Second to One: Forgotten Legends of the Indy 500

This episode of the Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, presents a lecture by automotive historian Joe Freeman, who discusses the legacy of early race drivers who never won the Indianapolis 500. Freeman highlights three drivers - Earl Cooper, Harry Hartz, and Lou Moore - whose contributions to American racing were significant despite never securing a victory at Indy. Earl Cooper was a three-time national champion known for his versatility and mechanical knowledge. Harry Hartz, a national champion in 1926, finished second at Indy three times and later became a successful car entrant. Lou Moore, also an entrant, found success with innovative car designs post-WWII. Freeman's lecture is based on his book, 'Second to One,' which aims to honor these drivers and their impact on motorsports history.

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This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.