Scott McLaughlin of Team Penske clinched his third win of the 2023 IndyCar season in a thrilling second race of the Milwaukee double-header. The New Zealander overcame intense battles to secure victory and close the gap in the championship race.
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Scott McLaughlin claimed pole position for the opening race, while Josef Newgarden secured second place on the grid for both races in the unique qualifying format at the IndyCar double-header weekend in Milwaukee. The Team Penske drivers showcased their pace, with McLaughlin narrowly missing out on a double pole.
Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren, has expressed his confidence in the Arrow McLaren IndyCar team mirroring the success of its Formula 1 counterpart. With a top-notch driver lineup, empowered team leadership, and necessary resources, Brown aims to break the IndyCar duopoly and challenge for the championship.
Brad Hollinger, a seasoned motorsport owner with experience in both Formula 1 and IndyCar, offers a rare and valuable perspective on the two prestigious single-seater categories. In an exclusive interview, Hollinger discusses the parallels and contrasts he has observed, drawing from his time as a shareholder at Williams and co-owner of Juncos Hollinger Racing in IndyCar.
In a stunning development, Scott Dixon’s IndyCar race at Mid-Ohio was cut short by a hybrid failure on the formation lap, leaving the veteran driver frustrated and dropping him in the championship standings.
Alex Palou’s adaptability to IndyCar’s new hybrid era was on full display as he secured pole position at the Mid-Ohio road course, leading all three rounds of knockout qualifying. The reigning and two-time series champion showcased his mastery of the hybrid technology, which pairs a 2.2-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine with supercapacitor hybrid system, producing over 800 horsepower.
IndyCar is set to introduce its groundbreaking electrical hybrid system this weekend, marking a significant milestone in its electrification journey. However, series president Jay Frye has made it clear that IndyCar has no plans to transition to a full electric vehicle (EV) route in the foreseeable future, opting to focus on perfecting its hybrid program.
Pato O’Ward, the 25-year-old Mexican driver of the No. 7 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet, got his first taste of IndyCar’s much-anticipated hybrid unit during the opening practice session at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. Despite mixed conditions, O’Ward was able to log 11 laps and provide valuable feedback on the new technology’s performance and challenges.
The IndyCar Series is embarking on a new era as the highly anticipated hybrid power unit makes its official race debut at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in 2024. This innovative technology, developed in collaboration with Chevrolet and Honda, pairs the existing 2.2-liter twin-turbocharged V6 internal combustion engine with supercapacitor hybrid technology, delivering an additional 120-plus horsepower on driver demand and bringing the total possible horsepower to over 800.
The IndyCar Series is ushering in a new era with the midseason release of its first-ever hybrid engine system, a collaborative effort between Chevrolet and Honda. Packed with cutting-edge technology, this hybrid powerplant promises to deliver an electrifying boost to the 2023 season.