Motorsport: Dixon and Franchitti crash out in Michigan

Kiwi driver Scott Dixon and championship leader Dario Franchitti have crashed out of this morning's Indy 400 in Michigan.

Dixon started the race 7th on the grid and improved to 3rd at one stage.

Reports say the Kiwi has been involved in a multi-car pile up that has also affected Franchitti, who held a 24 point lead over Dixon heading into the race.

- NEWSTALK ZB