New Hampshire Motor Speedway enhances fan experience

A $1.2 million Panasonic scoreboard and video system in the middle of the infield will be in place at New Hampshire Motor Speedway when the IZOD IndyCar Series visits in mid-August.

The scoreboard has three 32 x 18-foot TV screens on the top, providing impressive views of racing action and replays. Below the video boards will be a scrolling leaderboard with color graphics that gives fans running positions and lap times along with statistics and event information.

"From all of the fan feedback, including letters, emails and fan forums, a new scoreboard system has been the No. 1 request in regards to facility upgrades," said Jerry Gappens, executive vice president and general manager of the speedway. "Our chairman, Bruton Smith, listened to fans and is now giving them one of the best scoreboard systems in the world. This will truly enhance the live experience for our ticket-buying fans."