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2026 Preview: Chip Ganassi Racing

A series of 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES team previews starts with this look at the team that has won the three last three championships and four of the last five with driver Alex Palou.

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Andretti Global Unveils Will Power’s First Livery With Team

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Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. Coming in August

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Tim Cindric Back With Team Penske as Scott McLaughlin’s Strategist

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Inside Line Extra: Biggest 2026 Story at Dale Coyne Racing?

One Inside Line panelist thinks the progress of 2025 INDY NXT by Firestone champion Dennis Hauger (photo) in his rookie season is a story to watch in 2026 at Dale Coyne Racing.

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Content Days Notes: David Malukas’ Father Has Carolina in His Mind

News, notes and quotes from the second NTT INDYCAR SERIES Content Day in Indianapolis, including David Malukas (photo) discussing frequent calls and texts from his father about his new job at Team Penske.

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Inside Line: Content Days Points of Interest?

Josef Newgarden's (photo) response when asked about his future with Team Penske caught the ear of one member of the Inside Line panel during NTT INDYCAR SERIES Content Days this week in Indianapolis.

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Content Days Notes: First Rosenqvist Child Due During Indy 500

News, notes and quotes from the first NTT INDYCAR SERIES Content Day in Indianapolis, including Felix Rosenqvist (photo) of Meyer Shank Racing talking about impending fatherhood.

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Inside Line Extra: Biggest 2026 Story at Arrow McLaren?

Two members of the Inside Line panel wonder if this is the year Pato O'Ward (photo, above) and Arrow McLaren break through for their first NTT INDYCAR SERIES championship, Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge victory or both.

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Inside Line: Biggest Driver Leap in 2026 Standings?

One member of the panel thinks Marcus Ericsson of Andretti Global (photo) will make a big climb this season from 20th in the standings in 2025.

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Inside Line Extra: Biggest 2026 Story at AJ Foyt Racing?

One member of the Inside Line panel thinks AJ Foyt Racing and team president Larry Foyt (photo, left) could return to Victory Lane for the first time since Takuma Sato (photo, right) won in 2013 at Long Beach.

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Inside Line: Most Anticipated 2026 Milestone?

One member of the Inside Line panel is paying close attention to whether Alex Palou (photo) can win a fourth consecutive NTT INDYCAR SERIES championship.

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Eric Smith

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Testing, Testing: A Look at Different Types of INDYCAR Test Sessions

NTT INDYCAR SERIES testing is limited to save teams money, so drivers and crews must make the most of every minute in the pits and on track to gather valuable data.

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Eric Smith

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Chili Bowl Challenge Continues To Lure Santino Ferrucci

The AJ Foyt Racing driver (photo) will compete in the "Super Bowl of short-track racing" this week in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

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Inside Line Extra: Biggest 2026 Story at Andretti Global?

While most of the INDYCAR world will focus on Will Power's move to Andretti Global, one member of the Inside Line panel is intrigued by the continued development of Kyle Kirkwood (photo, above) into a championship contender in 2026.

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Inside Line: Most Interesting 2026 Season Storyline?

The return of Phoenix Raceway to the schedule for the Good Ranchers 250 (photo, above) is one of the most intriguing storylines of the 2026 season for one of the Inside Line panelists.

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Andretti Global Unveils Will Power’s First Livery With Team

The two-time INDYCAR SERIES champion will drive the No. 26 TWG AI Honda (photo).

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Eric Smith

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Will Power Recharged for Fresh Start With Andretti Global

The Australian legend (photo) has moved to Andretti Global this year after 16 full-time seasons with Team Penske.

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Penske Pulls Cover From David Malukas’ No. 12 Verizon Chevrolet

Chicago native Malukas joins Team Penske for his fifth NTT INDYCAR SERIES season in 2026.

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Scott Dixon, Alex Palou Aim To Jump-Start Season With Rolex 24 Win

Scott Dixon seeks his fourth overall victory in the Rolex 24 At Daytona this Saturday and Sunday, sharing the No. 60 Acura Meyer Shank Racing w/ Curb-Agajanian prototype (photo, above).

