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The IRL was launched
by the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Corporation in
1996. In nine years the IRL has tripled the size of
its series with races in twelve of the country's top
media markets. The IRL is an outstanding opportunity
to reach fans with the message of corporate America.
The number of league and team sponsors has increased
dramatically since 1996 with all sponsors enjoying
total television exposure value of $260 million in
2000. It's no wonder motorsports is the single fastest
growing spectator sport in America!
The Indy Racing
League is an American open-wheel racing series built
upon the rich traditions and pageantry of the world
famous Indianapolis 500 Mile Race. More than 1.3
million fans attended IndyCar events in 2003. The
legendary Indianapolis 500 Mile Race, the cornerstone
event, is the world’s largest single day spectator
sporting event. The IndyCar series is powered by three
of the world’s most prestigious automotive brands:
Chevrolet, Honda and Toyota.
In 2005, the series
schedule consists of 17 weekend long events in the top
markets of America. With greater fan access to
drivers and teams, highly sophisticated technology and
the closest, most thrilling finishes in the history of
motorsports the IRL has proven to be a fan favorite.
Infinity Pro Series
The Infiniti Pro
Series is the official support series of the Indy
Racing League. In 2005, the series consists of
thirteen races that support Indy Racing League events
and one race that supports the Formula One United
States Grand Prix in Indianapolis. The Series began in
2002 as a training ground for aspiring IndyCar
drivers. The “spec” chassis and engine provide equal
opportunity for all participants within a
cost-controlled environment. The chassis is supplied
by Dallara Automobili of Parma, Italy and the engine
is a modified version of the Infiniti Q45 V8 producing
over 450 horsepower in the 1450 pound machine. |
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