Auto Race Car Driver. Born in Dayton, Ohio, his involvement in racing first came as a driver in the early 1930s. He finished fourth in the very first feature race ever run at the Dayton Speedway and was soon a regular on the mid-state circuits. As a member of the Offenhauser team, he was a champion and even raced in one Indianapolis 500. He also was among the best car builders and mechanics in the sport. His Engles' race cars were among the fastest in events such as Sprint Car, Dayton 500 and Indianapolis 500. After his racing days, he was the owner of Engle's Bar in Dayton, Ohio, where he was shot and killed in an armed robbery attempt.
Auto Race Car Driver. Born in Dayton, Ohio, his involvement in racing first came as a driver in the early 1930s. He finished fourth in the very first feature race ever run at the Dayton Speedway and was soon a regular on the mid-state circuits. As a member of the Offenhauser team, he was a champion and even raced in one Indianapolis 500. He also was among the best car builders and mechanics in the sport. His Engles' race cars were among the fastest in events such as Sprint Car, Dayton 500 and Indianapolis 500. After his racing days, he was the owner of Engle's Bar in Dayton, Ohio, where he was shot and killed in an armed robbery attempt.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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