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Capaldi Racing Set for Primetime Veterans Day Classic at Daytona with Four-Driver Lineup

CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich., November 3, 2026. Fresh off a championship-winning 2026 Mustang Cup USA season, Capaldi Racing is gearing up for a special event at Daytona International Speedway as the team prepares to support four drivers in the inaugural Ford Proud to Honor Veterans Day Classic on Wednesday, November 11.

The nationally televised event will bring together 12 drivers from NASCAR and other forms of professional motorsports, competing in six Ford Mustang Dark Horse R race cars, each featuring a unique military-inspired livery honoring one of the six branches of the United States Armed Forces.

Capaldi Racing will support two of the six entries, featuring an impressive four-driver lineup:

The team will join fellow Ford Mustang racing organizations RNR, TPC Racing and R3R in providing support for the special event.

A Special Race with a Greater Purpose

While Capaldi Racing is no stranger to competing at the national level, the Veterans Day Classic represents something beyond the usual pursuit of podium finishes and championships.

“When Ford put this event together, we knew we wanted to go all-in,” said Leo Capaldi, owner of Capaldi Racing. “We’ve spent the whole season fighting for trophies, but being part of an event that brings the racing community together to honor our military veterans and their families is a special opportunity for our entire team.”

The Veterans Day Classic will combine exciting Mustang Dark Horse R racing with a celebration of America's service members, veterans and military families.

The race will be broadcast live on USA Network on Wednesday, November 11, from 8–10 p.m. ET, bringing the action from Daytona's famous high banks to a national primetime audience.

Giving Back Beyond the Racetrack

An important part of the event is its charitable mission, supporting the Ford Proud to Honor Fund, powered by GlobalGiving. The fund benefits nonprofit organizations serving military members, veterans and their families, including Blue Star Families and Team Rubicon.

Capaldi Racing is proud to extend its involvement beyond the competition by donating a portion of its apparel sales to the Proud to Honor Fund.

Fans will have an opportunity to support Capaldi Racing while also contributing to organizations that make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who have served.

Championship Momentum Heads to Daytona

The Veterans Day Classic comes on the heels of an outstanding 2026 season for Capaldi Racing, which captured all four driver championships in Mustang Cup USA competition.

Supporting two entries at Daytona brings a new challenge for the organization, requiring coordination across race car preparation, transportation, engineering, crew logistics and trackside operations.

With operations in both Chesterfield Township, Michigan, and Mooresville, North Carolina, Capaldi Racing brings decades of Ford Mustang racing experience to the event.

The team is looking forward to working alongside some of the biggest names in motorsports while representing two branches of the United States military in a race that carries special significance.

Join Us at Daytona!

Want to experience the excitement of the Ford Proud to Honor Veterans Day Classic in person? Join Capaldi Racing at Daytona International Speedway on Wednesday, November 11, for an unforgettable evening of racing as some of motorsports' biggest names take to the track in support of America's military heroes.

Interested in attending? Visit the official event website for tickets and additional event information.

Follow Along with Capaldi Racing

Leading up to the event, Capaldi Racing will share behind-the-scenes updates, race car preparation, team activities and a closer look at the specially designed Marine Corps and Navy Mustang Dark Horse R liveries.

Follow Capaldi Racing on Facebook for the latest updates throughout the event.

Tune in Wednesday, November 11, from 8–10 p.m. ET on USA Network to watch the Ford Proud to Honor Veterans Day Classic live from Daytona International Speedway.

About Capaldi Racing

Capaldi Racing is a championship-winning motorsports organization with facilities in Chesterfield Township, Michigan, and Mooresville, North Carolina. With more than four decades of experience in professional motorsports, the team specializes in Ford Mustang racing, race car preparation, vehicle development, arrive-and-drive programs, driver coaching and trackside support. Capaldi Racing captured all four driver championships in the 2026 Mustang Cup USA season, continuing its long-standing tradition of success in Ford performance racing.

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Engineering & Data

Modern motorsports is driven by data. At Capaldi Racing, we combine decades of hands-on racing experience with professional data analysis to help drivers and teams unlock performance on every lap. Whether you're looking to shave tenths off your lap time or solve a handling issue, our engineering process turns information into results.

We believe the fastest setup is the one that gives the driver confidence. That's why we don't just analyze numbers. We combine data, driver feedback, and real-world experience to build a package that works for both the car and the driver.

