Former Indy car, drag racing star Danny Ongais dies aged 79
The only native of Hawaii to start the Indianapolis 500, Ongais was nicknamed “Danny On-The-Gas” and the “Flyin’ Hawaiian” for his bravery and commitment in overpowered late ’70s Indy cars, but his love of speed had shown itself far earlier.
At the age of 18, he earned a Hawaiian state title in motorcycle racing and went on to become a drag racing ace.
He finished runner-up in …Keep reading
At the age of 18, he earned a Hawaiian state title in motorcycle racing and went on to become a drag racing ace.
He finished runner-up in …Keep reading
