As the 2024 INDYCAR season approaches, fans of the open-wheel racing circuit have something extra to look forward to—a brand-new series of trading cards. In an exciting three-year partnership with Parkside Cards, INDYCAR is set to launch The INDYCAR Collection, a collaboration that promises to bring fans closer to the action with a variety of collectibles, contests, and giveaways, enhancing the race weekend experience.
The INDYCAR Collection by Parkside will be accessible to fans at race events, retail stores, and online, providing multiple avenues for fans to get their hands on these collectible trading cards. The collaboration aims to engage fans through various initiatives, offering them a chance to win signed memorabilia through redemption cards and a grand prize trip to the iconic Indy 500 through an exciting contest.
Parkside Cards, known for its card collections for the US Women’s National Soccer Team and the National Women’s Soccer League, is expanding its portfolio with this new venture into motorsport. The INDYCAR Collection Hobby boxes, priced at $88.99 plus shipping, will contain 20 packs with eight cards each, ensuring that collectors receive two autographed cards per box. For retail hanger packs, fans can expect 25 cards per pack, with an autographed card included in every 18th pack.
One unique offering within The INDYCAR Collection are relic cards that contain actual pieces of brick from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. This addition adds a tangible piece of racing history to fans’ collections, making it a must-have for die-hard INDYCAR enthusiasts. The base set will consist of 162 cards, complemented by a 72-card Marquee Moments insert set, as well as other thematic inserts like Race Events, Pit Pass, and Indy NXT. Autographs from 27 different drivers will be available, with special Blue, Black, and 1/1 Gold parallels that enhance the collectibility and exclusivity of the series.
Mark Miles, President and CEO of Penske Entertainment Corp., expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, emphasizing the importance of trading cards as a means for fans to connect with the sport’s stars. Miles expects that the new INDYCAR card series will offer fans a dynamic way to engage with the sport’s personalities and showcase the talents of the drivers.
Pre-sales for the 2024 INDYCAR boxes have already begun, with the racing season scheduled to kick off in St. Petersburg, FL, on March 10. This venture between INDYCAR and Parkside Cards marks an exciting development for racing enthusiasts and collectors alike, promising a fresh and interactive way to celebrate the thrill of INDYCAR racing.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a seasoned collector, The INDYCAR Collection by Parkside Cards offers a unique opportunity to celebrate the sport of INDYCAR in a fun and engaging way. With autographed cards, relic cards, and exclusive inserts, this trading card series is set to captivate fans and bring them closer to the action than ever before. Whether you’re attending a race, browsing the shelves of a retail store, or shopping online, don’t miss your chance to collect a piece of INDYCAR history and be part of this exciting new chapter in the sport’s legacy.
