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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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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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Curt Cavin

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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Notebook: Team Penske, Hitachi Extend Partnership

The sponsorship, which began in 2012, is a cornerstone of Hitachi and Team Penske’s multifaceted partnership.
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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Domination Station: Five Most Punishing Performances of 2026

Pato O'Ward's two victories in the Snap-on INDYCAR Weekend at the Milwaukee Mile (photo) marked the first sweep of a doubleheader by an NTT INDYCAR SERIES driver since 2023.
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Inside Line: Next First-Time Series Champion?

One member of the Inside Line panel thinks Andretti Global's Kyle Kirkwood (photo) will make the final step from his second-place finish in 2026 to become the series' next first-time champion -- but maybe not in the 2027 season.
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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

A Look at Numbers That Defined 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES Season

There were a variety of interesting digits surrounding the 2026 season, including drivers from all 10 full-time teams leading laps and nine teams earning a podium finish.
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Team Penske To Continue Long Partnership With Chevrolet

Scott McLaughlin used Chevrolet power to earn the manufacturer's 250th pole position in INDYCAR SERIES competition in September at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca (photo)..
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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Friendly Rivalry Reaches Top Level for Kyle Kirkwood, David Malukas

Kyle Kirkwood of Andretti Global (photo, left) and David Malukas of Team Penske (photo, right) figure to share podiums in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES for years to come, the continuation of a rivalry that started in karting.
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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Surprise, Surprise: Biggest 2026 Stunners in NTT INDYCAR SERIES

Scott Dixon's decision to leave Chip Ganassi Racing (photo) to join Arrow McLaren after 24 full-time seasons, 58 wins and six series championships with CGR made major headlines.