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IndyCar leaving Nashville Superspeedway for 2027

The remainder of the 2027 NTT IndyCar Series schedule is expected to be released on Friday, and among the changes, the Speedway Motorsports Incorporated-owned oval in Lebanon, Tenn., will not be part of the calendar, according to the event’s promoter.

Ward joins RLL as head of engineering

Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing has hired Gavin Ward as its new VP of Engineering. The Canadian will focus primarily on RLL’s IndyCar program, but will also have oversight of its IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship effort with McLaren.

The RACER Mailbag, October 21

Online fan behavior, IndyCar manufacturer appeal and who’s the guy in the photo among questions in the RACER Mailbag this week.

Palou predictably quickest in Indy NXT test

Five-time IndyCar Series champion Alex Palou’s first day in an Indy NXT car ended in predictable fashion, as Chip Ganassi Racing’s best driver also proved to be the fastest at the Chris Griffis Memorial Test in the No. 11 CGR entry.

Days before he died, Johncock became reacquainted with the car that helped start it all

A replica of the Honker, a No. 85 supermodified that helped launch Gordon Johncock’s racing career, brought several generations of racing history together at last month's 2026 Northwood University International Auto Show.Two Northwood students made it possible: Charlie Baur and Ian Hart. Baur is a 19-year-old sprint…

Palou to sample Ganassi Indy NXT car at IMS road course test

Chip Ganassi Racing will deploy Alex Palou, its reigning, five-time IndyCar Series champion to sample one of its Dallara IL15 Indy NXT cars on Friday during the annual Fall Combine test on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course.

Ford no longer evaluating an IndyCar program

According to Ford Racing Global Director Mark Rushbrook, the Blue Oval is not moving forward with a 2.4-liter twin-turbo V6 to rejoin the American open-wheel series.

Pierson passes IndyCar licensing test

Josh Pierson has been approved to receive a competition license from the IndyCar Series that makes the 20-year-old Indy NXT graduate eligible to compete in 2027.

The RACER Mailbag, October 14

Options for Coyne, weather norms and the Intricacies of VSC among topics in the RACER Mailbag this week.

Harvey reveals cancer diagnosis

IndyCar Series veteran and FOX Sports broadcaster Jack Harvey has revealed he’s been diagnosed with cancer. The Briton did not specify which form of cancer he is facing, but vowed to be ready for the next racing season.“My entire career has been about fighting for what’s next,” Harvey wrote on...

Ford evaluating IndyCar's next-gen engine

Ford is evaluating IndyCar's next IndyCar engine regulations, although isn't committing to a return to American open-wheel racing just yet.

From zero to Le Mans: Townsend Bell’s unconventional racing journey

Townsend Bell joins Racers Unchained for a wide-ranging conversation about a racing career that took an unconventional path.Bell didn't climb into a race car until he was 21, but once he discovered racing at Laguna Seca, he committed completely. He talks about hustling his way through Skip Barber, finding…

Take a long flight with: Caio Collet

You’ve just boarded a plane. Ahead of you is a non-stop flight from Los Angeles to Brazil, birthplace of the legendary Ayrton Senna. A flight long enough that you really hope you end up with someone interesting sitting next to you. When you arrive at your row, your companion for...

Lundgaard eager to find his place within Ganassi’s winning culture

“I need to learn as much as possible and do the simple things right,” says Ganassi’s new IndyCar driver Christian Lundgaard. “If I can learn the Scott Dixon things from Alex Palou with a twist of Alex Palou, it’s the right combination.”

ECR extends Chevy IndyCar partnership

Following Tuesday’s confirmation of Arrow McLaren’s retainment by Chevy, ECR has announced a multi-year continuation with the brand that will keep both cars using its power as the series moves into a new engine formula in 2028.

The RACER Mailbag, October 7

Petit Le Mans, the Johncock Indy win that wasn’t and that wild Bahrain race that was actually in Malaysia among topics I the RACER Mailbag this week.

Foyt signs multi-year sponsorship extension with Hendricks Holding

AJ Foyt Racing has signed a multi-year extension with Hendricks Holding Company, Inc., the company behind the team’s longtime sponsor ABC Supply and the Homes For Our Troops initiative that has been featured as the primary sponsor of Foyt’s No. 14 Chevy.“On behalf of Hendricks Holding and the entire Hendricks...

The IndyCar silly season is raging…for engineers

Drivers are the normal focus for our silly season updates, but it’s time to turn our attention to the most aggressive recruitment efforts going on behind the scenes, and that’s with some of the biggest names in race engineering and technical directing.

IndyCar retains Independent Officiating Board for 2027

Penske Entertainment’s Independent Officiating Board (IOB) comprised of Ray Evernham, Raj Nair and Ronan Morgan will be retained through the 2027 IndyCar Series and Indy NXT seasons. The IOB also extended its deal with managing director of officiating (MDO) Scot Elkins for 2027.“It was gratifying to see how well…