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Inside Line Extra: Biggest 2027 Story at Chip Ganassi Racing?

Most of the top storylines for CGR for 2027 revolve around team leader Alex Palou (photo), who is racing for an unprecedented fifth consecutive NTT INDYCAR SERIES championship next season.

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Inside Line Extra: Biggest 2027 Story at Chip Ganassi Racing?

Most of the top storylines for CGR for 2027 revolve around team leader Alex Palou (photo), who is racing for an unprecedented fifth consecutive NTT INDYCAR SERIES championship next season.

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Inside Line: Dale Coyne Racing Driver To Put in Spotlight?

Justin Wilson delivered the team its breakthrough victory (photo), becoming a giant slayer on the Fourth of July weekend in 2009.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Five Drivers Poised To Jump High in 2027 Standings

Meyer Shank Racing w/Curb Agajanian newcomer Mick Schumacher (photo) leads a group of drivers that have something to prove as they look to climb the standings next season.

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Inside Line Extra: Biggest 2027 Story at Team Penske?

Climbing back into championship contention next season could help secure Josef Newgarden's (photo) future with Team Penske, one member of the Inside Line panel thinks.

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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Five Drivers Who Helped Their Stock the Most in 2026

Marcus Ericsson (photo) enjoyed the biggest jump in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES standings, turning a resurgent season into another opportunity with Andretti Global.

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Inside Line: Most Significant Offseason Development?

One member of the panel thinks the continued development of the new IR-28 car (photo) is among the most interesting things to watch.

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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

The Ones That Got Away: Biggest Heartbreaks of 2026

Romain Grosjean of Dale Coyne Racing had his first career NTT INDYCAR SERIES victory in sight on the streets of Markham (photo), but Marcus Ericsson passed him late in the race and drove away to victory.

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Inside Line: Favorite Aspect of 2027 NTT INDYCAR SERIES Schedule?

The continuation of a packed lineup of events at the start of the season, including an oval race at Phoenix Raceway (photo), pleases one member of the Inside Line panel.

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INDYCAR Staff Writer

Race On: A Look at Most Competitive Events of 2026 Season

The stirring late charge to victory by Andretti Global's Marcus Ericsson (photo) at the inaugural event at Markham was the highlight of one of the most competitive races of the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season.

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Inside Line: ‘I Didn’t See That Coming’

One member of the panel chose the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. (photo) as something involving the NTT INDYCAR SERIES that was a total surprise in 2026.

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Who Will Be INDYCAR SERIES’ 300th Driver To Enter Victory Lane?

David Malukas of Team Penske (photo) is a prime candidate to become the 300th different winner in INDYCAR SERIES history after scoring four second-place finishes in 2026 during his first season with the iconic team.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Pato O’Ward Ready To Take Final Step Among Series Elite in 2027

The Arrow McLaren driver (photo) has two new teammates next season to help him achieve the two biggest goals remaining in his NTT INDYCAR SERIES career.

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Inside Line Extra: Biggest 2027 Story at Chip Ganassi Racing?

Most of the top storylines for CGR for 2027 revolve around team leader Alex Palou (photo), who is racing for an unprecedented fifth consecutive NTT INDYCAR SERIES championship next season.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Nikita Johnson Hopes Winning Ways Continue as Coyne Rookie

The reigning INDY NXT champion (photo) is ready to test his talent against the sport’s top competition with a proven record of success.

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New Foyt Sponsor To Connect Racing, Defense, Technology Industries

The No. 4 Chevrolet (photo) driven by Josh Pierson will represent the program on track while helping shine a spotlight on opportunities for veterans and emerging talent.

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INDY NXT by Firestone Champion Nikita Johnson Signs With Coyne

The 18-year-old rookie (photo) is taking the next step in his racing career after a record-setting season in the INDYCAR development series.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Five Drivers Poised To Jump High in 2027 Standings

Meyer Shank Racing w/Curb Agajanian newcomer Mick Schumacher (photo) leads a group of drivers that have something to prove as they look to climb the standings next season.

