Drivers help to raise autism awareness

NASCAR returns to the Monster Mile, and this year more than 50 drivers in the three premier national touring series will be helping spread the message of autism awareness.

Autism Delaware, a leader in the First State on autism awareness since its founding in 1998, is working to raise funds and awareness during the June 4 "AAA 400 Drive for Autism" Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race at the Monster Mile.

Thisis the 11th consecutive year that Dover International Speedway's spring Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race has had a tie-in with the cause of autism awareness.

Monster Mile will also host Autism Awareness Day at the Races in its enclosed grandstand for the sixth straight year on Sunday. The event provides a sensory-friendly environment for children and families on the autism spectrum to enjoy the race and includes several driver and owner appearances.

In total, 24 drivers from the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series, 23 drivers from the NASCAR XFINITY Series and 12 drivers from the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series will display the Autism Delaware decal on their respective cars and trucks.