A new publication, "The British at Indianapolis" follows the format of award winning author Ian Wagstaff's "The British at Le Mans". It recounts the history of the Indianapolis 500 race through the eyes and actions of those British born or British citizens who have driven in it, or been involved in any other way - be it as a designer, mechanic, or official.
It also examines the British built cars that have won the Indy 500 and the significance of the rear engined revolution brought to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway by Cooper in 1961, and elevated to success by Lotus and Lola. It includes such names as Jim Clark, Graham Hill and Nigel Mansell.
In addition to the 500, it includes other races at the IMS, notably Lewis Hamilton's victory in the Formula One Grand Prix there. It is a story that goes back to the first 500 in 1911, when London-born Hughie Hughes became the first British-born driver to race in the 500, to the present day, with more British than ever competing in the race and British drivers winning twice in the last four years.
About the Author
Freelance journalist Ian Wagstaff won the Mercedes Benz Montagu of Beaulieu Trophy for his book, The British at Le Mans. He wrote for Autosport and Motoring News before becoming press and promotions manager at Silverstone in the late 1970s. His current work for Racecar Engineering, Race Engine Technology, Performance Racing Industry, The Paddock, The Red Bulletin and Auto Technology takes him to races throughout Europe and the USA, including the Indianapolis 500.
Ian Wagstaff can be contacted using the details below:
Ian Wagstaff
Freelance journalist, member of the Guild of Motoring Writers
MSA accredited
Winner 2006 Mercedes-Benz Award for the Montagu of Beaulieu Trophy
Winner 1986 Pierre Dreyfus Award
+44 (0)1844 353025
+44 (0)7792 146044
ian@wagstaff.fsbusiness.co.uk
SKYPE: IanWagstaff
