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New Track Record
by Caleb Hatch
New Track Record is a weekly show where hosts Caleb Hatch and Justin Kenny bring you the latest news and rumors on the sport of IndyCar racing. From race-by-race breakdowns to the hottest off-season rumors, this is the place to keep you in the know.
Episodes
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Ford, Yuki Test, Josh Pierson Rule
This week's episode: Ford briefly had interest in being the third OEM for IndyCar, Yuki Tsunoda is set for an IndyCar test at the end of the month and Josh Pierson is approved for an IndyCar license in 2027.
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2026 Fantasy IndyCar Winner Lynn
This week's episode: Lynn of Dixon Doing Dixon Things, winner of the NTR Fantasy IndyCar Challenge, joins to discuss his win, strategy, how he got into racing and IndyCar and what changes he would make for the sport.
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Lundgaard Confirmed at Ganassi
This week's episode: Christian Lundgaard is confirmed at Chip Ganassi Racing to replace Scott Dixon in the no. 9. Our expectations for him in year one with Alex Palou. Plus, McLaren announces a key sponsor for Scott Dixon and more fuel for Spain hosting an IndyCar race in 2027.
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2027 IndyCar Silly Season Update 2.0
This week's episode: Colton Herta to IndyCar rumors put to bed, Callum Ilott is back on the radar for an IndyCar seat in 2027 and the latest silly season rumors. Plus, another track is eyeing IndyCar for the future.
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Hauger to Foyt
This week's episode: Dennis Hauger moves to the no. 14 A.J. Foyt Racing car in 2027 on a multi-year deal. Plus, what this means for Santino Ferrucci and a look back at IndyCar TV ratings in 2026.
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2026 Laguna Seca Recap
This week's episode: A recap of the Mission Foods Grand Prix of Monterey won by Scott McLaughlin. We grade the 2026 IndyCar season and share your comments on the series. Plus, an update on potential tracks that could be in play for future IndyCar schedules.
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2026 Milwaukee Recap
This week's episode: A recap of the Snap-On doubleheader at the Milwaukee Mile won by Pato O'Ward as Alex Palou clinched his fifth IndyCar title. Plus, IndyCar is implementing new licensing standards and a preview of the season finale Mission Foods Grand Prix of Monterey.
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Freedom 250 Recap
This week's episode: A recap of the Freedom 250 on the streets of Washington, D.C. won by Kyle Kirkwood. Plus, a race in Brazil could be added to the IndyCar schedule in 2027 and Colombia is possible for 2028. Finally, a preview of the doubleheader weekend at the Milwaukee Mile.
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2026 Markham Recap
This week's episode: A recap of a wild inaugural Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham won by Marcus Ericsson. Plus, A preview of the Freedom 250 in Washington, D.C., Yuki Tsunoda possibly to IndyCar and other silly season updates, more on a rumor for a potential third OEM and the latest buzz on…
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2026 Portland Recap
This week's episode: A recap of the OnlyBulls Grand Prix of Portland won by Alex Palou. Plus, the first phase of the 2027 IndyCar schedule is out and a preview of the inaugural Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham.
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2027 IndyCar Silly Season Update
This week's episode: Marcus Ericsson is confirmed to return to Andretti Global in 2027. Plus, where Mick Schumacher could land in 2027 and other IndyCar silly season updates. Also, could a third engine manufacturer be coming to IndyCar soon and a preview of this weekend's OnlyBulls Grand Prix of...
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2028 IndyCar Unveiled
This week's episode: IndyCar unveiled the new car called the IR-28, which is set to begin competition starting with the 2028 season. Plus, an update on international races including a new country that IndyCar could visit thanks to interest from Fox.
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2026 Nashville Recap
This week's episode: A recap of the Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix won by Alex Palou. Plus, IndyCar's first charter sale is complete as Dreyer & Reinbold Racing will return full-time in 2027 after buying a charter from Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing.
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2026 Nashville Preview
This week's episode: A preview of the Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix at Nashville Superspeedway. Plus, the schedule is out for the Freedom 250 Washington, D.C. street race, more international race updates and a silly season update with rumors of a charter for sale.
