Indy 500 : An American Icon

by Julie A. Studer

This timeless volume provides an overview of the tradition and excitement of the great race, and components of IndyCar racing. It offers background on the track and traditions of the IndyCar & Indy 500 history and covers multiple perspectives – profiles of select teams, drivers leagues administration and racing fans.

It looks at cars and equipment, racing costs, how testing/qualification works and factors that influence outcomes (car specifications, driver skill and experience, depth of financial resources, etc.). It captures the fascination, respect and awe that aspiring participants hold for the Indy 500 as the ultimate benchmark by which team, car and driver performance are measured.

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"Every race I run is in preparation for the Indianapolis 500. Indy is the most important thing in my life. It is what I live for. If you win Indy, you're in elite company. Even if you win it once. Indy just has so much history and tradition. It's the most important race in the world."

- Al Unser, Jr.