Andretti selling stake in marketing firm as part of settlement
Co-owners John Lopes and A. Starke Taylor claimed Andretti had improperly allocated money from Andretti Sports Marketing LLC to help fund his race team.
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Andretti denies lawsuit claim that IndyCar team in dire straits
Two partners in Andretti Sports Marketing contend that Michael Andretti's racing team is on the brink of insolvency. They've sued for control of the marketing and promotions firm.
Tony Stewart sued over 2014 death on sprint track
The family of a young driver struck and killed by Tony Stewart's car on an upstate New York sprint racing track filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the NASCAR star and Indiana native Friday.
IndyCar TV ratings hitting major milestones on cable
The Aug. 2 broadcast of the Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio drew 660,000 viewers, making it the most watched IndyCar race on NBC Sports Network since the open-wheel series signed its deal with the cable channel in 2008.
IndyCar official Walker to step down at end of season
IndyCar’s president of competition and operations is leaving “to pursue other professional opportunities,” the series announced Thursday.
Opinion: NASCAR blew it on Brickyard rules package
NASCAR has tried to create a rules package that produces dramatic racing, but Sunday’s race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway featured just 16 lead changes. If there was a way to bottle what IndyCar does on ovals, NASCAR would buy it in truckloads.
IndyCar creates conduct code to limit criticism
The new code comes after June race where many drivers complained about dangerous pack racing conditions and were critical of series management.
Fisher hopes to capitalize on recent IndyCar success
Carpenter Fisher Hartman Racing’s first one-two IndyCar finish could put Sarah Fisher in a position to take her team to a new level.
IndyCar mandates closure panels to keep cars on the ground
IndyCar is mandating the use of panels on the rear wheel guards for the remaining three superspeedway races. Tuesday's action is in response to three cars going airborne during preparation for the Indianapolis 500.
Montoya racks up $2.4 million for Indy 500 win
Juan Pablo Montoya will receive $2,449,055 for his Indianapolis 500 victory on Sunday. The Colombian driver’s earnings were part of a $13,397,315 overall purse announced at the annual victory banquet Monday.
In white-knuckle shootout, Montoya wins second Indy 500
Despite a finish in which several drivers had a shot, there was little doubt that the winning team would either be Team Penske or Chip Ganassi Racing. Their drivers dominated the field and led 193 of 200 laps.
George’s push for softer walls likely saved Hinchcliffe
When James Hinchcliffe slammed into a wall at more than 220 mph, he hit an energy-absorbing barrier that likely saved his life. The origins of that barrier began at Indianapolis Motor Speedway with Tony George.
IndyCar racing into Boston for 2016 Labor Day weekend
The footprint of the IndyCar Series will expand to Boston in 2016 with the addition of a street race, officials announced Thursday. The agreement extends through 2020.
Michael Andretti diversifies racing empire in myriad directions
Michael Andretti runs a diverse motorsports business as leader of the 120-employee holding company for Andretti Autosport and Andretti Sports Marketing.
Honda’s oval package could make Indy 500 different race
After watching rival Chevrolet dominate the first five races this season—all on road and street courses—the switch to Indianapolis’ historic 2.5-mile oval is giving Honda a chance to restart.
Race organizers shake up May schedule in Indianapolis
The new IndyCar aero kits have distinctively different looks, fans are talking again about increased speeds and possible bumping for the Indianapolis 500, and the drivers have booked almost the entire month for the historic Brickyard.
Sarah Fisher planning karting facility in Speedway
The 60,000-square-foot Speedway Indoor Karting center is scheduled to open in April 2016, one month before the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500.
Danica Patrick losing GoDaddy as primary car sponsor
The 33-year-old Patrick is in the final year of her contract at Stewart-Haas Racing and landing a primary sponsor could be key to her NASCAR future.
Formula E series could race at Speedway
The all-electric Formula E race series has been so successful in its first year that some insiders are talking about its cars competing at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and even filling the grid of the Indianapolis 500.
IndyCar forcing manufacturers to strengthen body components
The enhancements, announced Thursday, are intended to minimize the amount of damage involved in car-to-car contact and reduce the amount of debris littering the track — or hurdling over catch fences and into spectator areas.