Revisit the life and times of Bobby Unser, one of the true greats of American auto racing, in this moving and fitting tribute from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Continue reading
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Video: Donald Davidson on the 1911 Marmon Wasp
The Marmon Wasp that won the first Indy 500 in 1911 is easily one of the most important race cars in existence. Here, renowned historian Donald Davidson tells its story. Continue reading
Video: Bill Vukovich Wins The 1954 Indy 500
Here’s an awesome 13-minute film summary of the 1954 Indianapolis 500 with an extra treat: It’s in color. Continue reading
Smokey Yunick’s Winged Watson-Offy
Who was the first to use an aerodynamic wing on a race car? We wouldn’t attempt to tackle that one, but we can name one of the early adopters: Smokey Yunick at Indy in 1962. Continue reading
Video: Secrets of AJ Foyt’s Watson-Offy Roadster
Join Donald Davidson of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum as he tells the story of the last roadster to win the Indy 500, AJ Foyt’s Watson-Offy. Continue reading
Video: Parnelli Jones and Bobby Unser remember Andy Granatelli
Andy Granatelli was one of the great characters in American motorsports. Here are two more characters, Parnelli Jones and Bobby Unser, with some memorable stories about Andy. Continue reading
Video: Cummins Diesel at the Indy 500
Cummins Diesel has a long and glorious history at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. This original Cummins film from 1952 tells the story. Continue reading