Alexander Rossi sports the NAPA colors during practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. [Andy Clary Photo] by Allan Brewer Andretti/Herta Autosport driver Alexander Rossi will receive the Indiana dairy farmers’ highest award on Tuesday in honor of his “Fastest Rookie” qualifying time for the 100th Indianapolis 500. Rossi toured the famous oval in Speedway, Indiana […]
Kyle Larson meets with the media at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway prior to the Brickyard 400. [John Wiedemann Photo] By Dan Margetta Speedway, Ind., July 22 — Coming off back to back weekends where he started last and drove through the field to finish second, Kyle Larson hopes to continue his momentum in the prestigious […]
By Dan Margetta Speedway, Ind., July 22 — While winless this deep into the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series season, defending Brantley Gilbert Big Machine Brickyard 400 winner Kyle Busch comes to the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway with an opportunity to become the first NASCAR driver to score three straight victories in the prestigious event. […]
Denny Hamlin, quickest in opening practice for the 2017 Brickyard 400. [John Wiedemann Photo] By Dan Margetta Speedway, Ind., July 22 — Toyota drivers occupied the top three spots on the speed charts following the opening Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series practice for the Brickyard 400 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway with Denny Hamlin ending […]
Kyle Busch, polesitter for the Brantley Gilbert Big Machine Brickyard 400. [John Wiedemann Photo] by Dan Margetta Speedway, Ind., July 22 — Kyle Busch moved a step closer in his quest to win three Brantley Gilbert Big Machine Brickyard 400’s in a row as he drove to the pole position Saturday evening at the Indianapolis […]
Daytona 500 winning car inducted into Daytona International Speedway’s Ticket and Tours Building where it will be on display for next year. Shown with winner Denny Hamlin, crew chief Mike Wheeler and team owner Joe Gibbs and full track-side team. [Joe Jennings Photo] DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – The morning after every Daytona 500, the winner […]
INDYCAR names veteran motorsports trio as race stewards for 2016 season INDIANAPOLIS (Feb. 24, 2016) – INDYCAR announced today it has strengthened its race control program by naming three race stewards with extensive motorsports experience to monitor on-track competition at all 2016 Verizon IndyCar Series events. Two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Arie Luyendyk, former Indy car […]
WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (Nov. 23, 2015) – The Dec. 12 date to draw the winning ticket in the International Motor Racing Research Center’s annual car raffle is just a few weeks away. IMRRC’s 2015 Toyota Camry XSE V-6 Tickets still remain for a 2015 Toyota Camry XSE V-6 generously donated by Toyota North America for […]
Daytona Beach, FL (January 29th, 2012) – With 50th anniversary of the Rolex 24 in the books,… Charlotte, NC (January 23, 2012) – Since 1959, several petroleum companies have served as the “Official Fuel… NASCAR hit a home run in 2011 with an exciting season capped by a compelling Chase for… Charlotte, NC (January 16th, […]
The 2015 Performance Racing Industry Trade Show at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. [Photo by: Chris Owens] Indianapolis, IN – The Performance Racing Industry show held annually in Indianapolis, Indiana, boasts buyers from 50 states and more than 70 countries. It is a huge marketplace for thousands of racers to mix and mingle with […]
James Hinchcliffe is all smiles. [John Wiedemann Photo] Homestead, Fla. – Looking fit and healthy James Hinchcliffe traveled to the Homestead-Miami Speedway this weekend to soak up the sunshine, to see Jeff Gordon’s last race, to renew business acquaintances and to enjoy the life of a fan. And another motive was to talk to an […]
AMG Mercedes GT3 [photo credit IMSA] By Jack Webster & Eddie LePine Testing was held this week at Daytona International Speedway for potential entries in the 2016 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. A number of new cars were presented for testing, including new prototypes, but the main interest from race fans from around the world was […]
Alexander Rossi will pilot a fourth car for Andretti Autosport in the 2016 Verizon IndyCar Series. [photo courtesy alexanderrossi.com] Alexander Rossi will make his Verizon IndyCar Series debut in 2016 with Andretti Autosport. Rossi, who will make the transition from the FIA Formula 1 World Championship to IndyCar, will pilot the No. 98 Honda. Rossi […]
Nicolas Prost in the Renault in Formula e racing. [Photo by FIA-Formula e] Nicolas Prost was born on August 18, 1981. His father, 4 time World Champion Alain Prost, celebrated his birth by winning Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort 12 days later. Without a doubt, racing is in Nicolas Prost’s blood, and he has become […]
