Richard Petty and STP became one of the most iconic driver-sponsor pairings in NASCAR history. In 1972, STP, the oil treatment brand, signed Petty to a deal that not only brought major funding but also changed the look of his legendary No. 43 car. Petty, known for his signature Petty Blue, initially resisted adding STP’s Day-Glo red but ultimately compromised, creating a striking color scheme that became instantly recognizable. The partnership lasted for decades, far beyond Petty’s driving days,

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1.9K views · 61 reactions |  thebannerman.ca presents — On November 12, 1975, Richard Petty locked in his sixth NASCAR Cup championship at North Wilkesboro Speedway in North Carolina. They didn’t call him “The King” for nothing — his dominance defined an era of American racing. Do you remember watching Petty’s prime? ️ Powered by onthisday.com and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tfwHEknioRI #OnThisDay #NASCAR #RichardPetty #RacingHistory #TheKing | Thebannerman.ca | Facebook