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11/24 :: Wilson: My season
Justin Wilson, who completed his second IZOD IndyCar Series season, gave Dale Coyne Racing its first victory. He reviews his 2009 season in a narrative for indycar.com.
I have had a fun season and I think it's been a good year of racing for ...
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11/24 :: Sarah Fisher Racing on the move
Sarah Fisher Racing has begun moving into a facility -- a few doors down from its current Indianapolis shop -- that will triple its space to 15,000 square feet.
The news comes on the heels of the announcement that the team would expand Sarah ...
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11/23 :: It's in the notebook
Obligations as the IZOD IndyCar Series champion kept Scott Dixon busy for much of the off-season last year. This year, he's kicking back more - enjoying time with his wife, Emma, and 5-month-old daughter Poppy.
"The only time you want the long ...
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11/23 :: VP of PR Griffin steps down
Indy Racing League Vice President of Public Relations John Griffin has submitted his resignation, effective Dec. 18.
"John has been a valued part of our organization and he will be missed," said Terry Angstadt, president of the commercial division ...
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11/22 :: Kanaan, Moraes in star-studded kart lineup
IZOD IndyCar Series drivers Tony Kanaan and Mario Moraes will race against some of Brazil's top racers in the star-studded field for the International Challenge of Champions karting event on Nov. 28-29 in Florianopolis, Brazil.
Also entered in the ...
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Mario Moraes
Felipe Giaffone
11/22 :: Mutoh: My season
Hideki Mutoh, who completed his second season in the IZOD IndyCar Series and with Andretti Green Racing, reviews his year in a narrative for indycar.com.
This year was my second year with Andretti Green Racing and in IndyCar Series. In the ...
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11/19 :: Power: My season
Well, the 2009 season was certainly one that I will never forget. For many reasons, this was one of my best seasons in racing. That may sound a bit strange, considering I only competed in six races, but I really learned a lot this season and I know ...
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11/19 :: Kanaan: My season
It was a physically and mentally bruising season for Tony Kanaan, who wound up sixth in the standings. The 2004 series champion reviews the '09 season in a narrative for indycar.com.
I'm going to take the positive approach on the 2009 season. But ...
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11/19 :: IZOD IndyCar Series bolsters PVH
Phillips-Van Heusen chairman and CEO Emanuel Chirico likes the trends he's seeing relating to the company's 26 brands, including IZOD's foray into motorsports.
Two weeks ago, IZOD was introduced as the title sponsor of the newly named IZOD IndyCar ...
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11/19 :: Full-season deal
Story will be updated this acternoon
Penske Racing announced that Will Power will compete in a full-season entry for the team in the 2010 IZOD IndyCar Series, driving the No. 12 Verizon Wireless Dallara/Honda.
Power will join forces with Team ...
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11/19 :: Iowa Speedway tickets on sale Nov. 21
Season ticket packages at Iowa Speedway, which includes the IZOD IndyCar Series-Firestone Indy Lights race weekend in June, go on sale Nov. 21.
So what are some of the benefits? Reserved grandstand seats for all major race events, free Fan Walk ...
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11/19 :: Will Power/Penske Racing Teleconference Transcript
AN INTERVIEW WITH WILL POWER AND TIM CINDRIC
THE MODERATOR: Good afternoon and welcome today's IZOD IndyCar Series teleconference.Earlier today, Penske Racing made an announcement that Will Power will be driving the No. 12 Verizon Wireless ...
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11/18 :: Patrick: My season
Danica Patrick reviews her 2009 season, which included a career-high fifth place in the championship standings, in a narrative for indycar.com.
It's hard to look back at 2009 and not feel a little bit frustrated or just want to shrug your ...
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Danica Patrick
11/18 :: Kimball featured in Parade Magazine
Firestone Indy Lights driver Charlie Kimball is featured in Parade Magazine in a section about November being National Diabetes Awareness Month.
Kimball, diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in October 2007, tells his story about how he ...
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11/17 :: Series on board
As the USS New York takes its position in the Atlantic Fleet based in Norfolk, Va., it will carry memorabilia from a historic Central New York racetrack and one of its featured races.
IZOD IndyCar Series drivers who competed in the 2009 Camping ...
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11/17 :: Howard wraps MTV storyline Nov. 18
Can IZOD IndyCar Series driver Jay Howard help Lauren pass her final test so the teen can attend the mtvU Woodie Awards?
Howard wraps his four-week "Real World Road Rules Challenge" promotion at 10 p.m. (EST) Nov. 18 on MTV.
He's lent driving ...
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Jay Howard
11/16 :: Carpenter: My season
Vision Racing driver Ed Carpenter reviews the 2009 season, which included a career-high finish in a thrilling race at Kentucky Speedway, in a narrative for indycar.com.
