IndyCar to Sanction, Promote Indy Lights Series
Penske Entertainment Corp. President and CEO Mark Miles has announced that IndyCar will become the sanctioning body and promoter of the Indy Lights series following 2021. The agreement was made with Andersen Promotions Owner and CEO Dan Andersen. Indy Lights serves as the final step on the “Road to Indy” ladder system that develops drivers and
Legendary Motorsports Broadcaster Bob Jenkins Dies at 73
Veteran radio and television broadcaster Bob Jenkins died August 9 at age 73 after succumbing to his fight with cancer. The voice of the Liberty, IN, native was heard globally over five decades on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Radio Network. He held several positions over that time, including chief announcer from 1990-1998. Jenkins was one
Female-Led Ownership Group Launches NTT IndyCar Team
Paretta Autosport, a new NTT IndyCar Series race team spearheaded by female automotive and motorsports executive Beth Paretta, has announced its entry for the 105th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. 2010 Indianapolis 500 Rookie of the Year Simona De Silvestro has been announced as the driver for Paretta Autosport, which will utilize Chevrolet power and
Tony Kanaan is the 100th ‘Face’ on the Borg-Warner Trophy
The Borg-Warner Trophy stays on permanent display at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum. The 100th image on the Borg-Warner Trophy, featuring 2013 Indianapolis 500 winner Tony Kanaan, was unveiled to the general public at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum in early December. Cast in a checkerboard pattern with the winner’s
