November 10, 2010 (Toronto) \u2013 The Honda Indy Toronto, taking place from July 8-10, will feature an exciting and diverse race schedule in 2011. In celebration of 25 years of racing on the streets of Toronto, Ontario\u2019s single largest annual sporting event will feature the highest levels of Indy, stock, touring and, for the first time, exotic car racing.<\/p>\n
The marquee attraction continues to be the IZOD IndyCar Series with its lineup of popular drivers including Dario Franchitti, series champion and winner of the 2010 Indy 500; Will Power, winner of the 2010 Honda Indy Toronto; Helio Castroneves and Scott Dixon, past winners of the Indy 500; Marco Andretti, son of Michael Andretti, driver with the most wins in Toronto; Danica Patrick, as well as Graham Rahal, son of Bobby Rahal, winner of the inaugural Indy car race in Toronto in 1986.<\/p>\n
\u201cFans appreciate diversity, accessibility and quality in our weekend schedule,\u201d said Charlie Johnstone, vice president and general manager for Honda Indy Toronto. \u201cWe could not hope for a better lineup to celebrate 25 years of racing on the streets of Toronto.\u201d<\/p>\n
Returning races include the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series, Firestone Indy Lights and the Acura Sports Car Challenge that will feature the Canadian Touring Car Championship. An exciting new addition will be the debut of the Ferrari Challenge, a unique racing series that allows Ferrari owners and enthusiasts to see the legendary cars in their natural environment \u2013 the race track. This is the first year the Toronto event has featured an exotic car race.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Ferrari Challenge is a premium series with universal appeal,\u201d said Kim Green, co-owner of Green Savoree Toronto, ULC, promoters of the Honda Indy Toronto.\u00a0 \u201cIts addition to our schedule speaks volumes to the prestige and heritage of this Toronto hallmark event.\u201d<\/p>\n
Additional reading:<\/p>\n
Honda Indy Toronto – www.hondaindytoronto.com<\/p>\n
IZOD IndyCar Series \u2013 www.indycar.com<\/p>\n
Firestone Indy Lights \u2013 www.firestoneindylights.com<\/p>\n
NASCAR Canadian Tire Series \u2013 www.nascarcanadiantireseries.com<\/p>\n
Ferrari Challenge \u2013 www.ferrarichallenge.com<\/p>\n
Canadian Touring Car Championship \u2013 www.touringcar.ca<\/p>\n
About Honda Indy Toronto<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n The Honda Indy Toronto takes place on the streets surrounding Exhibition Place near Lake Ontario and downtown Toronto. With 25 years of Indy car racing history in Toronto, the Honda Indy Toronto is among the most respected motorsports events in North America and includes the fastest racing series on the planet, celebrity athletes, and a week-long festival of live entertainment and interactive activities. For more information, visit www.hondaindytoronto.com<\/a>.<\/p>\nngg_shortcode_0_placeholder\n