While we achieved some new highs as a team and made definite progress this ...
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11/16 :: Castroneves dresses for the occasion
Reigning Indianapolis 500 champion Helio Castroneves is featured in multimedia promotions for HCA East Florida. "The right care, right here, right now," is the tagline.
Health Corporation of America is the nation's leading provider of quality ...
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11/16 :: It's in the notebook
IZOD IndyCar Series driver Justin Wilson will join Jim and Monica Sexton of Z-Line Designs furniture and NASCAR driver Kyle Busch at an event in Miami on Nov. 19 to raise funds for Operation Helmet.
The event, which will be held at Nikki Beach Club ...
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11/13 :: Safety first for all ages
Whether driving on four wheels or two, Ed Carpenter advocates a safety-first approach. So the Vision Racing driver was a natural to be the host of Riley Hospital for Children's Web-based "Racing for Safety" video series.
The recently-launched ...
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11/13 :: Get tickets to Glen, Infineon events
Tickets go on sale for IZOD IndyCar Series race weekends at Infineon Raceway (today) and Watkins Glen International (Nov. 14).
The IZOD IndyCar Series and Firestone Indy Lights will compete on the scenic 3.37-mile Watkins Glen International ...
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11/12 :: Additional leverage
Firestone Racing executive director Al Speyer discusses how the IZOD title sponsorship can be used in conjunction with other series sponsors to expand the reach. CLICK TO LISTEN
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11/12 :: Catch Angstadt on "Wind Tunnel" Nov. 15
Terry Angstadt, president of the Indy Racing League's commercial division, is scheduled to be a guest of Dave Despain on the Nov. 15 edition of "Wind Tunnel" (9 p.m. EST) on SPEED.
The main topic, obviously, will be the IZOD IndyCar Series title ...
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11/11 :: Team backing
Dreyer & Reinbold Racing co-owner Dennis Reinbold talks about how the title sponsorship could open doors for teams to enlist financial backers. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
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11/11 :: Honoring veterans
Courtesy of Panther Racing
Just over two years ago, the landscape of Panther Racing experienced a dynamic change. After nearly 10 years of sponsorship programs that featured motor oil, electronics companies and energy drinks - the colors and ...
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Dan Wheldon
John Barnes
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11/11 :: Duno to greet fans Nov. 14 at Miami event
IZOD IndyCar Series driver Milka Duno will autograph copies of her bilingual children's book "Go, Milka Go!" and greet fans from noon to 3 p.m. (EST) Nov. 14 at the bububooks.com booth as part of the 2009 Miami Book Fair International Street Fair. ...
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11/10 :: Operational influx
Indy Racing League president of competition and racing operations Brian Barnhart talks about what the IZOD title sponsorship brings to teams that compete in the IZOD IndyCar Series for the full 2010 season and about the creative two-seater program. ...
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11/10 :: AAA Hoosier Insurance renews with Fisher
AAA Hoosier Insurance announced that it has renewed its contract with veteran IZOD IndyCar Series driver/owner Sarah Fisher.
AAA Hoosier Insurance will continue to be a personal sponsor of Fisher and will remain an associate sponsor on Fisher's No. ...
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11/10 :: In full swing
Maybe Ryan Hunter-Reay and Graham Rahal will follow in the spike marks of Tom Brady and Phil Mickelson with cameo appearances on HBO's "Entourage."
The IZOD IndyCar Series drivers proved their mettle Nov. 9 as they participated in the Budweiser and ...
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11/09 :: Utilizing past, present
Many years and unused frequent flier miles ago, Terry Angstadt was the president, CEO and a member of the board of directors of Fila Sports Inc., a leading international brand of active sportswear and athletic footwear.
So the president of the Indy ...
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11/09 :: Shaq says 'vote for Rafa'
Now this is using the big guns.
Shaquille O'Neal gave a shout out via Twitter this past weekend to "Vote for my man, driver Raphael Matos, for Autosport Rookie of the Year." Shaq has more than 2.6 Twitter followers.
Matos, the IndyCar Series' ...
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11/09 :: Hunter-Reay: My season
It was an interesting season, to say the least. To begin with, I signed my contract with Vision Racing just before the first practice at St. Pete. There was so much uncertainty over the off-season, an emotional rollercoaster I'd rather not ride ...
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11/06 :: Rahal, Howard head karting field
Graham Rahal, along with 2004 Indianapolis 500 winner Buddy Rice and 2006 Firestone Indy Lights champion Jay Howard, has joined the field of competitors for the fourth PRI CKI All-Star Karting Classic on Dec. 10 in Orlando, Fla.
The event, on a ...
