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A fan in a hot dog shirt looking at the Wienie 500 starting grid (Photo: Greg Kallman/FanAmp)

6 Reasons Why IndyCar's Hot Dog Race is the Sponsorship Every Series Should Order Off the Menu

Oscar Mayer's Wienie 500 outdrew actual IndyCar races in viewership. 6 reasons this hot dog sponsorship is a blueprint every racing series should study.

IndyCar

Wienie 500

Indianapolis 500

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Greg Kallman

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8/26/2026

Jacob Abel: “I've Pictured and Envisioned Myself Sitting on That Grid So Many Times Before”

Jacob Abel is seeking Indy 500 redemption. Here’s how Jacob returns to his childhood dream race with Abel Motorsports after being bumped by Rinus VeeKay in 2025.

ABEL Motorsports

IndyCar

Indianapolis 500

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

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6/17/2026

IndyCar drivers take on the banking at Monza during the Race of Two Worlds (Photo credit: IMS Photo)

When Formula 1 and IndyCar Went to War at Monza

The home of the Italian Grand Prix became the home of an intense battle between open-wheel disciplines at the 1957 Race of Two Worlds.

Formula 1

IndyCar

Autodromo Nazionale di Monza

Indianapolis 500

Elizabeth Blackstock

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9/2/2026

Hotdoggers on the grid for the Wienie 500 (Source: Oscar Mayer)

The Wienie 500: Why This Race is a ‘Buns-in-a-Lifetime’ Opportunity

Once a year, six Wienermobiles converge on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Wienie 500—a two-lap dash for motorsports' most delicious trophy.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Indianapolis 500

Greg Kallman

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8/26/2026

Josef Newgarden, IndyCar driver for Team Penske (FanAmp)

Josef Newgarden Taught Me to Redefine Success

Winning the Indy 500 was Josef Newgarden’s dream, but winning and competing at such an elite level has costs. Here’s how he learned to thrive despite the pressure.

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7/29/2026

Josef Newgarden at the 2025 Indianapolis 500

Josef Newgarden: 'The Aftermath of Winning is Almost Like a Punishment, But You Have to Understand Why'

After two championships and two Indy 500 wins, Josef Newgarden isn’t done in IndyCar. But how does he handle the pressure and what makes the scary moments fun?

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7/29/2026

Mandy Curi with Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz

How Fast Laps at Church Led to a Career Interviewing Racing Icons with Mandy Curi

Mandy Curi went from setting lap times with her dad to serving as a RACER journalist and presenter. Here’s how she turned a family passion into a motorsport career.

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8/20/2026

Alex Frick the Andretti Global Content Producer

How Hundreds of LinkedIn Applications Led to Producing Andretti Global’s Content with Alex Frick

How a LinkedIn Easy Apply position led Alex Frick to become Andretti Global’s Content Producer responsible for managing their IndyCar social media presence.

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5/14/2026

Hélio Castroneves on the start grid before the Indy 500

Hélio Castroneves: “I'm going to do anything I can to beat my teammates”

How Hélio Castroneves made history winning the Indy 500 four times and what keeps this IndyCar driver and Meyer Shank Racing team owner returning for his 26th start.

IndyCar

Indianapolis 500

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

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6/3/2026

Bobby Rahal and Mike Lanigan at the private screening of Stay in the Race

Why Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing Is Urging People To ‘Stay in the Race’

RLL Racing and Edwards Lifesciences urge people to ‘Stay in the Race’ to ensure they have a fighting chance against heart valve failure.

IndyCar

Indianapolis 500

Grand Prix of Long Beach

Logan Fung

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5/28/2026

How an NHL intern ended up managing Indy NXT communications with Emma Brodbar | FanAmp Fast Lane

From NHL intern to Indy NXT communications, discover how Emma Brodbar landed her dream role in record time and her advice for breaking into racing.

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1/22/2026

The Legendary Game Born from the Indy 500: 'It's All About the Smiles'

What do you get mixing football, bowling, and beer? FOWLING! Discover the game Chris Hutt created at the Indy 500 that has become a race fan tradition for decades.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Greg Kallman

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1/14/2026

Jacob Donahue working for ABEL Motorsports

How a Coca-Cola 600 Shirt Sparked a Career in Motorsports PR with Jacob Donahue | FanAmp Fast Lane

A Coca-Cola 600 souvenir inspired Jacob Donahue’s job at ABEL Motorsports. Learn his keys to a successful PR & Marketing career at the final step of the IndyCar ladder.

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12/3/2025

Marcus Ericsson doing press during the Indy 500 weekend

Marcus Ericsson: "Winning the Indy 500 makes all your sacrifices worth it"

Marcus Ericsson left Formula 1 for IndyCar and won the Indy 500. Discover the real story behind the move, his F1 struggles, and his future with Andretti.

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11/12/2025

How Does Qualifying Work At The Indy 500?

Learn how the qualifying session works for the Indianapolis 500.

IndyCar

Indianapolis 500

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Logan Fung

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5/12/2026

3 Things You Didn’t Know About the Indy 500

The Indy 500’s wild history includes riding mechanics, milk controversy, and a race winner decided nearly five months later.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Indianapolis 500

Misha Husic

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5/11/2026

Fans at an autograph session at the Indy 500

The Best Fan Zones and Events at the 2026 Indy 500

Discover the best fan zones and events taking place at the 2026 Indianapolis 500. Don't miss out on the Pit Stop challenge, the Weenie race and more!