Data-Driven Performance

Every session provides valuable information. By reviewing vehicle and driver data, we can identify opportunities that aren't always obvious from behind the wheel.

Our engineering services include:

Engineering That Makes Sense

Data is only valuable when it's properly interpreted. Our team works closely with drivers to explain what the information is telling us and how changes to driving technique or vehicle setup can improve performance.

Whether it's finding braking time, improving corner exit speed, increasing driver consistency, or refining vehicle balance, our goal is to make meaningful improvements that translate into faster, more repeatable lap times.

Supporting Every Level of Racer

From first-time club racers to experienced competitors, our engineering services are tailored to each driver's goals and experience level. We work with a wide range of race cars and series, providing the same professional approach regardless of the program.

Whether you're racing a B-Spec car, Mustang Dark Horse R, Mustang Cup car, WRL endurance car, or another road racing platform, we can help you better understand your car and maximize its potential.

Experience You Can Count On

Capaldi Racing has years of experience supporting drivers through professional race engineering, vehicle development, and driver coaching. We use industry-leading tools and proven engineering practices to help our customers make informed decisions both on and off the track.

When preparation meets data, confidence follows, and confidence leads to results.

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Driver Coaching

At Capaldi Racing, we believe the biggest gains often come from the driver, not just the race car. Our coaching programs are designed to help drivers of all experience levels build confidence, improve consistency, and develop the skills needed to compete at a higher level.

Whether you're preparing for your first track day, earning your competition license, or chasing race wins, our coaching is tailored to your individual goals and experience.

Personalized Coaching

No two drivers are the same. We take the time to understand your strengths, identify areas for improvement, and create a coaching plan that helps you make measurable progress both on and off the track.

Our coaching focuses on:

Data-Driven Development

Every coaching session is backed by professional data analysis and video review. By combining driver feedback with objective data, we can identify opportunities for improvement and provide clear, actionable feedback after every session.

Using data acquisition and in-car video, we'll help you understand not just what happened on track, but why it happened and how to improve it.

Coaching at the Track

Our coaching doesn't stop when the session ends. Throughout the race weekend, we work with drivers to review data, evaluate setup changes, and develop a plan for each session. Every lap becomes an opportunity to learn and improve.

Whether you're driving your own car or participating in one of our arrive-and-drive programs, you'll have access to the same professional coaching approach that has helped drivers compete at every level of club racing.

Built Around Your Goals

From first-time drivers to experienced racers, our coaching programs are designed to meet you where you are and help you take the next step.

Our objective is simple: help you become a faster, more confident, and more consistent driver while making every race weekend more enjoyable and rewarding.

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Race Car Preparation

Success on race day begins long before the green flag. At Capaldi Racing, every vehicle is prepared with meticulous attention to detail to ensure it is safe, reliable, and ready to perform. Whether you're competing in a local club race or a national championship, our preparation process is designed to maximize confidence and minimize surprises.

We believe proper race preparation is the foundation of every successful weekend. Our experienced technicians follow proven inspection and maintenance procedures developed through years of professional motorsports competition.

Comprehensive Preparation Services

We offer complete race car preparation for a wide variety of road racing platforms, including:

Our services can be tailored to your specific needs, whether it's routine maintenance between events or a complete race-ready build.

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Attention to Every Detail

The smallest details often make the biggest difference. Our preparation process focuses on identifying potential issues before they become problems, helping drivers spend more time on track and less time in the paddock.

Every vehicle is treated as if it were our own, with an emphasis on reliability, consistency, and performance. We take pride in delivering race cars that are thoroughly prepared and ready to compete.

Your Race Weekend Starts Here

Whether you're maintaining a single race car or managing an entire fleet, Capaldi Racing provides the experience, technical knowledge, and attention to detail needed to keep your program running at its best.

From routine maintenance to complete race preparation, we're committed to helping you arrive at the track with confidence and leave knowing your car performed at its full potential.

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Transportation & Logistics

Getting to the track is only part of a successful race weekend. Capaldi Racing offers professional transportation and logistics services designed to simplify every aspect of your racing program. Whether you need your car transported to a single event or require full-season logistical support, our team ensures everything arrives safely, on time, and ready to compete.

From the shop to the paddock, we take care of the details so you can focus on driving.