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Buddy Rice
11/06 :: 'The sky's the limit'
Ryan Hunter-Reay officially joined the IZOD team as a brand spokesman in July 2008 - conveniently the same weekend he won the IndyCar Series race at Watkins Glen International.
Obviously, he couldn't be more pleased with the announcement of the ...
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11/05 :: What's in a name?
Back when men wore topcoats, an American by the name of Vin Draddy - who was president of the David Crystal Co., makers of fine women's dresses in New York - was vacationing in London when he paused in Jack Izod's tailor shop.
Draddy, who was ...
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11/05 :: Perfect fit
In July 2008, Phillips-Van Heusen announced an agreement with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the sanctioning Indy Racing League that designated the IZOD brand as the official apparel sponsor of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, IndyCar Series and ...
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11/05 :: Series timeline
Timeline of the IZOD IndyCar Series since North American open-wheel racing unification under Indy Racing League sanctioning:
Feb. 22, 2008
Officials of the Indy Racing League and Champ Car World Series complete an agreement that will unify the ...
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11/05 :: Activation: Key element
There won't be an IZOD IndyCar Series float in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (BTW, did you know there's a new parade route this year?) on Nov. 26 though that likely is an idea in incubation for Michael Kelly.
The executive vice president of ...
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11/05 :: What they're saying
What they're saying about the IZOD IndyCar Series:
John Barnes, Managing Partner & CEO, Panther Racing
"This is great news for the IndyCar Series. Most importantly, it has always been and will continue to be important that whoever is our series ...
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11/05 :: IZOD IndyCar Series Announcement, Teleconference Combined Transcript
An interview with Jeff Belskus, Brian Barnhart,
Ryan Hunter-Reay and Mike Kelly
IZOD IndyCar Series Announcement
THE MODERATOR: Good afternoon, everyone. We welcome you, appreciate you taking the time to join us. Special welcome to those ...
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11/04 :: Get tickets for Fluid Film Pole Day
Infineon Raceway and Eureka Chemical Company have entered into a two-year relationship for the manufacturer of Fluid Film to be the title sponsor of qualifying day for the IndyCar Series race weekend in August 2010 and 2011.
Fluid Film is a unique ...
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Dario Franchitti
11/03 :: Briscoe: My season
This past season was the best of my career even though I fell short of the IndyCar Series championship. If nothing else, it was a breakthrough season for me as I was able to run consistently at the front of the field and be a constant contender for ...
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11/03 :: Howard returns to MTV show
Jay Howard returns Nov. 4 (10 p.m. EST) to MTV's "Real World Road Rules Challenge" to lend driving tips to a contestant, Lauren.
Howard will continue to guide Lauren through a series of challenges on her way to the mtvU Woodie Awards in December. ...
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11/03 :: Open dialogue
Laptop tucked under his right arm, Eric Cowdin strides to the Team Penske pit stand for the initial practice session. Centering his belt buckle and re-checking his black trousers for any errant smudge, all is in order for his debut as Ryan Briscoe's ...
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11/02 :: Drivers head to SEMA
IndyCar Series drivers Marco Andretti, Sarah Fisher and Jay Howard are among the celebrities scheduled to appear during the 2009 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas on Nov. 3-6.
Andretti will appear on Nov. 3 in the ...
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11/02 :: Bridgestone deal with F1 won't affect IndyCar Series
Bridgestone Corp. plans to stop supplying tires for Formula One after its contract expires following the 2010 season.
Its sister company, Firestone, will continue to be the exclusive tire supplier to the IndyCar Series and Firestone Indy Lights. ...
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11/01 :: Dixon: My season
Although I fell just short of winning the IndyCar Series championship after winning it in 2008, the 2009 season was a continuation of the success that started for me in 2006.
It goes back to the team. The seasons in 2006, '07, '08 and '09 - to come ...
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10/29 :: Here comes the groom
Ryan Briscoe hadn't provided much heavy lifting regarding wedding day details - save for a few "yes, of course, that's nice" remarks before Oct. 10 -- his mind had been occupied with winning the IndyCar Series championship.
Maybe that will change ...
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10/28 :: Wheldon returns to Panther for 2010
Panther Racing confirmed that Dan Wheldon will return to the cockpit of its familiar No. 4 car for the 2010 season.
Wheldon, the 2005 IndyCar Series and Indianapolis 500 champion, finished 10th in the standings this year, with a second-place finish ...
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10/27 :: 'When the planets do align'
Special to indycar.com
J.R. Hildebrand was kind of at loose ends at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
The 21-year old from Sausalito, Calif., had clinched the 2009 Firestone Indy Lights championship five weeks earlier at Chicagoland Speedway. He ...
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