IRL Ministry: Helping hand in community
Bob Hills, director and chaplain of IRL Ministry, talks about the outreach programs and at-track roles of the organization.
IRL Ministry: Helping hand to communities
Bob Hills, director and chaplain of IRL Ministry, talks about the outreach programs and at-track roles of the organization.
Full house: Drivers test at Mid-Ohio
Seventeen driver/car combinations were on the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course July 29 to prepare for the Aug. 6-8 Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio presented by Westfield Insurance.
In the blog: Eating healthy on the road
Many IZOD IndyCar Series drivers bring their favorite foods with them while on the road, which partly is why you're more apt to get an autograph/photo while shopping in the organic produce section of a grocery store than a hamburger joint.
“;My Dream Job”; segment features series
In a July 28 segment on "The Early Show" on CBS, anchor Erica Hill drove an IndyCar on the Exhibition Place street circuit as part of the show's "My Dream Job" summer series.
Series security chief among panel members
Indy Racing League director of security Charles Burns will join United States Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and other speakers for the inaugural National Sports Safety and Security Conference and Exhibition next week in New Orleans.
Jorda: “;Pushing harder”; in second half
First-year Firestone Indy Lights competitor Carmen Jorda of Spain says getting acclimated with the car and racetracks -- including running on ovals for the first time in her career -- have been the biggest challenges.
Power”;s consolation: Increased points lead
Will Power didn't make it three victories in a row, which would have the accomplishments of three other IZOD IndyCar Series drivers, but the 43 points earned in the Honda Indy Edmonton is ample consolation.
Creating time: Art of signing on the go
Advice to fans seeking autographs at the track during IZOD IndyCar Series race weekends: Drivers walking from Point A to B are fair game and they expect it. Drivers on their scooters are running late or have a commitment so try not to impede their progress.
Chief steward: “;We”;ll ... act appropriately”;
Indy Racing League president of competition and racing operations Brian Barnhart said any potential fine or penalty levied on Helio Castroneves won't be announced until he has the opportunity to talk with the Team Penske driver.
Castroneves”; side: On IndyCar Weekly
Helio Castroneves, who incurred a black flag for blocking Team Penske teammate Will Power late in the Honda Indy Edmonton, talks about the decision and apologizes for his post-race reaction on IndyCar Weekly.
Power”;s consolation: Increased lead
Will Power didn't make it three victories in a row, which would have the accomplishments of three other IZOD IndyCar Series drivers, but the 43 points earned in the Honda Indy Edmonton is ample consolation.
Wheldon creates special treat for troops
Dan Wheldon, driver of the No. 4 National Guard Panther Racing car, traded in his racing gloves for floured hands and sourdough bread during a visit July 26 to San Francisco's historic Boudin Bakery at Fisherman's Wharf.
KV Racing by numbers: 6-7-8-9 finish
Before the green flag for the Honda Indy Edmonton, it was announced that Honda Canada and IZOD IndyCar Series driver Paul Tracy had raised more than $112,578 for Make-A-Wish Canada through a program in which fans in Toronto and Edmonton had the opportunity to sign the race suits worn by Tracy for a donation.
Before the green flag for the Honda Indy Edmonton, it was announced that Honda Canada and IZOD IndyCar Series driver Paul Tracy had raised more than $112,578 for Make-A-Wish Canada through a program in which fans in Toronto and Edmonton had the opportunity to sign the race suits worn by Tracy for a donation.
Helio Castroneves, who was issued a blocking penalty late in the Honda Indy Edmonton, issued this statement after three hours after the race at City Centre Airport:
Five things to watch in the 95-lap race
Five things to note while watching the Honda Indy Edmonton on the 1.973-mile, 14-turn City Centre Airport circuit.
Design your own aero kit for 2012 chassis
The IndyCar Safety Cell will be the base of the 2012 IZOD IndyCar Series car. Its clothing -- in the form of aero kits -- will be designed, manufactured and marketed to potential teams to purchase.
Honda Indy Edmonton Daily Trackside Report - July 25
Three-year deal keeps Edmonton on sked
The Octane Racing Group will take over promotion of the Indy Edmonton for three years at City Centre Airport.
Hinchcliffe holds on for second victory
James Hinchcliffe won the Edmonton 100 from the pole, holding off J.K. Vernay over 50 laps.
Dixon prevails in wild Edmonton finish
Scott Dixon won the Honda Indy Edmonton as race leader Helio Castroneves was issued a drive-thru penalty for blocking entering Turn 1 on a Lap 92 restart.
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