Peter Kreis

About

He is best known for dying during a crash while practicing at the 1934 Indianapolis 500.

Before Fame

He had a successful career as a contractor, and eventually decided to take one month off each year to race in the Indy 500.

Trivia

He was with his riding mechanic, Robert Hahn, when he crashed; Hahn also died.

Family Life

He was born in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Associated With

He belongs to a long list of drivers who have died while racing, along with people such as Dale Earnhardt.