NASCAR and the world of Hollywood have been intertwined since the debut of the film “Days of Thunder” in 1990. In a similar fashion to F1, NASCAR has ventured into the entertainment industry by announcing a sports docu-series on Netflix called “NASCAR: Full Speed.” Building on this success, the premier stock car racing series is now collaborating with [Company] and [Company] to create a romantic comedy series.
According to Deadline, NASCAR is developing a rom-com series that captivates viewers with its racing storyline and the challenges of preparing a driver for NASCAR while living up to her father’s championship legacy. The script is written by [Screenwriter], a renowned author known for her book “Bad Luck Bridesmaid.”
Meanwhile, Amazon is also revving up its engines for this exciting project. The series has the support of Westbrook Studios, who will contribute to its production. Fans of NASCAR can anticipate a thrilling romantic comedy with NASCAR-inspired twists and turns.
As reported by Deadline, the story revolves around a 17-year-old female dirt racer and her new agent, both of whom have one chance to succeed. It delves into the drama of her journey to become a NASCAR racer and rebuild her relationship with her ex-NASCAR champion father.
With the premiere of “NASCAR: Full Speed” three weeks prior to the first race of the season in Daytona, drivers had the opportunity to evaluate how the series could potentially impact the pinnacle of stock car racing. The drivers were pleased with the show and responded positively to NASCAR expanding beyond traditional formats.
Similarly, [Driver] shared similar sentiments regarding NASCAR’s expansion into the entertainment industry. Many drivers, including myself, experienced a significant increase in social media following. [Driver] explained that the series served as a great introduction to new fans, helping them understand the basics of the sport. Additionally, [Driver] noted the surge in popularity among drivers following the series’ release, resulting in increased reach on social media platforms.
Therefore, the “Clean Air” series can count on the support of NASCAR drivers. While there is no confirmed release date at this time, it is expected to be available on OTT platforms between 2025-26.