Indy 500 tires, the crucial link between asphalt and speed, are made by hand. 'It's an art form'
The Indy 500 tires are handcrafted, emphasizing the artistry involved in their production. Firestone, the sole tire provider since 2000, has a long history of success at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Each year, only a limited number of racing tires are made, highlighting the meticulous process behind their creation.
- ▪Firestone has been the exclusive tire supplier for IndyCar since 2000.
- ▪The company produces only 32,000 racing tires annually, with 5,000 designated for the Indy 500.
- ▪Each Indy 500 team receives 31 sets of tires, totaling 124 tires per team.
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| Original publisher | Yahoo Sports |
| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/indy-500-tires-crucial-between-083038475.html |
| Publication time | Sun, 24 May 2026 08:30:38 +0000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-24T08:37:31.504Z |
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