The Jigger Award

The Jigger Award The Jigger Award was an award presented annually by the American Auto Racing Writers and Broadcasters Association (AARWBA) at the Indianapolis 500.…

The Balloon Spectacle

One of the long-standing pre-race traditions at the Indianapolis 500 was the Balloon Spectacle. Thousands of multi-colored, helium-filled balloons were released into the air above…

The Grass Strip

In 1957, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway underwent a major improvement along the frontstretch pit lane. Prior to 1957, the pit area was located along the…