Chuck Rodee

Chuck Rodee (born Charles J. Rodeghier; September 8, 1927 – May 14, 1966) was an American racecar driver who died while attempting to qualify for the 1966 Indianapolis 500.

He drove in the USAC Championship Car series, racing in the 1957, 1958, 1960, and 1962–1965 seasons.

He spun on a second lap warm-up and backed the car into the wall exiting Turn 1.

The impact appeared minor but the rigid chassis transferred virtually the entire force of the crash to the driver.

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