IndyCar conducts a test at Iowa Speedway to further familiarize with hybrid powertrains and the track's new surface ahead of the upcoming doubleheader event on July 13-14.

By the Numbers
  • 27 cars were scheduled to test at Iowa Speedway.
  • Drivers are allowed a maximum per-lap energy deployment of 105 kilojoules on top of the 700-plus horsepower generated by the engines.
State of Play
  • IndyCar is collecting valuable data on the impact of the new energy recovery system (ERS) on the fastest circuit, focusing on driver workload and ERS usage.
  • Teams are required to establish a new minimum weight for their cars to comply with the hybrid-spec regulations starting at the Mid-Ohio race in July.
Bottom Line

IndyCar's test at Iowa Speedway provides crucial insights into the adaptation to hybrid powertrains and track dynamics, setting the stage for a new era in the series marked by enhanced technological advancements and strategic considerations for teams.