Send us Fan Mail Think the Indianapolis 500 is just a race? Think again! This week we explore the remarkable technological advancements born from the intense competition of Indy race cars that have had a profound impact on the design and functionality of passenger vehicles. We're sharing specific examples of how cutting-edge engineering for the track translated into the performance, efficiency, and safety we often take for granted in our own cars.  #Indy500Innovations #AutomotiveEngineering #...

Midwestern Maverick: Eddie Rickenbacker

Home of Extreme Midwestern AppreciationFrankly, the narrative is boring--"Why would anybody live in the Midwest? It's flat, boring, and nothing but cornfields."--a cliche that, in 2021, officially became the catalyst for More Than Corn.&nbsp;Tired of the same old tune, we've set out to show that the Midwest is not as bad as some people might think.&nbsp; Yes, there's corn (and a ton of other agriculture, too--you're welcome).&nbsp;Each week we go into, and beyond, the cornfields to bring you conversations from the best parts of the Midwestern "flyover states."&nbsp;