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New Addition Creates Three-Driver Powerhouse At Penske

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:43:02 +0000

Penske Racing announced Nov. 19 that Will Power will drive the No. 12 Verizon Wireless Dallara/Honda/Firestone in the 2010 IZOD IndyCar Series, including the Indianapolis 500 on May 30. Power will join defending Indy 500 winner Helio Castroneves and Ryan Briscoe on the powerful Penske team. IMS Tickets | Buy Indy 500 Gear

Legendary Indy 500 Cars Inspire Upcoming IZOD Sportswear Line

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:23:18 +0000

IZOD, the new title sponsor of the IndyCar Series, will use the stars and cars of the series in multiple initiatives while also drawing upon the rich heritage of the Indianapolis 500 to unfold multiple storylines and promote its product. An example is the IZOD "Winning Series" sportswear collection, inspired by Indianapolis 500-winning cars, that will be available in March 2010 at Macy's and other select retailers. IMS Tickets | Buy IZOD IndyCar Series Gear

IZOD Named Title Sponsor Of IndyCar Series

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:56:55 +0000

Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation (NYSE: PVH) announced Thursday, Nov. 5 a multi-year agreement in principle with the Indy Racing League (IRL), the sanctioning body for the IndyCar Series, for its IZOD brand to become the title sponsor of the newly renamed IZOD IndyCar Series. The IZOD IndyCar Series introduced its new logo and key partnership details today, with additional activation, promotional plans and marketing initiatives to be revealed in the coming months, prior to the start of the 2010 season. More Coverage | IMS Tickets | Buy IZOD IndyCar Series Gear

500 Festival To Hold Volunteer Fair Thursday, Nov. 5

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:05:33 +0000

The inaugural 500 Festival Volunteer Fair, hosted by Pacers Sports & Entertainment, will take place from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5 at Conseco Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, as the non-profit organization is looking for volunteers to help produce a variety of community events and programs that celebrate the Indianapolis 500. 500 Festival Site | IMS Tickets

Fans Can Wear Beautiful Indy 500 Ring From Herff Jones

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:18:57 +0000

The elegant Champion of Champions ring is one of the most coveted spoils of winning the Indianapolis 500 for any driver. Now fans of "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing" also can wear a similar piece of beautiful racing jewelry. Herff Jones, which produces the Champion of Champions ring, is offering for the first time an exclusive Indy 500 Fan Ring. Buy Ring Today! | IMS Tickets | 500 Gear

500 Festival Seeks 33 Ambassadors for 2010 500 Princess Program

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:05:00 +0000

Registration is now open for the 2010 500 Festival Princess Program. The application is available and may be submitted online via the 500 Festival's website, www.500festival.com, now through noon, Friday, January 8, 2010. Becoming a 500 Festival Princess is an experience of a lifetime. The 2010 Princesses will serve as ambassadors of the 500 Festival, the 2010 Indianapolis 500 Mile Race and their hometowns. | IMS Tickets | IMS Gear

Downloads Of Great Indy 500 Radio Broadcasts Available Now!

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 18:40:58 +0000

Fans can purchase and download the complete IMS Radio Network broadcast from selected Indianapolis 500 Mile Races, reliving the magic moments of "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing" at any time. Each race download is in MP3 audio format, which can be listened to on a computer, transferred to an MP3 player such as an iPod or burned to a CD. Each race download costs $9.99, and broadcasts are anywhere from three to more than five hours long. Download Indy 500 Race Broadcasts | IMS Tickets | Indy 500 Gear

Helio Focused; Meira Happy To Back At Indianapolis 500 Test

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:54:56 +0000

Five IndyCar Series drivers tested Wednesday, Sept. 30 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, but it's safe to say none was happier than Vitor Meira. He returned to the cockpit of A.J. Foyt's car for the first time since suffering a serious back injury during the Indianapolis 500 in May. Other drivers testing Wednesday were Marco Andretti, Helio Castroneves, Dario Franchitti and Tomas Scheckter, as preparations continued for the 2010 Indianapolis 500 on Sunday, May 30. Photos: Wednesday / Tuesday | Audio | Indy 500 Tickets | Indy 500 Gear

Historic Indianapolis 500 Videogame Coming To Xbox 360 On Oct. 1

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:35:44 +0000

Experience the birth of modern racing in an open-cockpit, hand-built speed machine racing at 180 mph just a few inches off the ground in Indianapolis 500®: Evolution, a racing simulation for the Xbox 360® videogame system from Microsoft®. Indianapolis 500: Evolution, published by Destineer®, is set from 1961-71 and will be available for sale Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009. Indy 500 Tickets | Indy 500 Gear

