2022 NASCAR Next Gen Mustang To Debut At Next Year's Daytona 500 All-new NASCAR Mustang incorporates much of the same architecture seen in production cars, including rack-and-pinion steering, independent rear suspension, 18-inch tires and a symmetric body. NASCAR Next Gen Mustang makes its racing debut at the Daytona 500 Feb. 20, 2022. Advertisement During next year’s Dayton 500, a new era in stock car racing begins for Ford. The 2022 NASCAR Next Gen Mustang was unveiled today showcasing the next race car for Ford. The new car, which has been under development for two years, is completely different from its predecessor – redesigned from the ground up. Unlike past versions, with the exterior being the only noticeable change, this model is built for the future, featuring flexibility for technological advances such as a hybrid or electric powertrain.