Jerry Sneva (May 23, 1949 – January 27, 2018) was an American race driver who drove in the USAC and CARTChampionship Car series. He raced in the 1977-1982 seasons, with 26 combined career starts, including the Indianapolis 500 in 1977-1980 and 1982. He was named the 1977 Indianapolis 500Rookie of the Year.[1] He finished in the top-ten five times, with his best finish in fourth position in 1979 at Pocono.