Dreyer & Reinbold Racing confirmed the passing of longtime team owner Dennis Reinbold on Sunday, at the age of 65.
Reinbold was co-owner of DRR, which has operated as an IndyCar team since 2000. They have one IndyCar win and two poles, and the team has taken part in every Indianapolis 500 this century.
DRR just entered two cars into the 2026 Indy 500, with Conor Daly finishing 12th and Jack Harvey finishing 22nd. Both Daly and Harvey posted the following messages in reaction to the passing of Reinbold, paying tribute:
Dennis, what a pleasure it has been to be a part of your organization over the years. The passion for @IndyCar racing you had and the tremendous culture you built within the team is something to be extremely proud of. Can’t thank you enough for the chance to compete at the front… pic.twitter.com/UHnibY4Cro
— Conor Daly (@ConorDaly22) June 14, 2026
RIP Boss, Godspeed 🙏🏻
— Jack Harvey (@jack_harvey93) June 14, 2026
There are no words to describe this loss. Dennis was a brilliant leader. His commitment and passion for motorsports was second to none. My favourite part about Dennis was his ability to make everyone feel special and that they had a special relationship… pic.twitter.com/ocu4mPI2pe
"We are heartbroken to share the news that our owner, leader, and friend, Dennis Reinbold, has passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family," said an official statement from the team. We ask you to join us in supporting the Reinbold family and respecting their privacy during this painful time.
"Dennis was a proud son of Indianapolis. He built a successful family of automobile dealerships across the state, and he loved the community of Indianapolis that gave him so much in return. That same devotion fueled his passion for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway—its history and the relentless pursuit of an Indy 500 win drove him every day.
"We can think of no better way to honor Dennis than to chase a victory in the 111th Running of the Indianapolis 500. We ask race fans to join us in remembering the man, his passion for our sport, and the memories we shared."
DRR has also enjoyed some success in rallycross, winning two Nitrocross titles and one Global Rallycross title over the years, and collecting 30+ victories.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway president Doug Boles said of his passing: "Dennis is a shining example of character, compassion, and leadership. He was a mentor/example of how to treat/lead people & follow your passion without compromising character while doing it. Thanks for 25+ yrs of friendship & for blazing a trail that many of us try to follow. RIP"
