Powered by ethanol: Iowa NASCAR race announced

JOHNSTON, Iowa — The Iowa Corn 350 Powered by Ethanol NASCAR race will showcase the performance of ethanol in the perfect setting — surrounded by cornfields.

“I am pleased to share with the NASCAR family, why choosing higher blends of ethanol benefits everyone,” said Stan Nelson, a farmer from Middletown and the Iowa Corn Promotion Board president.

“We can make a sustainable difference today, without buying a whole new vehicle, but by simply choosing to fuel up with ethanol at the pump. And not only are we benefiting the environment, but also our economy, as ethanol is the most affordable renewable fuel option on the market today.”

The Iowa Corn 350 Powered by Ethanol will take place at 6 p.m. CT June 16 at the Iowa Speedway in Newton. It will be shown live on USA Network.