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Colton Herta will make the shock switch from IndyCar to Formula 2 in 2026, joining Hitech TGR, in what many regard as a make-or-break step to finally secure the FIA Super Licence points that have so far kept him from a long-anticipated Formula 1 seat. The 25-year-old Californian was once considered one of America’s brightest…
Rinus VeeKay’s move to Juncos Hollinger Racing for the 2026 season “was the best move for me for the future”. On Tuesday, VeeKay announced he would race in IndyCar with Juncos Hollinger Racing for the 2026 season. The Dutchman left Dale Coyne Racing after one year, announcing days after the 2025 season finale in Nashville….
Mick Schumacher took a significant step into the world of American open-wheel racing this week, where he completed a full day of IndyCar testing at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing. After a surprising pivot to the series, Schumacher piloted the No.75 Honda, where he got his first taste of…
Mick Schumacher returned to single-seaters during the IMS IndyCar test session. The former F1 driver made his IndyCar debut with Rahal Letterman Lannigan Racing this past weekend. Schumacher discussed his potential future in IndyCar during a media session that included Pit Debrief. Mick Schumacher on returning to single-seater racing in IndyCar After completing his F1…
Rinus VeeKay will join Juncos Hollinger Racing for the 2026 IndyCar season. The Dutch driver leaves Dale Coyne Racing amidst an impressive season, scoring a podium at the IndyCar Toronto GP. VeeKay declined contract offer from Dale Coyne Racing It was announced that VeeKay declined a contract offer from Dale Coyne Racing to retain his…
Every October, IndyCar hosts its series test at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway among other road courses. In 2025, we see 5 IndyCar rookies take on the IMS IndyCar Series test. The returning drivers are eight-time race winner Alexander Rossi and his Ed Carpenter Racing teammate Christian Rasmussen. A total of seven drivers were out on…
New testimony in the ongoing lawsuit between IndyCar champion Alex Palou and McLaren F1 CEO Zak Brown revealed jarring allegations. The Indy500 winner claimed Brown made promises for Palou’s future in F1 with McLaren. The CEO denied ever making such agreements. Moreover, this legal dispute brought out accusations from both parties. With Palou completely frustrated…
Zak Brown testified that he “never strung along Alex [Palou]” for a F1 seat in McLaren’s Lawsuit against Chip Ganassi Racing Driver. McLaren CEO, Zak Brown, stood under oath for the organization’s lawsuit against four-time IndyCar Champion Alex Palou. The McLaren Organization is seeking $21 Million in a London High Court for Palou’s accused breach…
Almost two weeks after securing his position as Dale Coyne Racing’s first signing for the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season, INDYNXT Champion Dennis Hauger made his debut in Mid-Ohio to test IndyCar machinery on October 1. The 22-year-old Norwegian, fresh off his dominant 2025 INDY NXT by Firestone championship-winning campaign with Andretti Global, was among…
Mick Schumacher “always wanted to do single-seaters” as he is set to test with IndyCar team, Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing. The former Haas driver is currently racing with in WEC with Alpine Endurance Team. Although 2025 is his second full season with Alpine in WEC, the German stated, “single-seaters is something I burn for”. When asked if…
