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VeeKay Inks New Contracts
Juncos Hollinger Racing announced Oct. 13 it has signed veteran Rinus VeeKay as its new lead driver for the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season. VeeKay, 25, from The Netherlands, brings six seasons of NTT INDYCAR SERIES experience to JHR. He was 2020 series Rookie of the Year and has one career victory, in the 2021 Sonsio Grand Prix on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course. “I’m excited to officially announce my move to Juncos Hollinger Racing,” VeeKay said. “This is a team
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6 days ago


A Good Run For Mick
Penske Photo by Chris Owens By Marshall Pruett - Oct 13, 2025 at 2:39 PM ET Schumacher enthused after first IndyCar laps with RLL: "It's fun to drive" Mick Schumacher’s first morning in an IndyCar yielded 18 laps in the No. 75 Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing Honda around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway’s 2.4-mile, 14-turn road course. The former Haas F1 driver dealt with the same issue as the rest of the runners as the IndyCar Series’ timing and scoring beacon at the start/f
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Oct 13


Schumacher Prepares For Indy Car Test
Getty Image By Marshall Pruitt Mick Schumacher’s first IndyCar Series test takes place on Monday with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing....
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Oct 10


USAC Sprints
Jack Reitz photo Richie Murray October 1, 2025 Terre Haute, Indiana (October 1, 2025)………For more than a half century, the Tony Hulman...
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Oct 2


IMSA News
By Stephen Kilbey - Sep 30, 2025, 3:52 PM ET AMR's Valkyrie finding its stride With the end of the 2025 FIA WEC and IMSA seasons fast...
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Oct 2


Pagenaud Remains Busy
By Marshall Pruett - Oct 1, 2025, 1:05 PM ET How Pagenaud is helping Cadillac F1 get a head start Simon Pagenaud has been a busy man for...
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Oct 2


Testy Days Ahead
Testing, Testing: Teams, Drivers Staying Busy on Track in October Curt Cavin INDYCAR Staff Writer 1 day ago Share: After competing in 17...
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Oct 2


A Career Revival?
Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing (RLL) announced Sept. 26 that Mick Schumacher, who competes in the World Endurance Championship (WEC) for...
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Sep 26
Coyne Has Hauger And Andretti Tech
Dale Coyne Racing announced Sept. 23 that reigning INDY NXT by Firestone champion Dennis Hauger will drive one of the team’s...
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Sep 23


Palou On The Borg
Borg Warner Photo By Scott LePage By David Malsher-Lopez - Sep 18, 2025, 5:23 PM ET Palou's modeling assignment Alex Palou and sculptor...
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Sep 22


Sir Jackie Remembers His Friend
Clive Rose photo Sir Jackie Stewart paid an emotional tribute to his old friend and two-time Formula 1 champion Jim Clark during the...
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Sep 15


Why Herta?
KAREN BLEIER/AFP via Getty Images Three reasons why Cadillac were spot on signing Colton Herta as a 2026 Formula 1 test driver ...
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Sep 8


F1's Take On Herta To Cadillac
IndyCar racer Colton Herta will spend the 2026 season as Cadillac’s test driver, following the signing of Valtteri Bottas and Sergio...
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Sep 4


Inside Look At Toronto Indy Venue Change
Tyson Lautenschlager · CBC News The roar on Toronto's lakeshore is no more as the annual NTT IndyCar Series weekend races north. Green...
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Sep 4


O'Ward Has New Goal After Capturing Nashvile Pole
LEBANON, Tenn. (Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025) – With second place secured in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES standings this season, Pato O’Ward has a...
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Aug 30


Remembering Ernie Saxton: A Pioneer in Motorsports Media
It is with deep regret that we share the passing of Ernie Saxton, a cornerstone of motorsports journalism and the driving force behind the Eastern Motorsport Press Association (EMPA). His vision, leadership, and dedication helped shape one of the most respected media organizations in auto racing.
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Aug 18


Announcing the 2025 Russo-Marvel Award Recipient: Mike Harris
Veteran motorsports journalist Mike Harris has been named the 2025 recipient of the Russo-Marvel Award. Known for his decades of work with the Associated Press, Harris is celebrated for his integrity, influence, and lasting contributions to motorsports journalism.
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May 23


Pat Caporali Wins 2025 Jim Chapman Award for Excellence in Motorsports PR
Pat Caporali, Firestone’s lead communications rep for the NTT IndyCar and Indy NXT series, has been named the 2025 Jim Chapman Award winner for excellence in motorsports PR. Presented with the Society of Professional Motorsports Journalists, the award honors her outstanding professionalism, dedication to the media, and embodiment of Chapman’s legacy of trust, respect, and class.
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May 23


Award-Winning Journalism: Jim Donnelly’s Deep Dive into the Ford GT40
SPMJ member Jim Donnelly has once again been recognized for his outstanding work in motorsports journalism. His article for Tazio magazine explores the early challenges of the Ford GT40 project and the crucial role of engineer Roy Lunn in saving the car’s future. The piece earned Jim the 2025 Ken W. Purdy Award from the International Motor Press Association — his second time receiving the honor. It’s a compelling story, told with the depth and clarity that define Jim’s work.
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May 15


A letter to Roger Penske: ‘Color confusion’ and the quest for young IndyCar fans
In an open letter to Roger Penske, veteran driver and broadcaster Derek Daly urges IndyCar to fix its inconsistent branding. He argues that ever-changing liveries and team colors confuse young fans, making it hard to build loyalty. Without recognizable drivers, Daly warns, IndyCar risks losing its next generation of followers.
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May 14
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