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2026 Mid Ohio Recap
This week's episode: A recap of Pato O'Ward's win in the Honda Indy 200 at the Mid Ohio Sports Car Course. Plus, more details on the IndyCar video game, and McLaren confirms their 2027 lineup and other silly season news and rumors.
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Dixon to McLaren
This week's episode: Scott Dixon is leaving Chip Ganassi Racing after the season to join Arrow McLaren. Plus, the latest other IndyCar silly season news and rumors and a preview of this weekend's Honda Indy 200 at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course.
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2026 Road America Recap
This week's episode: A recap of Christian Lundgaard's last to first comeback win at the XPEL Grand Prix at Road America. Plus, the 2027 IndyCar silly season gets underway as Indy 500 winner Felix Rosenqvist is leaving Meyer Shank Racing.
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2026 IndyCar Midseason Grades
This week's episode: We hand out our midseason letter grades to each full-time IndyCar team. Plus, a preview of the XPEL Grand Prix at Road America and remembering Dennis Reinbold.
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2026 Gateway Recap
This week's episode: A recap of a wild Bommarito 500 won by Josef Newgarden at the race track formerly known as Gateway.
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2026 Detroit Recap
This week's episode: A recap of a chaotic Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix won by Alex Palou. Plus, a preview of the Bommarito 500 at Gateway and major changes to INDYCAR officiating.
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2026 Indy 500 Recap
This week’s episode: A recap of the thrilling 110th Indianapolis 500 won by Felix Rosenqvist.
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2026 Indy 500 Preview
This week's episode: A recap of qualifications for the 110th Indianapolis 500 that saw Alex Palou win his second career ‘500’ pole position plus our race preview and pick to win.
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2026 Indy GP Recap
This week's episode: A recap of the Sonsio Grand Prix won by Christian Lundgaard on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course. Plus, our thoughts on Race Control and early pole picks for the Indy 500.
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Push to Pass Gate 2.0
This week's episode: A look at the latest push to pass scandal in IndyCar and the new rule change. Plus, a preview of this weekend's Sonsio Grand Prix on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course.
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2026 Indy 500 Open Test Recap
This week's episode: A recap of the 2026 Indy 500 Open Test at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Plus, our thoughts on non-chartered IndyCar entries being restricted to the Indy 500 only starting in 2027.
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2026 Long Beach Recap
This week's episode: A recap of the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach won by Alex Palou. Plus, our ideas on how to fix the racing there, a look at the massive increase in tv ratings for IndyCar and what it means going forward.
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Why the Indy 500 Needs Bumping
This week's episode: We discuss why the Indy 500 needs bumping and how it is important to the event as a whole. Plus, a preview of the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.
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2026 Barber Recap
This week's episode: A recap of the Children's of Alabama Indy Grand Prix at Barber Motorsports Park won by Alex Palou. Plus, another Indy 500 entry is in the works.
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The Exclusivity Factor Holding IndyCar Back
This week's episode: We discuss why exclusivity in IndyCar across full-time teams, engine manufacturers, chassis manufacturers and more is holding IndyCar back. Plus, a preview of the Children's of Alabama Indy Grand Prix at Barber Motorsports Park.
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2026 Arlington Recap
This week's episode: A recap of the inaugural Java House Grand Prix of Arlington won by Kyle Kirkwood. Plus, the Indy 500 entry list is filling up.
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2026 Phoenix Recap
This week's episode: A recap of the thrilling Good Ranchers 250 at Phoenix Raceway won by Josef Newgarden. Plus, a look at what ovals fans most want to return to the IndyCar schedule, a preview of the Java House Grand Prix of Arlington, and the Washington, D.C. track layout is released.
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2026 St. Pete Recap
This week's episode: We recap the season-opening Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg won by Alex Palou and preview this weekend's Good Ranchers 250 at Phoenix Raceway.
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2026 IndyCar Season Preview
This week's episode: Our 2026 NTT IndyCar Series predictions plus a preview of the season-opening Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg.
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New IndyStar Motorsports Reporter Zion Brown
This week's episode: New IndyStar motorsports reporter Zion Brown joins to discuss Phoenix Raceway testing, Chevy and Honda extending with IndyCar, the Freedom 250 and other new races on the schedule, Alex Palou, 2026 storylines and his background in motorsports and journalism.
