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Computer gadgets enter Indy 500 prep in race cars
At Indianapolis Motor Speedway drivers now rely on on board computers and sensors to tune handling and aerodynamics. Bobby Rahal and Mario Andretti use gadgetry to gauge downforce, air speed, and parts stress while Carl Haas and Tony Cicale steer aerodynamics. Veterans urge safer experience before Indy 500 starts, noting fast speeds test new drivers on longer courses. A.J. Foyt Sr. dies. the fastest starting field averages 198.406 mph as rain delays pole contenders.
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Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Howdy Holmes
Bobby Rahal
Mario Andretti
Rahal
Andretti
Carl Haas
Haas
Tony Cicale
Cicale
Cornell
Holmes
Rich Vogler
John Paul Jr
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Gordon Johncock
Tom Sneva
USAC
A.J. Foyt
Foyt
Houston
A.J. Foyt Sr
Tony
Bill Alsup
Dick Ferguson
Spike Gelhausen
Larry Cannon
Gary Bettenhausen
Lindsey Hopkins