Indiana coach Curt Cignetti is putting in some pace car reps before the Indianapolis 500
Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti is preparing to drive the pace car for the 110th Running of the Indianapolis 500. The pace car, a Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X, boasts impressive specifications with over 1,000 hp. Cignetti's role involves ensuring the right speed for the race cars to safely heat their tires.
- ▪Curt Cignetti will drive the pace car for the Indianapolis 500.
- ▪The pace car is a Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X with a 5.5L twin-turbo V8 engine and an electric motor.
- ▪Cignetti is practicing to ensure he maintains the right speed for the race.
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OutKick-Sports Indiana coach Curt Cignetti is putting in some pace car reps before the Indianapolis 500 The 110th Running of the Indy 500 features an America 250 paint scheme on the pace car, with coverage Sunday on Fox By Matt Reigle OutKick Published May 23, 2026 6:53pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video IndyCar driver Ed Carpenter gives close-up look at his race car IndyCar driver Ed Carpenter prepares for his 23rd Indianapolis 500 race, expressing confidence in his team and car. Carpenter, also a racing co-owner, looks forward to the special Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington D.C. in August. The event will showcase IndyCar racing to a massive audience.
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