All about the Indy 500 2024: schedules, information and participating vehicles

The Indy 500 is an emblematic motor racing race that combines history, speed and excitement, being one of the most outstanding events in the world sports calendar. Find out everything about one of the oldest existing events: schedules, highlights and much more.

What is the Indy 500?

The Indy 500, or Indianapolis 500, is one of the most important races in the world. It is held every year at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indiana (United States) during Memorial Day weekend, which is the last Monday in May.

Known as "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing," the first Indy 500 race was held in 1911. Since then, it has become a true tradition in motorsports, and in iRacing as well. It is part of the NTT INDYCAR Series in the United States. 

DETAILS OF THE INDY 500 2024 RACE
LOCATION INDIANA, USA
CURVES OVAL
LENGTH 4,023 KM
SPEED 60 KM/H
TIME 70º AND LIGHT WINDS. NO RAIN

OPEN SLOTS
1/06/2024 01:00 GTM / 03:00 CEST
1/06/2024 13:00 GTM / 15:00 CEST
1/06/2024 17:00 GTM / 19:00 CEST
2/06/2024 13:00 GTM / 15:00 CEST

FIXED TIME SLOTS
1/06/2024 05:00 GTM / 07:00 CEST
1/06/2024 9:00 GTM / 11:00 CEST
1/06/2024 21:00 GTM / 23:00 CEST
2/06/2024 17:00 GTM / 19:00 CEST

VEHICLES
Dallara IR18

RACE INFORMATION
OUTPUT TYPE LAUNCH
SIM DAY 26/05/2024
RATING FREE
GRILL SIZE 33 CARS
DURATION 200 TURNS
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
REQUIRED LICENSE D 4.0 OVAL
WARM UP 15 MINUTES
TEAM TEST NO
IRATING Yes
SPLIT INFORMATION QUALIFICATION TIME
PILOT LIMIT NOT INDICATED

 

How was the Indy 500 race on May 26th?

On May 26th, the historic Indy 500 race was lived with great emotion and drama until the very last moment. Josef Newgarden was crowned champion after overtaking Pato O'Ward on the last lap, in a spectacular maneuver that left fans on the edge of their seats Racing Seats. It was a memorable finish to the race, full of adrenaline and talent, which highlighted Newgarden's skill and determination. This weekend in iRacing, the expectation is in the air, and everyone is wondering if we will have an outcome as exciting as the one we experienced in the real race last May 26.

Where can I watch the Indy 500 race on iRacing?

Are you ready for one of the most anticipated races in the world of motorsports? The new licensing agreement between iRacing and INDYCAR includes the return of the iRacing Indianapolis 500.

  • Career iRacing: https://www.twitch.tv/iracing