First day of Indy 500 qualifying washed out, forcing revised Sunday schedule
It’s the first time since 2008 a full day of qualifying was lost because of weather. The decision prompted some significant schedule changes for Sunday.
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Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum building restoration, event center
For the second time in three years, work is underway on a major project tied to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum — this one meant to house the organization’s restoration projects and vehicle storage operation.
Derek Schultz: History suggests this year’s Indy 500 will be momentous
Hurtling toward the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500, we’re now a decade removed from the event’s celebrated 100th milestone. But the 2016 race isn’t the only notable race to fall on years ending with 6.
Chevrolet engine changes during Indy 500 practice send teams in search of answers
It’s a perplexing problem for a series that has significantly reduced the number of mechanical failures over the past few decades.
Pato O’Ward tops speed chart on 3rd day of Indianapolis 500 practice
Most teams used the six-hour practice session to work on practicing qualifying runs, banking information on race-day setups and simply trying to get more answers about what works well and what won’t during the race.
Conor Daly, Alex Palou turn up the speed on 2nd day of Indianapolis 500 practice
Daly and Palou took advantage of the cool, overcast conditions to post the fastest laps on the second practice day.
Legge aims to become first woman to complete racing’s ‘Double’ at Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600
Since 1994, five drivers have competed in both races, but Tony Stewart remains the only one to complete all 1,100 miles.
Broadcast blackout lifted for Indy 500 as grandstand tickets sell out
The sellout means that the traditional broadcast delay that blankets central Indiana will be suspended to allow local fans to watch the race live on television for the third consecutive year.
Alex Palou overcomes early struggles to post top speed in Indy 500 practice
The defending Indy 500 champion keeps finding ways to reach the top of the speed chart — even when mechanical issues get in the way.
Lundgaard wins Grand Prix, hopes to carry momentum into Indy 500
The Danish driver snapped a 47-race winless streak, beating David Malukas to the yard of bricks by 4.763 seconds for the second win of his career and first in nearly three years.
Cadillac’s new F1 team makes its US debut in Miami
Fishers-based Cadillac F1 is focused on showing progress made from race to race, and even though Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas finished near the bottom of the running order Sunday, it was still considered a successful day.
Alex Palou lands multiyear Ganassi contract extension after banner week at Indy testing
Since joining Chip Ganassi Racing six seasons ago, Spanish driver Alex Palou has shown to be a generational talent who is quickly working his way through IndyCar’s record books.
Hospitality startup has bold plans for motorsports-themed hotels in central Indiana
Russell Louderback, a former White Lodging executive and an adviser to the Signia hotel downtown, is advising the new company on the plans.
Counting Crows to headline Carb Day concert on Indy 500 weekend
The Carb Day concert, an infield party scheduled for May 22, is one of three music events leading up to the Indianapolis 500.
IU’s Curt Cignetti to drive pace car at Indy 500
The national championship-winning coach is set to drive the new Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X to lead the May 24 race.
IndyCar unveils track layout for inaugural Freedom 250
The street circuit features a seven-turn, 1.7-mile track that will see IndyCar drivers racing past iconic Washington, D.C., landmarks.
Fishers-based Cadillac team ‘really, really pleased’ with first Formula One race
Cadillac F1 principal Graeme Lowdon said the race team earned its rivals’ respect and plans to build on a “really solid platform” for future success.
Long-shot American dream hits F1 grid as Cadillac debuts at Australian GP
As the first new team on the grid in a decade, many expect Cadillac to be the worst in the series for now.
Mick Schumacher’s IndyCar debut ends in crash at St. Pete Grand Prix
It was a rough fresh start for two-time IndyCar champion Will Power in his first race with a new team, and same for Mick Schumacher in his series debut.
Alex Palou and Chip Ganassi Racing end McLaren contract fight after $12M ruling
Alex Palou and Chip Ganassi Racing have settled the four-time IndyCar champion’s breach of contract dispute with McLaren Racing, and the Spanish driver acknowledged Friday he mishandled the situation.