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Will Power, after 17 seasons with Team Penske, has joined Andretti Global and participated in his first test with the team at Phoenix Raceway, marking a new chapter in his IndyCar career as he adjusts to a different team environment and prepares for the upcoming season.
IndyCar is developing a second-generation hybrid system for its 2028 series, focusing on increasing energy storage capacity, duration, and power output, with plans for vendor prototypes by late spring 2024 to integrate into new chassis testing.
The article features a Q&A with RACER's writers discussing topics like the exclusivity of Dallara as the IndyCar chassis supplier, the naming of the 2028 IndyCar, potential engine manufacturers, and the series' future technical regulations, emphasizing the series' current focus on stability and manufacturer involvement within a tightly controlled framework.
FOX Sports and INDYCAR announced the 2026 race broadcast schedule, featuring a record 19 network windows, including all races on broadcast TV, with key events coinciding with FIFA World Cup 2026™ coverage, and extensive coverage of the Indianapolis 500 and other major races, aiming to build on the sport's recent growth.
IndyCar's driver market is highly active post-2023 season, with key moves including Power replacing Herta at Andretti, Malukas joining Penske, and unresolved seats at Foyt, Coyne, and Rahal. The 2026 grid is shaping up with confirmed drivers at Andretti, Arrow McLaren, Ganassi, Ed Carpenter, and Penske, while several teams are still finalizing their lineups, making it an exciting off-season.
Team Penske has officially signed 23-year-old David Malukas to drive the No. 12 Chevrolet, replacing Will Power, and aims to develop his potential within their successful racing team, with Malukas expressing excitement about the opportunity to race for one of the sport's top teams.
IndyCar's 2026 schedule features key improvements such as better race spacing and the return of Milwaukee's doubleheader, while facing challenges like the absence of Mexico City due to the World Cup and potential new races in Washington, D.C. The series aims to enhance the fan experience and revisit iconic venues like Laguna Seca for future championships.
Phoenix Raceway announced that the NTT INDYCAR SERIES will return to the track on March 7, 2026, for a doubleheader with NASCAR, marking its first race there since 2018 and continuing a legacy of over 50 years of open-wheel racing at the venue.
The 2026 INDYCAR season features 17 races starting in March with new venues including Phoenix, Arlington, and Markham, and concludes at Laguna Seca. The schedule includes a mix of oval, road, and street courses, with notable events like the Indianapolis 500 and Nashville night race, and excludes some previous venues like Toronto's Exhibition Centre and Iowa.
Colton Herta, a nine-time IndyCar race winner, will make an unprecedented move to Formula 2 in 2026 as part of Cadillac's F1 ambitions, aiming to eventually secure an F1 seat in 2027. This bold decision involves a risk but is driven by his desire to pursue a career in Formula 1, with Cadillac supporting his development through F2 and testing roles.
Will Power will join Andretti Global to race in IndyCar in 2026, replacing Colton Herta who is moving to Formula 1 as a test driver for Cadillac F1 Team. Power, a highly successful IndyCar driver with 45 wins and two titles, expressed excitement about the new opportunity and working with Honda and the Andretti team.
Colton Herta will serve as a Cadillac F1 test driver in 2026 and is likely to switch to Formula 2, aiming to gain superlicence points and advance his goal of racing in Formula 1, while also leaving IndyCar for a new opportunity.
IndyCar star Colton Herta has signed with Cadillac as a test driver for the 2026 Formula 1 season, marking a significant step in his racing career and a notable moment for American motorsport, as Cadillac prepares to enter F1 with a new driver lineup including Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez.
Will Power, a highly successful INDYCAR driver with 45 wins and two championships, will not return to Team Penske in 2026, marking the end of a 17-year tenure. The team has not announced a replacement, but options like David Malukas are considered likely. Power is exploring new opportunities and has expressed a desire to be in a competitive environment where he can win.
Will Power, a prominent IndyCar driver with a successful career including two championships and the Indy 500, will not return to Team Penske for the 2026 season, ending an 18-year association. The decision was mutual, with Power seeking a new challenge, and his future team remains uncertain, possibly involving a move to Andretti Global.