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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Five Drivers Who Helped Their Stock the Most in 2026

Marcus Ericsson (photo) enjoyed the biggest jump in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES standings, turning a resurgent season into another opportunity with Andretti Global.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Conor Daly, Dreyer & Reinbold Pass Key Test as Full-Time Return Looms

A successful Barber Motorsports Park test marks a significant milestone in the team's preparations for its first full-time season since 2012.

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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

2027 Driver Lineup Update: Few Empty Seats Remaining

Reigning INDY NXT by Firestone champion Nikita Johnson (photo) could be in line for a ride with Dale Coyne Racing in the 2027 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season after testing with the team recently.

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Josh Pierson To Make INDYCAR SERIES Debut in 2027 With Foyt

The Oregon native (photo) earned his first career victory in the INDYCAR development series in the 2026 season.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Nikita Johnson Savors Next Career Step With First INDYCAR SERIES Test

The 2026 INDY NXT champion (photo) turned his first laps in NTT INDYCAR SERIES machinery Oct. 26 at Barber Motorsports Park with Dale Coyne Racing.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Barcelona Is Ideal Spot for INDYCAR’s Latest International Event

Reigning and five-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion Alex Palou of Chip Ganassi Racing (photo) is a Barcelona native.

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Marquee Event Coming to Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in 2027

The exciting event in Spain will be the first INDYCAR SERIES race outside of North America since 2013 and the first in Europe since 2007.

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Inside Line Extra: Biggest 2027 Story at Chip Ganassi Racing?

Most of the top storylines for CGR for 2027 revolve around team leader Alex Palou (photo), who is racing for an unprecedented fifth consecutive NTT INDYCAR SERIES championship next season.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Nikita Johnson Hopes Winning Ways Continue as Coyne Rookie

The reigning INDY NXT champion (photo) is ready to test his talent against the sport’s top competition with a proven record of success.

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Inside Line: Dale Coyne Racing Driver To Put in Spotlight?

Justin Wilson delivered the team its breakthrough victory (photo), becoming a giant slayer on the Fourth of July weekend in 2009.

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New Foyt Sponsor To Connect Racing, Defense, Technology Industries

The No. 4 Chevrolet (photo) driven by Josh Pierson will represent the program on track while helping shine a spotlight on opportunities for veterans and emerging talent.

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INDY NXT by Firestone Champion Nikita Johnson Signs With Coyne

The 18-year-old rookie (photo) is taking the next step in his racing career after a record-setting season in the INDYCAR development series.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Five Drivers Poised To Jump High in 2027 Standings

Meyer Shank Racing w/Curb Agajanian newcomer Mick Schumacher (photo) leads a group of drivers that have something to prove as they look to climb the standings next season.

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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Five Drivers Who Helped Their Stock the Most in 2026

Marcus Ericsson (photo) enjoyed the biggest jump in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES standings, turning a resurgent season into another opportunity with Andretti Global.

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ECR Makes Major Investment in In-House Simulator Technology

The NTT INDYCAR SERIES team has invested in tools (image) from Dynisma, a United Kingdom-based leader in vehicle simulation.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Conor Daly, Dreyer & Reinbold Pass Key Test as Full-Time Return Looms

A successful Barber Motorsports Park test marks a significant milestone in the team's preparations for its first full-time season since 2012.

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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

2027 Driver Lineup Update: Few Empty Seats Remaining

Reigning INDY NXT by Firestone champion Nikita Johnson (photo) could be in line for a ride with Dale Coyne Racing in the 2027 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season after testing with the team recently.

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Josh Pierson To Make INDYCAR SERIES Debut in 2027 With Foyt

The Oregon native (photo) earned his first career victory in the INDYCAR development series in the 2026 season.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Nikita Johnson Savors Next Career Step With First INDYCAR SERIES Test

The 2026 INDY NXT champion (photo) turned his first laps in NTT INDYCAR SERIES machinery Oct. 26 at Barber Motorsports Park with Dale Coyne Racing.