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Author: Caleb Hatch

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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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2026 Phoenix Recap

2026 Phoenix Recap

2026-03-1301:17:38

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.
2026 St. Pete Recap

2026 St. Pete Recap

2026-03-0601:13:35

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.
2026 IndyCar Season Preview

2026 IndyCar Season Preview

2026-02-2701:13:34

This week's episode: Our 2026 NTT IndyCar Series predictions plus a preview of the season-opening Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg. 
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. 
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. 
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. 
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. 
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. 
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. 
2026 IndyCar Wish List

2026 IndyCar Wish List

2026-01-0901:11:48

This week's episode: We share our top 5 IndyCar wish list items on and off track for the series in 2026.
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.
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 Officiating Board. 
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. 
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. 
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. 
Collet to Foyt

Collet to Foyt

2025-11-0653:45

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. 
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.
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.
VeeKay to Juncos

VeeKay to Juncos

2025-10-1538:27

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 the series. 
2025 IndyCar Fantasy Winner

2025 IndyCar Fantasy Winner

2025-10-0901:00:42

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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