There is something timeless about the roar of engines and the spirit of a community coming together for a legendary race.
Each year, the Indy 500 brings the energy of Indianapolis to life, and behind the scenes, Cummins plays an important role in weaving history, innovation, and community into the experience for guests and race fans alike.
Kim and Maggie walk through how Cummins’ rich legacy at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway continues to be honored today, from historic race cars to personalized race day experiences for customers and colleagues.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How Cummins’ history is tied to the first Indy 500
- What guests experience during a full race weekend with Cummins
- Why connecting with local businesses makes the race experience even stronger
Additional Resources:
- Cummins.com/podcast
- Cummins and the Indianapolis 500: A Time-Honored Tradition in Racing
- Cummins PowerStore: No. 28 Car Indy 500 Tee
- A Love Letter to the Indy 500, by John Green
- I spy: A Cummins-powered scavenger hunt at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Dive into the conversation:
(00:00) This is Power Onward
(00:32) Indy 500 legacy: community, history, innovation
(01:31) Why the race is special for Maggie and Cummins
(03:50) Cummins’ 1911 pit-crew origin story
(05:22) Spotlight on the vintage lap tradition
(06:50) Inside a VIP race-weekend itinerary
(08:24) Tower Terrace views and pit-lane access
(09:03) Feeling the green flag and race-day adrenaline
(10:12) “Greatest spectacle” sights and sounds
(12:29) How the Cummins hospitality team plans it all
(13:36) Partnering with local Indiana businesses
(14:48) Big idea: history, community, innovation
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