IndyCar

Indianapolis 500

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Logan Fung

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4/2/2026

The Best Places to Sit at The Indianapolis Motor Speedway

The Indy 500 is the largest single-day sporting event in the entire world. With the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) having the capacity to hold over 350,000 fans, it’s important to figure out the best place to watch the greatest spectacle of racing.

Guide

IndyCar

Indianapolis 500

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

IMSA

NASCAR

FanAmp Team

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5/26/2025

What Fans Can Expect at the Indy 500

The Indy 500 is one of the most exciting weekends for a race fan to attend… With over 300,000 attendees, the magnitude of the Indy 500 is unlike any other event in the world

IndyCar

Guide

Indianapolis 500

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Logan Fung

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6/9/2025

My Experience at the Indianapolis 500

We attended the Indianapolis 500 for the very first time and the experience was unlike anything we could have imagined! The cars, the fans, the atmosphere… this event exceeded all expectations

IndyCar

Guide

Indianapolis 500

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Logan Fung

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6/6/2025

A Beginner's Guide to the Indianapolis 500

The Indianapolis 500 is two weeks of racing, totaling hundreds of miles driven, and thousands of fans in attendance, but how does the Indy 500 actually work?‍ FanAmp Partner, Track Talk's Emma Novak has you covered! Let's break down the Indianapolis 500 and some important tips if you're attending this year!

IndyCar

Guide

Indianapolis 500

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Emma Novak

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5/15/2024

Conor Daly at a press conference at the Toronto IndyCar race

Conor Daly: From European GP3 Success to the Indianapolis 500

Explore Conor Daly’s racing career in IndyCar and NASCAR. Get facts on his height, net worth, and relationship with Amymarie Gaertner in this 2026 bio. Read now!

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

FanAmp Team

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2/16/2026

Kyle Larson: The 2x NASCAR Cup Series Champion

Explore Kyle Larson’s NASCAR career, from his 2021 & 2025 Cup titles to his net worth and family life. Get the latest on the No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports driver.

Kyle Larson

NASCAR

NASCAR Cup Series Championship

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1/29/2026

Alexander Rossi at an IndyCar press conference

Alexander Rossi: From Formula 1 to Indy 500 Winner

Explore the career of Alexander Rossi, from his Formula 1 debut to winning the Indianapolis 500 as a rookie. Get the latest on his net worth, height, and career in motorsports.

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1/29/2026

Scott Dixon at the Toronto IndyCar race in 2025

Scott Dixon: The 6x IndyCar Champion

Explore the career of IndyCar legend, Scott Dixon. From Indy 500 wins to 6 championships with Chip Ganassi Racing, get facts on his net worth, height, and family.

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1/14/2026

Marcus Ericsson at the Detroit Grand Prix

Marcus Ericsson: The Swedish Legend Who Has Competed in F1 and IndyCar

From Formula 1 to Indy 500 glory, discover how Marcus Ericsson became an IndyCar powerhouse. Get the facts on his height, net worth, and early career in racing.

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12/30/2025

Alex Palou winning the 2025 Indianapolis 500

Alex Palou: The 4x IndyCar Champion Who Dominates with Chip Ganassi Racing

Meet Alex Palou: The 4-time IndyCar Champion and first Spaniard to win the Indy 500. Explore his career with Chip Ganassi Racing, net worth, and family life.

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12/24/2025

Indianapolis 500

6 Reasons Why IndyCar's Hot Dog Race is the Sponsorship Every Series Should Order Off the Menu

Ryan Hunter-Reay: 'I Came [to McLaren] Wanting to Contribute, Not Just Occupy a Seat'

Jacob Abel: “I've Pictured and Envisioned Myself Sitting on That Grid So Many Times Before”

When Formula 1 and IndyCar Went to War at Monza

The Wienie 500: Why This Race is a ‘Buns-in-a-Lifetime’ Opportunity

Josef Newgarden Taught Me to Redefine Success

Josef Newgarden: 'The Aftermath of Winning is Almost Like a Punishment, But You Have to Understand Why'

How Fast Laps at Church Led to a Career Interviewing Racing Icons with Mandy Curi

How Hundreds of LinkedIn Applications Led to Producing Andretti Global’s Content with Alex Frick

Hélio Castroneves: “I'm going to do anything I can to beat my teammates”

Why Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing Is Urging People To ‘Stay in the Race’

How an NHL intern ended up managing Indy NXT communications with Emma Brodbar | FanAmp Fast Lane

The Legendary Game Born from the Indy 500: 'It's All About the Smiles'

How a Coca-Cola 600 Shirt Sparked a Career in Motorsports PR with Jacob Donahue | FanAmp Fast Lane

Marcus Ericsson: "Winning the Indy 500 makes all your sacrifices worth it"

How Does Qualifying Work At The Indy 500?

3 Things You Didn’t Know About the Indy 500

What is The 2026 Indy 500 Entry List?

The Best Fan Zones and Events at the 2026 Indy 500

The Best Places to Sit at The Indianapolis Motor Speedway

What Fans Can Expect at the Indy 500

My Experience at the Indianapolis 500

A Beginner's Guide to the Indianapolis 500

Conor Daly: From European GP3 Success to the Indianapolis 500

Kyle Larson: The 2x NASCAR Cup Series Champion

Alexander Rossi: From Formula 1 to Indy 500 Winner

Scott Dixon: The 6x IndyCar Champion

Marcus Ericsson: The Swedish Legend Who Has Competed in F1 and IndyCar

Alex Palou: The 4x IndyCar Champion Who Dominates with Chip Ganassi Racing