Longtime readers of this site know what a traditionalist I am when it comes to the Indianapolis 500. Actually, with my disdain for change – I’m pretty much a traditionalist when it comes to just about everything. But you can multiply my appreciation for tradition many times when we’re talking about the Indianapolis 500.
Archive for September, 2016
It’s Time To Start A New Tradition
Posted in IndyCar on September 30, 2016 by OilpressureThe Importance Of Doing Your Homework
Posted in IndyCar on September 28, 2016 by Oilpressure
Whenever anyone attempts to compile a “Greatest of All-Time” list (I refuse to use the GOAT acronym), it is begging to be scrutinized and questioned. I learned that early on in my blogging career. I’ve received nasty e-mails from family members of drivers I left off of some good lists, and an even nastier e-mail from the son of a driver who I included in my Top-Twenty worst Indianapolis 500 drivers of all time. To avoid Google alerts, I’ll not mention the driver’s name – but his car once landed on top of the defending CART champion during a yellow, if that tells you anything.
What Should Josef Newgarden Do?
Posted in IndyCar on September 26, 2016 by Oilpressure
Let’s assume for a moment that the reports that came out last Tuesday are true and that Josef Newgarden is headed for Team Penske for 2017 and beyond. It will more than likely be at the expense of Juan Montoya, who had a sub-par season this past year for The Captain.
The Offseason Is Now Upon Us
Posted in IndyCar on September 23, 2016 by Oilpressure
Now that the Verizon IndyCar Series season has come to a close, it is suddenly dawning on me that we are now officially in the dreaded offseason. But don’t fret! Our offseasons are getting shorter each year.
Does An IndyCar Championship Matter?
Posted in IndyCar on September 21, 2016 by Oilpressure
If you are coming here expecting an article about Nashville’s own, Josef Newgarden, reportedly going to Team Penske – I’m holding off until it is confirmed. Yesterday, Robin Miller reported that Penske is where Newgarden is headed. Supposedly, Newgarden is under contract until September 28th. Until his deal is done, I’ll stay quiet. When and if it’s confirmed that Penske is in fact his destination, I saw enough pontificating on social media yesterday to give me plenty to talk about. Until then, I’ve got other opinions to talk about.
Random Thoughts On Sonoma
Posted in IndyCar on September 19, 2016 by Oilpressure
The Verizon IndyCar Series has closed the books on the 2016 season. To say that it was in riveting fashion would be a stretch. Not to be negative, but yesterday’s season finale at Sonoma Raceway was one of the more boring races I’ve seen in a while.
Sonoma Preview
Posted in IndyCar on September 16, 2016 by Oilpressure
What has mostly been a two-horse race for the past month or so, will finally be whittled down to one on Sunday. The Verizon IndyCar Series visits Sonoma Raceway this weekend for the season finale in the GoPro Grand Prix of Sonoma that will decide the entire points battle – not only who wins the championship, but where others will fall in the final standings.
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