Y'Know That? November 1999

Pretty Easy

1. Indianapolis, at a length of 2.5 miles, is the longest track the IRL runs at. What is the second longest?
2. Of the three IRL chassis makes, which one is built in the USA?
3. Robbie Buhl is currently a much-sought-after driver, being courted by several teams. At what track and for which team did Buhl score his only IRL win to date in 1997?
4. Buzz Calkins set a new standard for consecutive race finishes this year; when Disney World rolls around in January he will be going for his 13th straight running-at-finish. Whose record did he break?
5. Three drivers have won Indy car races in both the IRL and CART. Name any one.
6. Which IRL chassis make is known for its circular engine air scoops which resemble jet engine intakes?

Somewhat Harder

1. Which IRL driver owns a computer consulting business?
2. Who is the only IRL driver to have finished in the top-10 in points in all four IRL seasons?
3. What is a "track conditions radio"?
4. What was the fastest race (in terms of speed) in the IRL's history, and who won it?
5. Who was the first IRL driver to drive a Riley & Scott car in competition?
6. Who once won an IRL race without leading a lap under the green flag?

Answers will be posted or or around December 1, along with the names of everyone who gets all the answers right. Good luck!