Reliable Vehicle Transport

Our transportation services are available for race cars, support equipment, and spare parts throughout the United States. Every vehicle is secured, protected, and transported with the same level of care we expect for our own race program.

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Complete Race Weekend Logistics

A successful race weekend requires more than simply delivering a car to the track. Our team can coordinate every aspect of your event to ensure you're prepared before the first session begins.

Available logistics services include:

A Seamless Racing Experience

Whether you're attending one event each year or competing in a full championship, Capaldi Racing provides the experience and organization needed to keep your program running efficiently. Our goal is to eliminate the stress of race weekend logistics so you can arrive prepared, stay focused, and perform at your best.

Your Race Team, Every Step of the Way

Transportation is more than moving a race car. It's about delivering a complete racing program. With decades of professional motorsports experience, Capaldi Racing understands what it takes to keep drivers, teams, and equipment operating efficiently throughout the season.

No matter where you're racing, we'll help get you there and make sure you're ready when the green flag drops.

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Mustang Challenge North America

Mustang Challenge North America is an IMSA-sanctioned, single-make championship featuring the Ford Mustang Dark Horse R. Designed to provide competitive, high-performance racing in equal machinery, the series showcases close wheel-to-wheel competition while giving drivers a professional environment to develop their skills and compete on some of North America's most iconic road courses.

As an official IMSA support series, Mustang Challenge races alongside many of the world's premier sports car events, giving drivers the opportunity to compete on a national stage with professional race operations, television coverage, and world-class venues.

The Ford Mustang Dark Horse R

Every competitor races the purpose-built Ford Mustang Dark Horse R, developed by Ford Performance specifically for competition. Built with safety, reliability, and parity in mind, the Dark Horse R allows the focus to remain where it belongs: on driver talent, racecraft, and team execution.

With tightly controlled technical regulations, Mustang Challenge rewards drivers who can consistently perform while giving teams the opportunity to optimize setup, strategy, and execution throughout the race weekend.

Race with Capaldi Racing

Capaldi Racing offers complete Mustang Challenge programs for drivers looking to compete at the highest level of single-make racing. Whether you're entering one event or planning a full championship campaign, our team provides the experience, preparation, and support needed to maximize your performance.

Our programs include:

Professional Engineering. Proven Results.

Success in Mustang Challenge is built on preparation. Every session is supported by professional engineering, detailed data analysis, and continuous evaluation of both driver performance and vehicle setup. Our team works closely with each driver to identify opportunities for improvement, refine driving techniques, and maximize the performance of both the car and the driver.

From practice through qualifying and the final checkered flag, every decision is made with one goal in mind: helping our drivers perform at their highest level.

A Complete Racing Experience

At Capaldi Racing, we deliver more than a race car. We deliver a professional racing program. Every vehicle is meticulously prepared, every detail is managed, and every driver receives the same commitment to excellence that defines our organization.

Whether your goal is to gain experience, stand on the podium, or compete for a championship, our team is committed to helping you succeed both on and off the track.

Start Your Mustang Challenge Journey

Whether you're an accomplished racer looking to compete in IMSA-sanctioned competition or a driver ready to take the next step in your motorsports career, Capaldi Racing has a program tailored to your goals.

Join us on some of North America's premier race circuits and experience Mustang Challenge with a team dedicated to professionalism, preparation, and performance.

Mustang Cup

Mustang Cup is one of the fastest-growing road racing series in North America, offering drivers the opportunity to compete in professionally prepared Ford Mustangs without the expense of top-tier professional racing. Designed to deliver close competition, manageable operating costs, and outstanding track time, the series has become an ideal stepping stone for drivers looking to advance their racing careers or enjoy highly competitive sprint racing.

With multiple classes based on the Ford Mustang platform, Mustang Cup creates exciting wheel-to-wheel competition while maintaining a strong focus on driver development, sportsmanship, and cost-effective racing.

Race with Capaldi Racing

Capaldi Racing provides complete Mustang Cup programs for drivers of all experience levels. Whether you're entering your first race or competing for a championship, our team delivers the preparation, engineering, and support needed to help you perform at your best.

Our programs include:

Built Around Driver Development

Mustang Cup offers an excellent environment for drivers to build racecraft, develop consistency, and gain experience in a highly competitive field. With powerful, rear-wheel-drive Mustangs and closely matched competitors, every lap presents an opportunity to improve your skills and compete door-to-door.

