Two-Time CART Series Champion Alex Zanardi Dies at 59
The Italian went on to a career as a Paralympian following an accident that ended his motorsports career in 2001.
Tom is an IndyCar writer at Frontstretch, joining in March 2023. Besides writing the IndyCar Previews and frequent editions of Inside IndyCar, he will hop on as a fill-in guest on the Open Wheel podcast The Pit Straight. A native Hoosier, he calls Fort Wayne home. Follow Tom on Twitter @TomBlackburn42.
Josef Newgarden Takes Fresh Tires for the IndyCar Win at Phoenix
Newgarden used a tire advantage to take decisive control of the race in the final laps.
Alex Palou Wins 2026 IndyCar Opener at St. Petersburg
Palou took advantage of a fast pit stop and opportune caution period to control the pace in St. Petersburg.
The Pit Straight: 2026 IndyCar Season Preview & Predictions
Who should fans be watching as the 2026 IndyCar season kicks off? We’re glad you asked!
IndyCar Made Room for OEM Charters but Left PREMA Out
IndyCar found room to hand Honda and Chevrolet charters for 2028, while PREMA is left scraping for survival as the series doubles down on “value” and a smaller grid.
Washington, D.C.: Future Jewel for IndyCar, or Another Setback?
With the line between sport and politics more blurred than ever, IndyCar steps into the eye of the storm with its newest event.
The Top 10 IndyCar Storylines to Watch in 2026
A year of change and variety for IndyCar is fast approaching.
McLaren’s Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri Disqualified at Las Vegas
The pair originally finished second and fourth in the race.