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Chevy, Honda Extend IndyCar Partnership
This week's episode: IndyCar announces multi-year extensions with Chevrolet and Honda as engine manufacturers for 2027 and beyond. Chevy and Honda each will receive a charter for an entry for 2028 and beyond as well.
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IndyCar Adds Washington, D.C. Race
This week's episode: IndyCar officially adds a Washington, D.C. street race set for August 21-23 in the nation's capital. We discuss the positives and concerns for the one-off race which will mark the fourth new event on the 2026 IndyCar schedule.
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Penske, Palou, Prema and DC Proposal
This week's episode: Tim Cindric returns to Team Penske, McLaren's lawsuit against Alex Palou reaches a conclusion, the latest on Prema competing in IndyCar in 2026, and talks are renewed for an IndyCar street race this summer in Washington, D.C.
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2026 Indy 500 Entry List Projections
This week's episode: We take a look at the early entry list projections for the 2026 Indy 500. Is this the year we finally get above 34 entries? Plus, the nuclear option that could shake up the entry list.
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Prema’s IndyCar Future in Doubt
This week's episode: Prema Racing's IndyCar future is in doubt after the team's co-owners left the organization earlier this week. Plus, The Grand Prix Association of Long Beach announced that President and CEO Jim Michaealian is shifting to a new role with Penske Entertainment.
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2026 IndyCar Wish List
This week's episode: We share our top 5 IndyCar wish list items on and off track for the series in 2026.
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PRI Hoosier 500 Winner Robert Maleczka
This week's episode: PRI Hoosier 500 Winner Robert Maleczka joins to discuss his thrilling win, the impact of the hybrid, weather in iRacing, and his sim racing schedule.
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PRI Hoosier 500 Polesitter Robert Maleczka
This week's episode: PRI Hoosier 500 polesitter Robert Maleczka joins to discuss Sunday's race, strategy, his start in iRacing, his family's Indy 500 history and more. Plus, we discuss Sunoco's return to IndyCar full-Itime as sponsor for Kyffin Simpson and the series announcing their Independent...
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Tanner Watkins and Ryan Schuld of the PRI Hoosier 500
This week's episode: Tanner Watkins and Ryan Schuld of the PRI Hoosier 500 join to preview the upcoming race and discuss sim racing. Plus, we discuss Mick Schumacher officially signing with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing and Sting Ray Robb confirmed at Juncos Hollinger Racing.
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Michael Good Previews the PRI Show
New episode: PRI President Michael Good joins to preview this year's PRI Show set for Dec. 11-13 in Indianapolis. Plus, Mick Schumacher leaves the Alpine WEC team, paving a clear path for him to join an upgraded Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing in 2026.
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Ryan Hunter-Reay to McLaren for Indy 500
This week's episode: Ryan Hunter-Reay is confirmed as the fourth Arrow McLaren entry for the 2026 Indy 500. Plus, we learned the name of the “mega” driver that was in discussions with McLaren to fill that seat.
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Collet to Foyt
This week's episode: Caio Collet is confirmed as the second full-time IndyCar driver at A.J. Foyt Racing. Plus, Kyle Kirkwood signs a contract extension at Andretti Global and what it means moving forward.
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Marco Andretti Retires from Racing
This week's episode: Marco Andretti announces his retirement from racing. We take a look back at some of our memories of his IndyCar and Indy 500 career.
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John Oreovicz on Class of ’99
This week's episode: Author John Oreovicz joins to discuss his new book, Class of '99: Triumph and Tragedy in the 1999 CART IndyCar Series.
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VeeKay to Juncos
This week's episode: Rinus VeeKay is confirmed as the “lead driver” at Juncos Hollinger Racing for 2026 and what it means for Conor Daly and Sting Ray Robb. Plus, Mick Schumacher completes his first IndyCar test at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course and what he had to say about racing in...
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2025 IndyCar Fantasy Winner
This week's episode: Kory, our 2025 IndyCar fantasy winner on GridRivals, joins to discuss his strategy with the new format, favorite IndyCar drivers, races he's attended, and the biggest issue facing IndyCar right now.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
New Track Record is a weekly show where hosts Caleb Hatch and Justin Kenny bring you the latest news and rumors on the sport of IndyCar racing. From race-by-race breakdowns to the hottest off-season rumors, this is the place to keep you in the know.
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