Bristol Native And Nascar President Mike Helton Has Gotten A Promotion. He Has Been Named Vice Chairman Of The Florida Based Sanctioning Group. Helton Has Served As Nascar President Since 2000. In His New Role, Helton Will Remain The Senior Nascar Official At All National Series Racing Events Overseeing Competition, Work Closely With Brian France On Long Term Strategic Planning And Represent Nascar In A Wide Rance Of Roles To Grow The Sport. He Remains A Member Of The Board Of Directors.