After more than three decades away from the NASCAR circuit, Cole Trickle finds himself drawn back into the world of high-speed racing. Now retired, Cole has spent years mentoring young drivers, but when his former rival-turned-friend Rowdy Burns suffers a tragic accident, Cole decides to come out of retirement for one last race.
The sport has changed dramatically since Cole’s prime—technology, strategy, and competition have all evolved. He faces a new generation of young, fearless racers, including a cocky and talented newcomer, Jake Harper, who sees Cole as a washed-up legend. With the help of his longtime crew chief Harry Hogge and his former love interest, Dr. Claire Lewicki, Cole must prove that experience and heart still matter in the world of modern racing.
As the Daytona 500 approaches, Cole and Jake develop an intense rivalry. But when corporate sponsors and dirty tactics threaten to ruin the integrity of the sport, the two must put aside their differences to take a stand. In a dramatic final race, Cole pushes his limits, reminding everyone why he was once the best.
Days of Thunder 2: Return to Glory is a high-octane, adrenaline-fueled story of redemption, legacy, and passion for racing. Will Cole reclaim his former glory, or will he finally accept that his time in the driver’s seat is over?
