work together comes at a time when established code development processes face increasing pressure from special interest groups seeking to bypass the rigorous, consensus-based approach that has helped advance safety for decades, the NFPA says.
Photo courtesy of NFPA
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