This year’s 100th Running of the Indianapolis 500 featured the largest assembly of vintage Indy cars ever assembled in one place. Veteran automotive journalist Jim McCraw was there for the spectacle, and here’s his report. Continue reading
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The Worst Pace Cars in Indianapolis 500 History
REVISED AND UPDATED — Since 1911, some 100 vehicles have been chosen to serve as pace car for the Indianapolis 500. Hey, they can’t all be winners. Here are some of the more unfortunate selections. Continue reading
Two Wheels Too Many: The Story of the Pat Clancy Special
The Pat Clancy Special of 1948-49 easily qualifies as one of the strangest cars ever to run in the Indianapolis 500. Here’s the story behind this unique machine. Continue reading
Another Look at the Indy Roadster Era
Mac’s Motor City Garage takes a fond look back at maybe the greatest Indy cars ever, the fabulous roadsters. Here’s a brief history and giant photo gallery. Continue reading
A Most Remarkable Engine: The Duray U16
Leon Duray’s entry in the 1931 Indy 500—a supercharged, 16-cylinder two-stroke—was a complete failure, but that doesn’t make it one bit less fascinating. Join us for a closer look at one of the most unusual racing engines ever built. Continue reading
Video: Crucible of Speed—the 1946 Indianapolis 500
Watch the early heroes of the Indy 500, including Ray Harroun, Ralph DePalma, and Wilbur Shaw, trade famous racing stories in this wonderful 1946 Firestone color film, Crucible of Speed. This will make your day, race fans. Continue reading
Jim Hurtubise and the Mallard-Offy
Here’s one of the most beloved stories in Speedway history: the tale of Jim Hurtubise and his Mallard-Offy, the last roadster to race in the Indianapolis 500. Continue reading