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The Dinger in 2013: What could the future hold?
John looks ahead to potential additions to AJ Allmendinger’s IZOD IndyCar Series schedule with Penske Racing in 2013.
Friday’s announcement at IMS: What’s in store?
The contributors at More Front Wing take some guesses — some educated, some not so much — at what Friday’s announcement at Indianapolis Motor Speedway may be about.
Youth ticket discounts are an investment in the future
Steph feels that dropping the youth ticket prices for IndyCar races is a very wise move and should be done at as many events as possible.
Pro Mazda at COTA: Further thoughts from John
John shares some general impressions of his first visit to Circuit of the Americas to cover the Pro Mazda season opening weekend.
Racer to Racer: Pippa Mann chats with up-and-comer Jessica Bean
Glass Hammer Racing–backed midget racer Jessica Bean recently attended Skip Barber Racing School and ran on a road course for the first time. Pippa Mann spoke to her about the experience.
Pro Mazda at COTA: John’s Saturday thoughts
John recaps this weekend’s Pro Mazda season opening doubleheader at the new Circuit of the Americas.
Off-the-cuff reactions to the BCG report
Jenna Fryer at the Associated Press has acquired a copy of Boston Consulting Group’s report to the Hulman-George family. Here, Steph offers her off-the-cuff reactions to some of its key recommendations.
Pro Mazda at COTA: Preview
John will be on-site at Circuit of the Americas for this weekend’s Pro Mazda season opener. Here’s what he’s hoping to see.
On catch fencing, IndyCar and NASCAR must pull together
Neither IndyCar nor NASCAR can afford another accident that puts fans at risk. Paul says their collaborative effort is vital to ensuring spectators are protected for years to come.
Toronto: A case study in race promotion
Steph looks at some of the pre-season advertising choices made by Green Savoree Promotions in Toronto and the opportunities that were missed as a result.
March 9th fundraiser at Indy Dallara factory to benefit Graham Rahal Foundation
If you’ll be in Indianapolis on March 9th, there’s a big event happening you won’t want to miss — a tour of the Dallara factory and a fundraiser to benefit the Graham Rahal Foundation with driver appearances, the street-legal IndyCar two-seater, an iRacing competition, and much more!
Look to the engine formula, not aero kits, for growth
John opines that the solution to growth for the IZOD IndyCar Series lies not in the aero kits but in altering the engine formula to make the series more accessible to auto manufacturers.