At Capaldi Racing, we combine professional coaching, engineering, and data analysis to help drivers maximize both their performance and confidence throughout the race weekend.

Professional Preparation

Every car is prepared with meticulous attention to detail before every event. Our experienced technicians and engineers ensure each vehicle is safe, reliable, and race-ready, allowing drivers to focus entirely on performance.

From pre-event preparation to the checkered flag, Capaldi Racing provides the same professional approach and commitment to excellence that has defined our motorsports programs for years.

Ready to Join the Grid?

Whether you're looking to race a single event, compete for a full season, or explore the next step in your racing career, Capaldi Racing can help you find the program that's right for you.

Experience the excitement of Mustang Cup with a team committed to professionalism, performance, and driver success.

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Ford Mustang Dark Horse R

General

Manufacturer: Ford Performance
Platform: 2024+ Ford Mustang (S650)
Purpose: Factory-built, turnkey race car

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Dimensions

Wheelbase: 107 in (2,718 mm)
Front Track Width: 63.4 in (1,611 mm)
Rear Track Width: 63.8 in (1,621 mm)
Overall Width: 75.4 in (1,914 mm)

Designed to Race

The Ford Mustang Dark Horse R was engineered by Ford Performance as a turnkey race car bridging the gap between track-day enthusiasts and professional GT4 competition. Combining the proven 5.0L Coyote V8, Multimatic DSSV suspension, Brembo braking system, MoTeC electronics, and FIA-compliant safety equipment, the Dark Horse R delivers exceptional reliability, consistency, and performance in a purpose-built racing platform.

As the exclusive race car for IMSA Mustang Challenge North America and a cornerstone of Mustang Cup competition, the Dark Horse R provides drivers with one of the most exciting and competitive single-make racing experiences available today.

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2011 Ford Fiesta B-Spec

The Ford Fiesta That Helped Shape B-Spec

The Capaldi Racing 2011 Ford Fiesta B-Spec represents more than just a race car. It represents over a decade of development, competition, and continuous refinement.

Capaldi Racing played a significant role in the early development of the B-Spec category, working alongside Ford Racing during the creation of the Ford Fiesta B-Spec program. Our team built the first Ford Fiesta B-Spec race car and competed in the first three seasons of the Pirelli World Challenge B-Spec Championship, with Craig Capaldi driving during the inaugural season and Chris Capaldi competing in seasons two and three.

That experience continues to shape every Fiesta we build, prepare, and support today.

Whether you're entering your first SCCA event, competing in Hoosier Super Tour, or pursuing a National Championship Runoffs qualification, our Fiesta provides a professionally prepared platform backed by years of proven development.

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Developed Through Experience

The Ford Fiesta has been at the heart of Capaldi Racing's B-Spec program since the class was introduced. Years of competition, testing, and chassis development have allowed us to continually refine the platform while maintaining full compliance with SCCA regulations.

Every setup, maintenance procedure, and engineering decision is based on real-world racing experience. The result is a car that is predictable, confidence-inspiring, and capable of competing at every level of SCCA Club Racing.

Professionally Maintained

Every race weekend begins with a comprehensive inspection and preparation process. Between events, the vehicle is thoroughly serviced and evaluated to ensure it remains safe, reliable, and ready to compete.

Our goal is simple: provide every driver with a race car they can trust, allowing them to focus on improving their skills and enjoying the competition.

Available Programs

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The Cars

Mustang Dark Horse R

Mustang Cup & Mustang Challenge

The tip of the spear for our Ford program, connecting directly to our Mustang Cup and Mustang Challenge entries.

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B-Spec Ford Fiesta

B-Spec Club Racing

A second B-Spec option built and supported by Capaldi Racing for club-racing rentals. Car currently in build. Livery shown is a preview render.

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Race With Capaldi Racing

Capaldi Racing paddock setup with Mustang Cup and Mustang Challenge cars

What began as a grassroots shop in Michigan has grown into a nationally recognized race team, now serving drivers from a second location in Mooresville, North Carolina. With over 40 years of hands-on racing experience, Capaldi Racing offers a complete program built around technical precision and real competition, tested by the same crew that supports drivers in the USAC Mustang Cup and IMSA Mustang Challenge.