Stories tagged with "Indianapolis Motor Speedway"

Rain washes out Earnhardt ride at IMS by Steve Ballard

Rain prevented Dale Earnhardt Jr. from getting his first ride in an Indy car during a visit to Indianapolis Motor Speedway today. Earnhardt, in town to promote the upcoming... – Jul 09, 2009 at 5:50 PM in Indy Racing League

Stewart would love to see Newman win at Brickyard by Steve Ballard

Nothing will equal the feeling Tony Stewart had in 2005 after conquering Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the first time, but a third Allstate 400 at the Brickyard victory later... – Jul 09, 2009 at 1:00 AM in NASCAR

Wife wins early release in hit man case by Jon Murrary

A woman convicted in 1992 of hatching a plot to murder her husband was released early from Indiana Women’s Prison last week after her attorneys reached an agreement with... – Jul 08, 2009 at 5:05 PM in Crime & Courts

NASCAR’s Stewart: Tires won’t be issue at Brickyard 400 by Steve Ballard

In town to help promote the upcoming Allstate 400 at the Brickyard, two-time winner Tony Stewart did just that today by assuring fans that the tire problems that plagued last... – Jul 08, 2009 at 1:53 PM in NASCAR

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

Indy merchandiser signs on NFL's Vikings by Tom Spalding

Indianapolis-based merchandiser MainGate Inc. has booked another high-profile sports client. The 46-year-old company today announced a 10-year deal with the NFL’s Minnesota... – Jul 07, 2009 at 12:53 PM in Business

Ballet welcomes a world of stars by indystar

Indianapolis City Ballet organizers are warming up for their inaugural gala with an announcement of the event’s guest dancers. From the looks of the list, “An Evening... – Jul 07, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Cathy Kightlinger

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

George's mother 'surprised,' 'disappointed' by resignation by Curt Cavin

Tony George’s resignation as chief executive officer of the Indy Racing League this week came as a surprise to his boss. George’s mother, Mari Hulman George, the... – Jul 02, 2009 at 8:59 AM in Indy Racing League

A winning spin in driver's seat by indystar

It’s not his grandfather’s Indianapolis Motor Speedway by a long shot; but Tony George stuck with family tradition when it came to the fundamentals. Like the late Anton... – Jul 02, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Editorial

George out as Speedway CEO by Curt Cavin

IRL’s founder also leaves as its chief amid family pressure Tony George relinquished all three of his major job titles Tuesday in sweeping changes at one of Indiana’s... – Jul 01, 2009 at 1:30 PM in Indy Racing League

George's exit not expected to hurt IRL brand by Curt Cavin

Tony George’s decision to resign as CEO of the Indy Racing League is not expected to have an adverse impact on the series’ ability to attract additional sponsorship.... – Jul 01, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Tony George resigns as CEO of IRL and IMS by Curt Cavin

Tony George relinquished all three of his major job titles Tuesday in sweeping changes at one of Indiana’s most visible businesses. George, whose grandfather saved... – Jun 30, 2009 at 10:20 PM in Communities

Scooters motor into the city by indystar

INDIANAPOLIS Motor scooter riders from across the country will converge at Speed City Scooters, 3464 W. 16th St., today for the Gasoline Rally. The event features a lap around the... – Jun 27, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Small Business

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

Passing problems examined by Curt Cavin

IRL cars don’t vary much but officials want more competition IndyCar Series drivers have a problem passing on the larger oval tracks, including Indianapolis Motor Speedway,... – Jun 20, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Grande Avenue closing to unite Allison campus by Bruce Smith

Cutting off IMS shortcut cuts perceived security risk, is part of redevelopment plan for nearby roads, Speedway A city panel has voted to close a section of Grande Avenue after... – Jun 20, 2009 at 1:00 AM in West Marion County

City OK will let Allison absorb chunk of Grande Avenue by indystar

INDIANAPOLIS A small portion of a two-lane Westside street used as a shortcut to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway will be closed. The Metropolitan Development Commission voted 6-0... – Jun 18, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Business

City panel OKs Grande Ave. road closure by Bruce Smith

A city panel has approved the closure of a street that businesses and residents have said was a needed shortcut to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The Metropolitan Development... – Jun 17, 2009 at 5:28 PM in Business

Gordon certain Goodyear tires will hold up by Steve Ballarad

Goodyear tested here 7 times in wake of last year’s issues Faced with lagging ticket sales for next month’s Allstate 400 at the Brickyard, Indianapolis Motor Speedway... – Jun 17, 2009 at 2:04 AM in NASCAR