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Question: John Lewis spoke about the program to bring college students to the track. Why not expand this? Have each team join with a university and have their top students become part of the team. College decals on cars, students rooting for their car, Izod connecting with a key target ...
IndyCar
Question: Well, like her or not, this "big" media moment just shows how far IndyCar has to go to catch up with NASCAR's universal media recognition. Could this "interview" have gone any worse. The blunders are telling. Arguably the series' biggest star appears on Good Morning America and:
A. ...
IndyCar
Question: Montreal just announced the return of the Canadian Grand Prix, with $65 Million in public funds used for the event, but the city of Montreal expects $84 million in tourism dollars. Would Indianapolis and IMS ever use public funds to host race events at the Speedway for the tourism ...
IndyCar
Question: Any word on where Scheckter might end up? (Mike, Wendell, N.C.)
Answer: I haven't spoken to Tomas in a while, but the best bet is D&R.; It's worth noting that I expect someone tries to make a second car at Dale Coyne Racing work. That would be a good seat. As for a follow-up to ...
IndyCar
Tomas Scheckter
Question: I wish Lowe's would sponsor J.R. Hildebrand in IndyCar. Wickedly fast and well-spoken California kid; sound familiar? (John, Zionsville, Ind.)
Answer: Yes. First and third in NASCAR points. I'd like to think J.R. will land a ride, but it won't be with Michael Andretti's team.
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IndyCar
Tony Stewart
Juan Pablo Montoya
Question: More of an observation than anything. In the Nov. 19 posting, all of your entries were from the Southeast (two from North Carolina and one from Mississippi). Wake up IndyCar! There is a market in NASCAR country. Plus, our accent is much more fun than Shane's. (Tony, Charlotte, N.C.)
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IndyCar
Question: I find it interesting so many people in this forum believe ISC is out to kill IndyCar by taking away oval events. Maybe there is some degree of truth to that, but ultimately, ISC is a corporation interested in making money for its shareholders. Would it not be in ISC's best interests ...
IndyCar
Question: I'm not looking to spread rumors here, but do you think Danica is Penske material? It's apparent The Captain (Roger Penske) looks for a quality in a driver, in your opinion, do you think Danica has that? (Mid, Little Neck, N.Y.)
Answer: I really don't think it matters because he's ...
IndyCar
Danica Patrick
Roger Penske
Question: Good to see Izod starting some activation; they've had ads in the New York Times business section the last few days with the IndyCar logo. That's a pretty sizable audiences that's seeing those ads. As others have said, I think this sponsorship is going to be a very good fit for the ...
IndyCar
Question: Fourth and two on your own 28-yard-line and you're up by six points, and you go for it. Who is more nuts: EJ Viso or Bill Belichick? (Shane, Melbourne, Australia)
Answer: This is what I love about you, Shane: You're 4,000 miles away and still relevant! Personally, I'd vote for ...
IndyCar
Question: When the Izod deal was announced, it seemed silly season was starting. I heard rumors about Mutoh going to NHL, RHR going to Andretti. But I haven't heard much since. Are these just rumors? Any idea if JR Hildebrand, Scheckter, or Viso are going to get full or part time rides? (Wendy, ...
IndyCar
Question: Thank you for the story related to Ron Green. This made me very sad. I got to know Ron when he worked at the State House. He was the only person that I could always count on to talk racing, and it was always a pleasure. I guess I should have seen this coming, but it is still a shock. ...
IndyCar
Indianapolis Motor Speedway parted with one of its admirers this week when Ron Green was dismissed as director of public relations.
Details of Green's release were not made public, but it's fair to say his position will not be the last eliminated as new chief executive officer Jeff Belskus ...
IndyCar
Kim Green
Question: I think you might be missing the bigger picture with running the road course at Indy. It is not about getting new local fans; it's about getting people from NY to LA to tune in. that event would generate huge buzz, coverage, and activation opportunities. (Tom, Terrace Park, Ohio)
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IndyCar
Question: As an IndyCar fan I am very excited that a well known company has put their name on the IRL. What is not clear to me is what Izod gets for its money. (Dan, Indianapolis)
Answer: It gets considerable mention in the industry, in the race broadcasts and, as important, it gets the use ...
IndyCar
Danica Patrick
Question: Is there anything you'd like Izod to do with their sponsorship/activation that they're not already known to be planning? (Michael, Sydney, Australia)
Answer: I'd just like them to have a series of TV commercials that are clever. There was resentment to the one last year because of ...
IndyCar
Mario Moraes
Raphael Matos
Question: Regarding a question on the Trackside show last night, Ayrton Senna tested in Phoenix, I believe, in February 1993 as a serious test for Penske. His team, McLaren, had just lost its Honda engines and were looking at a season in the mid-field and his proposed move to the Williams F1 ...
IndyCar
Question: Will Ryan Hunter-Reay be a part of the Izod press conference? Will the company sponsor him? (George, Barstow, Calif.)
Answer: Ryan will be at Indianapolis Motor Speedway today in support of Izod, which will be introduced as the official title sponsor of the IndyCar Series during a 2 ...
IndyCar
Ryan Hunter-Reay
Question: Just watched the 1998 Rio race; I forgot how awesome that track was. What ever happened to it? I would love to see the Indycar series back there especially since they haven't locked in a location for the Brazil race. (Tory, Indianapolis)
Answer: That track is on the site being ...
IndyCar
Question: I am glad to see IZOD is coming on board and anticipate the announcement on Thurs. Is there any truth to the rumor that the deal will include helping Ryan Hunter-Reay find a ride and if so, where do you think he will land? Is there a possibility that we will see Rahal Letterman back ...