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Notebook: Santino Ferrucci Delivers Boss Present at Chili Bowl

The AJ Foyt Racing driver (photo) won a heat race Friday, Jan. 16 at the prestigious indoor midget car race at Tulsa, Oklahoma.

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Notebook: Two Big Concerts Coming to Arlington Race Weekend

T-Pain and All Time Low are headlining the two shows as part of the Good Ranchers Concert Series on race weekend March 13-15 at Arlington, Texas.

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Curt Cavin

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Will Power Starts To Settle In at Andretti With First Test

Will Power (photo, right) joined Andretti Global starting in 2026 after 16 full-time seasons with Team Penske.

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Eric Smith

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INDY NXT Poised for Another Banner Season of Growth in 2026

Lochie Hughes (photo) of Andretti Global is the top returning driver to INDY NXT by Firestone this season.

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Paul Kelly

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Notebook: iRacing Pro Series Starts Thursday

The world's best sim racers will return to the virtual track for an eight-race competition featuring NTT INDYCAR SERIES cars, with a $20,000 prize for the winner.

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Simpson's Car To Carry Iconic Colors of Sunoco

Fuel company will be a full-season INDYCAR sponsor for the first time since 1973.

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INDYCAR Champions Set To Compete in Rolex 24 At Daytona

Palou, Dixon, Power and Bourdais among the drivers for the 64th-annual endurance sports car race.

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CGR's Simpson Ready To Take Next Step in Third Season

Still just 21 years old, Simpson turned heads several times in 2025, including a battle with Scott McLaughlin.

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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

2026 Preview: Chip Ganassi Racing

A series of 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES team previews starts with this look at the team that has won the three last three championships and four of the last five with driver Alex Palou.

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Andretti Global Unveils Will Power’s First Livery With Team

The two-time INDYCAR SERIES champion will drive the No. 26 TWG AI Honda (photo).

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Tim Cindric Back With Team Penske as Scott McLaughlin’s Strategist

The longtime Team Penske executive, who parted company with the team last May after penalties incurred at the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge, will be back on the timing stand this season.

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Penske Pulls Cover From David Malukas’ No. 12 Verizon Chevrolet

Chicago native Malukas joins Team Penske for his fifth NTT INDYCAR SERIES season in 2026.

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RLL Adds Ryan Briscoe as Coach, Hires Engineer for Mick Schumacher

Ryan Briscoe (photo) won the pole for the 2012 Indianapolis 500 during his INDYCAR SERIES driving career.

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ECR Boosts Leadership, Engineering Teams Before 2026 Season

Team owners Ed Carpenter (left) and Ted Gelov (center) have fortified ECR with a variety of new hires and promotions.

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Curt Cavin

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Will Power Starts To Settle In at Andretti With First Test

Will Power (photo, right) joined Andretti Global starting in 2026 after 16 full-time seasons with Team Penske.

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Eric Smith

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INDY NXT Poised for Another Banner Season of Growth in 2026

Lochie Hughes (photo) of Andretti Global is the top returning driver to INDY NXT by Firestone this season.

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Paul Kelly

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Notebook: iRacing Pro Series Starts Thursday

The world's best sim racers will return to the virtual track for an eight-race competition featuring NTT INDYCAR SERIES cars, with a $20,000 prize for the winner.

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Eric Smith

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Arrow McLaren’s New Shop Renovation Nears Finish Line

The second-floor mezzanine in Arrow McLaren's new shop in Indianapolis (photo) will include event space for guests that overlooks the team's shop floor.

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Simpson's Car To Carry Iconic Colors of Sunoco

Fuel company will be a full-season INDYCAR sponsor for the first time since 1973.

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Inside Line Extra: Biggest Story at Ed Carpenter Racing

Rasmussen scored first series win in 2025; what's next for team in 2026?