The 2008 GAINSCO Auto Insurance Indy 300 was the opening round of the 2008 IndyCar Series season and took place on March 29, 2008 at the 1.485-mile (2.390 km) Homestead-Miami Speedway.

For the first time in series history, the reigning champion was not on the grid to defend his title, as Dario Franchitti had moved to the No.

2003 champion Scott Dixon kicked off the season with the victory, on his way to the series championship.

Average race speed: 171.248 mph Cautions: 3 for 24 laps Lead changes: 12[4] The race was televised in high definition in the United States on ESPN 2, the telecast utilized the Side-by-Side format for commercial breaks.

Chief Announcer: Mike King Driver expert: Davey Hamilton Turns 1, 2, and Backstretch: Mark Jaynes