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IndyCar's New IR-28 Chassis: Flawless First Test
2 Aug
Summary
- IndyCar's new IR-28 chassis completed its first test with minimal issues.
- Driver Alexander Rossi expressed strong satisfaction with the new design.
- The next-generation car is set to debut in the 2028 season.
The IndyCar series has officially unveiled its first new chassis since 2012, the IR-28, which successfully completed its initial shakedown test.
Alexander Rossi of Ed Carpenter Racing piloted the new car on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course this past Saturday. Rossi reported that the car's debut was exceptionally smooth, with only a single sensor requiring replacement, a feat he described as "phenomenal" given the complexity of a new vehicle.
Despite limited track time due to weather, Rossi expressed his admiration for the chassis's qualities and the extensive preparation by all involved teams and manufacturers. The IR-28 is designed with modern innovations like the Aeroscreen in mind and is anticipated to be approximately 100 pounds lighter than its predecessor.
Reigning series champion Alex Palou is scheduled to test the IR-28 on Sunday, with the new chassis and updated engines from Chevrolet and Honda slated for series-wide introduction in 2028. This development marks an exciting new era for IndyCar racing.
