As the countdown to the 2024 INDYCAR season begins, racing enthusiasts and collectors have a thrilling addition to look forward to. INDYCAR has teamed up with Parkside Cards for an exciting three-year partnership, set to launch a brand-new series of trading cards on March 1. This collaboration promises to bring fans closer to the action through a range of collectibles, engaging contests, and exciting giveaways, enhancing the overall race weekend experience.
The INDYCAR Collection by Parkside will be accessible to fans at race events, retail stores, and online, ensuring that all fans have the opportunity to be a part of this exciting venture. The company plans to engage fans through various initiatives, including redemption cards for signed memorabilia and a contest offering a chance to win a grand prize trip to the iconic Indy 500.
Parkside Cards, renowned for their collections featuring the US Women’s National Soccer Team and the National Women’s Soccer League, is expanding their portfolio with this exciting motorsport partnership. The INDYCAR Collection Hobby boxes, priced at $88.99 plus shipping, contain 20 packs with eight cards each, guaranteeing two autographed cards per box. For retail hanger packs, fans can expect 25 cards, with an autographed card included in every 18th pack.
One unique offering within the collection is the inclusion of relic cards, which contain actual brick pieces from the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway. These relic cards add a tangible piece of racing history to fans’ collections, making them truly special. The base set of the trading cards consists of 162 cards, accompanied 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 are available, and special Blue, Black, and 1/1 Gold parallels bring an extra dose of excitement to the collectibility of the series.
Mark Miles, President and CEO of Penske Entertainment Corp., expressed his enthusiasm for this partnership, recognizing the significance of trading cards as a means for fans to connect with their favorite stars in the sport. Miles anticipates that this new INDYCAR card series will provide fans with a dynamic and interactive way to engage with the personalities and talents within the sport.
Pre-sales for the 2024 INDYCAR boxes are already underway, and the racing season is set to kick off in St. Petersburg, FL, on March 10. This thrilling collaboration between INDYCAR and Parkside Cards marks an exciting development for racing enthusiasts and collectors, offering them a fresh and immersive way to celebrate the adrenaline and excitement of INDYCAR racing. So mark your calendars and get ready to collect these thrilling trading cards that will bring you even closer to your favorite drivers and the exhilarating world of INDYCAR.