Stories tagged with "Indianapolis 500"

George: Family's commitment remains by Curt Cavin

Former IMS, IRL chief indicates Indy 500, racing series will see no reduction in support TORONTO — Indy-car racing’s past and present leaders said Friday that the... – Jul 11, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

2 private bus firms onboard for Brickyard shuttles by Bruce Smith

The privately owned bus companies that provided shuttle rides for race fans to the Indianapolis 500 will run the service for the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard on July 26. Both... – Jul 11, 2009 at 1:00 AM in West Marion County

George explains why he left IRL job by Curt Cavin

TORONTO — Tony George declined to remain chief executive officer of the Indy Racing League in part because it would create an unnecessary layer of management, he wrote today... – Jul 10, 2009 at 2:08 PM in Indy Racing League

At midseason, Ganassi, Penske winners, while George not so lucky by Curt Cavin

A 17-race IndyCar Series schedule passed the midpoint last weekend at Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International. As is the norm, there have been several winners and losers, with Helio... – Jul 09, 2009 at 12:50 AM in Indy Racing League

Waltrip to add Truex most recent comment by delaware

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Bus firms to run shuttles to Allstate 400 by Bruce Smith

The same two privately owned bus companies that provided shuttle rides for thousands of Indy race fans in May have been hired to run the bus transportation for the Allstate 400 at... – Jul 07, 2009 at 1:16 PM in West Marion County

Is this the race for lesser team to break through? by Curt Cavin

WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. — Today’s IndyCar Series race at Watkins Glen International marks an anniversary of sorts — or perhaps a sad reminder — for teams not... – Jul 05, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Go-karting on this big, fast track is way cool by Jeff Rabjohns

NEW CASTLE, Ind. — Going 65 mph didn’t sound like much. Until I realized I would be about three inches off the ground. In a go-kart. On a course with 12 turns. And, of... – Jul 04, 2009 at 1:23 AM in Motorsports

Pieces of Speedway's past by indystar

This year, as the Indianapolis Motor Speedway celebrates its centennial, it is interesting to seek out places associated with its founders. The most obvious place is the Speedway,... – Jul 03, 2009 at 11:52 PM in Commentary

Rain gives struggling Logano 1st NASCAR victory by Steve Ballard

LOUDON, N.H. — Joey Logano figures to win many more races in his NASCAR career, but chances are none will be stranger than his first. Logano took a page from Danny Sullivan,... – Jun 29, 2009 at 1:00 AM in NASCAR

IRL, like NASCAR, says promoter owes it money by Curt Cavin

NASCAR said it also has not received full payment from Wisconsin Motorsports RICHMOND, Va. — Like NASCAR, the Indy Racing League is still seeking all of its money from the... – Jun 28, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Montoya now values consistency by Steve Ballard

Former open-wheel driver currently holds a position in the 12-driver Chase LOUDON, N.H. — Halfway through his third NASCAR season, Juan Pablo Montoya is beginning to embrace... – Jun 27, 2009 at 1:00 AM in NASCAR

Montoya offers advice to Patrick by indystar

Juan Pablo Montoyaoffered some friendly advice to IndyCar starDanica Patrick, a free agent who could possibly opt to jump to NASCAR in 2010. “I think she’s got the... – Jun 27, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Motorsports

Can Wheeler help make IndyCar Series more marketable? by indystar

Humpy Wheeler, who helped make Lowe’s Motor Speedway a power in NASCAR, said he could be in line to help Indy-car racing improve its business. Wheeler confirmed talks with... – Jun 26, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Competition with friends encouraged weight loss by indystar

Doug Puckett, 42, chief financial and operating officer, Clarian West Medical Center About 2 1/2 years ago, before my 40th birthday, I was overweight and out of shape. I had two... – Jun 25, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Health & Fitness

Franchitti 2-0 at Iowa by Curt Cavin

Ganassi Racing driver avoids pitfalls to repeat as winner NEWTON, Iowa — It was Father’s Day, and Dario Franchitti uncharacteristically didn’t have his father,... – Jun 22, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

An even mix of ovals, road courses in 2010 by Curt Cavin

NEWTON, Iowa — The Indy Racing League has identified 18 venues for its 2010 schedule, and there will be one major change. For the first time in IndyCar Series history, there... – Jun 22, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Andretti wrecks car in accident by Curt Cavin

NEWTON, Iowa —Marco Andrettiendured his most significant accident of the season during Saturday morning’s practice. A failure in the rear wing is believed to have... – Jun 21, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Kravitz: 70-year-old tradition worth saving by indystar

If the Indiana-Kentucky All-Star series is dead, why is Bloomington South’s Jordan Hulls laying out near the sideline, diving for a loose ball? Why are the Kentucky coaches,... – Jun 14, 2009 at 2:02 AM in Bob Kravitz

Meira works to return from injury for last IRL race of season by indystar

Vitor Meirahas yet to broach the subject with his doctor, but the Brazilian driver vows he will be back before the end of the IndyCar Series season. The two-time Indianapolis 500... – Jun 12, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League