Brickyard 400 profitable despite falling crowds, experts say
Despite sharp attendance declines in recent years at the Brickyard 400, the NASCAR event remains hugely profitable for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, motorsports industry experts say.
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Ron Howard to lead Brickyard 400 field in pace car
Indianapolis Motor Speedway officials announced Friday that the Oscar-winning director would lead the field before the July 29 race at the storied 2.5-mile track.
Dealmaking, construction picking up on Speedway’s Main Street
The six-block stretch just outside the front door of the historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway was desolate when the town of Speedway formed a redevelopment commission in June 2005.
BENNER: Why not finish the IndyCar season at 16th and Georgetown?
It’s time to think out of the Speedway box.
Reports of owner discord circulate around IndyCar CEO Bernard
A Speed.com report claims IndyCar founder Tony George and a handful of team owners are behind a charge to have Randy Bernard fired. Also listed were team owners John Barnes, Kevin Kalkhoven, Michael Andretti and his father, Mario.
Franchitti earns nearly $2.5 million for Indy 500 win
Dario Franchitti landed $2,474,280 from an overall purse of $13,285,815 for Sunday's victory. The four-time series champion from Scotland became just the 10th driver to win IndyCar's signature event at least three times.
Indy 500 in the books, but heat isn’t a record
Fans sought shade under the grandstands and beneath umbrellas. Misting stations got a healthy workout. But Sunday's Indianapolis 500 won't go down in the record books as the hottest in the 101-year history of the race.
Indy speedway replaces stage following inspection
A temporary outdoor stage set up to entertain race fans at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway has been replaced after it failed to meet new safety standards enacted by the state following last year's deadly stage collapse at the Indiana State Fair.
AT THE TRACK: Viso busts out personal best
IBJ's video series captures up-and-coming driver E.J. Viso as he scores a third-row starting position in qualifying, a big leap from his previous best at the Indy 500.
IMS officials hope new cars boost attendance, TV ratings
Gearheads are sure to be excited over the new engine and chassis package at the Indianapolis 500 this year, but IMS and IndyCar Series officials hope the highly publicized changes will be enough to grab the attention of more casual fans and create an attendance and TV ratings boost.
New ads reflect IMS’ more-aggressive sponsorship mindset
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is selling advertising along the world-famous, 103-year-old race course for the first time ever, a break with tradition that promises to boost its financial firepower as racetracks nationwide are struggling.
AT THE TRACK: Day of practice leaves room for improvement
IBJ follows driver E.J. Viso and his team of engineers and mechanics during a sometimes-frustrating practice day at the Speedway.
AT THE TRACK: Viso ready to hit higher gear
The 26-year-old Venezuelan driver E.J. Viso hopes this year's Indy 500 will be his next step toward a breakout season, propelled by greater patience, a new race engineer and the tutelage of Jimmy Vasser.
Judge orders Clear Channel to sell key Speedway parcel
The town of Speedway will pay Clear Channel $189,000 for its interest in a key piece of property near the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Dollar General to sponsor Newgarden in Indy 500
Newgarden has been impressive through the first three races this season, and started on the front row of last week's race at Long Beach.
Are corporate gift policies inhospitable?
Sober times have made no-no’s of many of the perks that once greased business relationships.
Tony George Jr. new boss of IndyCar feeder series
The changes to the Indy Lights series continue a management overhaul begun by IndyCar Series CEO Randy Bernard late last fall.
IndyCar’s new big wheels steer series toward future
With the loss of two of its biggest stars after last season, the IndyCar Series faces a stiff challenge ramping up its television ratings, attendance and overall financial fortunes. Marc Koretzky is among the fresh faces driving series toward profitability.
Hulman & Co. adds heavy-hitters to board
Hulman & Co. has added four prominent businessmen to its board of directors. The move marks the second major addition to its board in 13 months.
BENNER: List of best sports palaces had just one Hoosier entry
On a recent list of great sports venues, The Indianapolis Motor Speedway was not included. Are you kidding me?