Soap and chocolate are manufactured in Panama City.
The portage between the two oceans was of great commercial importance, especially in the 16th century, when treasure from Peru (and treasure was the raison d'etre of the Spanish settlements in Panama) was carried across the isthmus from Panama City.
Along with Daytona video, it is also possible to find contest video from other locales, including Cancun, Mexico and Panama City Beach.