AAA Statement on the passing of NASCAR's Bill France.
ORLANDO, Fla. -- AAA AAA: see American Automobile Association.
(Triple A) A common single-cell battery used in a myriad of electronic devices of all variety. Like its double A (AA) cousin, it provides 1.5 volts of DC power. When used in series, the voltage is multiplied. joins millions of NASCAR NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing), organization that sanctions American stock-car races, est. 1948. It held its first race in Daytona Beach, Fla. fans in mourning the
loss of one of America's great automotive pioneers, Bill France Bill France can refer to one of two persons, father and son. Both are associated with NASCAR and are sometimes confused with each other. - Bill France, Sr. (1909-1992), nicknamed "Big Bill", the founder of NASCAR and its president from 1948-1971
- Bill France, Jr.
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NASCAR racing The NASCAR Racing series of video games, developed by Papyrus, started in 1994 and ended with the release of NASCAR Racing 2003 Season in 2003. Later NASCAR games were released by Electronic Arts, who took over the official sport license. , led by Bill France and the France family The France Family is known as the "first family" of NASCAR racing. NASCAR was founded by Bill France, Sr. in 1948 and to this day France family members hold many high-ranking positions within the company. , has grown from
a regional sport to one of the world's most thrilling sports
spectaculars. It continues to push the automotive engineering community
to develop better and safer vehicles for use by everyday drivers, and
provides fast-paced entertainment to millions of NASCAR enthusiasts
worldwide. Mr. France's vision and leadership will always be
remembered by those who love the automobile.
As North America's largest motoring and leisure travel
organization, AAA provides more than 50 million members with travel,
insurance, financial, and automotive-related services. Since its
founding in 1902, the not-for-profit, fully tax-paying AAA has been a
leader and advocate for the safety and security of all travelers. AAA
clubs can be visited on the Internet at www.AAA.com.
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