2010 Indy 500 Preparations To Accelerate At IMS Test Sept. 29-30

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:54:19 +0000

Preparations for the 2010 Indianapolis 500 will reach top speed during testing Sept. 29-30 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Three-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves and 2007 Indy winner Dario Franchitti are testing tires both days, while Marco Andretti, Vitor Meira and Tomas Scheckter are testing a new rear-wing aerodynamic configuration proposed for the 2010 race. Testing is scheduled from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (ET) both days. Spectators can watch for free from the infield stands south of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum. IMS Tickets | Buy IMS Gear

500 Festival Wins 17 Awards From International Association

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 21:18:45 +0000

The 500 Festival, which advocates and celebrates the spirit, heritage and legacy of the Indianapolis 500 through social, cultural and educational events and programs, earned 17 industry honors from the International Festival and Events Association (IFEA). The 500 Festival earned six Gold Pinnacle Awards, six Silver Pinnacle Awards and five Bronze Pinnacle Awards. 500 Festival | IMS Tickets | Buy IMS Gear

2010 Indianapolis 500 Tickets On Sale Now!

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 16:02:41 +0000

Tickets for the 2010 Indianapolis 500, scheduled for Sunday, May 30 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, are on sale now. Fans have three methods to purchase tickets - online, on the phone or in person at the IMS ticket office. Race Day ticket prices start at just $20! IMS Tickets | Buy Indy 500 Gear

Fans Can Drive IndyCar, Firestone Indy Lights At IMS Through iRacing

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 04:30:22 +0000

Under the terms of a multi-year partnership with the Indy Racing League, iRacing.com's motorsport simulation service will offer fans the opportunity to compete in virtual versions of IndyCar Series and Firestone Indy Lights races on a variety of tracks, including Indianapolis Motor Speedway, beginning this fall on a PC with a broadband Internet connection. Additionally, iRacing will feature faithful digital reproductions of both series' Dallara chassis. iRacing Site | IMS Tickets | Buy IndyCar Gear

Longtime Indianapolis 500 Car Owner Byrd Dies At 57

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 21:58:50 +0000

Jonathan Byrd, co-entrant in 1996 of Arie Luyendyk's all-time Indianapolis 500 record qualifier, passed away Aug. 20 in Greenwood, Ind. He was 57. Byrd, who had been disabled by a stroke since 2004, was a "500" entrant from 1985 until 2001, having aligned himself with a variety of other entrants, including Leader Cards, Inc., A.J. Foyt, Ron Hemelgarn, Dick Simon, Alex Morales, the Machinists Union, Clayton Cunningham, Dennis McCormack and Team Xtreme.

Surprise, Surprise! Fisher Receives New Race Car From Sponsor

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 22:14:55 +0000

Popular Indianapolis 500 veteran Sarah Fisher received quite a surprise when she entered her shop blindfolded Aug. 17 in Indianapolis: A new Dallara chassis, courtesy of sponsor Hartman Oil. IMS Tickets | Buy Indy 500 Gear

OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon Set For May 8, 2010

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 16:52:19 +0000

The OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon, the nation's largest half-marathon, and the Finish Line 500 Festival 5K are scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 8, 2010. the course includes a lap around the famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway oval. Online Registration | IMS Tickets

Al Jr. Grateful To Many Before Motorsports Hall Of Fame Induction

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 22:44:52 +0000

Al Unser Jr. has sketched a brief acceptance speech for Wednesday, Aug. 12, when the two-time Indianapolis 500 winner will be inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America at the Fillmore Theater in Detroit. It's more about thanking and recognizing others who helped Unser accomplish his goals and fulfill his motorsports dreams. IMS Tickets | Buy Indy 500 Gear

De Ferran Returning To Indianapolis 500 As Team Owner In 2010

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 22:01:48 +0000

Gil de Ferran says he's realized one objective and will pursue another with a two-car IndyCar Series team for the 2010 season. De Ferran, the 2003 Indianapolis 500 champion, announced that he will retire from sports car driving at the completion of the American Le Mans Series season to focus on de Ferran Motorsports entering the IndyCar Series, including the Indianapolis 500. IMS Tickets | Buy Indy 500 Gear

Helio On Fast Track To Win Four At Indy In Record Time

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 21:05:48 +0000

After driving to his third Indianapolis 500 victory May 24, Helio Castroneves is standing on the edge of motorsports history. If Castroneves wins with Team Penske next May at Indianapolis, he will have earned four victories in just 10 starts at Indy. Rick Mears is the fastest to four in the "500," earning his fourth victory in his 14th start, in 1991. Renew your 2010 Indianapolis 500 tickets today! IMS Tickets

Indianapolis 500 Veteran Christie Dies At 85

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 19:48:43 +0000

Eight-time Indianapolis 500 starter Bob "Caveman" Christie, whose rather fearsome nickname belied one of the nicest and most mild-mannered gentlemen ever to pull on a racing helmet, died Monday, June 1. Christie, who turned 85 on April 4, had been in ill health for some time.