About Dave Evans
Lived 1898 – 1974 (aged 75). Dave Evans was an American engineer.
Dave Evans (born David Sloat, August 31, 1898 – March 31, 1974) was an American racing driver.
Evans was born in Los Angeles, California. In 1931, he performed a remarkable feat when his Cummins Diesel Special completed the entire Indianapolis 500 without a pit stop. He died in Dillon, Montana, aged 75.
Motorsports career results Indianapolis 500 results
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Dave Evans?
American racing driver (1898-1974)
When was Dave Evans born?
Dave Evans was born on 31 August 1898 in Los Angeles.
When did Dave Evans die?
Dave Evans died on 31 March 1974.
What was Dave Evans's occupation?
Dave Evans was an engineer.
What nationality was Dave Evans?
Dave Evans was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Dave Evans (racing driver)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dave Evans. https://biography.guide/dave-evans-engineer/
MLA: "Dave Evans." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/dave-evans-engineer/.
Chicago: "Dave Evans." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/dave-evans-engineer/.
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