OREANDA-NEWS. May 31, 2012. As the Charlotte area prepares for the upcoming Coca-Cola 600, select Walmart stores will offer authentic NASCAR merchandise and host exclusive fan events starting May 23. Customers are invited to attend these special events and enjoy special appearances by Denny Hamlin, Bobby Labonte, Bill Elliott and Michael Waltrip, and show cars and racing simulators – perfect to safely get behind the wheel and feel the power of NASCAR – on May 23-26 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., depending on the location.

“Walmart is the champion of the racing fan, and we are committed to providing customers with savings on authentic merchandise, as well as unique race time experiences,” said Walmart market manager David Cruse. “We want to give fans affordability and accessibility, so they can enjoy race time with their families and friends.”