Fred Offenhauser
American racing driver · United States · On the map · Scientists · Lived 1888 to 1973 · aged 84
Fred H. Offenhauser, Jr., was an American machinist and self taught automotive engineer who developed the Offenhauser racing engine, nicknamed the "Offy", which dominated competition in the Indianapolis 500 race for decades. He also built the Novi engine, which was designed by Bud Winfield and Leo Goossen.
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United States
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Scientists
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Status
Deceased
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Lived 1888 to 1973 · aged 84
