Salay made eight starts in AAA Championship Car in 1948 and 1949 including the 1948 Indianapolis 500. He attempted to qualify again in 1949 but failed to do so.
Salay's racing career included eight appearances in AAA Championship Car events in 1948 and 1949, with a highlight being his participation in the prestigious Indianapolis 500. However, he was unable to secure another qualifying spot for the 1949 event.