Fast Cars and Big Smiles: The IR28 Unveiled

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Fast Cars Fast Girls React to IndyCar’s IR-28 Debut Test Hosts Abby Meyer and Sara Proctor recap seeing IndyCar’s new IR-28 chassis test at Indianapolis, praising its looks, sound, and sleeker aeroscreen integration, plus improved ventilation and the return of working LED panels. They note the rollout was fan-friendly and free despite rumors, thank the cross-team mechanics who volunteered a weekend to support the IndyCar/Dallara-run test, and describe rainy conditions and strong fan turnout. Alexander Rossi and Alex Palou tested the car (Rossi Saturday, Palou Sunday), both smiling and giving positive feedback; the car ran 71 total laps on the road course, with no more testing until September due to August’s schedule. They mention rumors of possible power steering, excitement to see the oval version and potential record speeds, plug their appearance on the IndyCar Dad podcast, and promote their social channels and “Trivia Tuesdays.”}

00:00 Welcome and Big Reveal

00:09 IR28 First Look Hype

00:37 Matt Damon Promo Tie In

01:16 On Track Sound and Drivers

02:37 Team Effort and Fan Access

04:33 Testing Details and Next Steps

05:19 Design Deep Dive Aero Screen

06:51 Rear Wing and LED Panels

09:01 Rumors Power Steering

10:16 Rain Running and Future Grid

12:39 Waiting for 2028

16:03 Podcast Plug and Socials

17:41 Weather Chaos Wrap Up

19:09 Final Sign Off