But in 2028, the series' cars are finally getting a long-awaited refresh with the IR-28 chassis, which was unveiled on Tuesday.And it's a beaut, Clark.While the IndyCar DNA is still very apparent — which is what we all want — this chassis takes some steps into the future compared to the current DW12, which debuted in 2012.Twenty.Twelve.That's an eternity in motorsports.
For comparison, the NASCAR Cup Series refreshed its cars twice in that span, Formula 1 has done it three times, and Formula E (which only debuted in 2014) is slated to introduce four cars later this year.INDYCAR TEAMS COME TO TERMS ON THE SERIES' FIRST-EVER CHARTER SALE, WHICH SHAKES UP THE GRID FOR 2027So, yeah, it's time.The current IndyCar chassis, the Dallara DW12, has seen some changes but has been in use since 2012.(Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)This chassis is the first to be designed with two big IndyCar additions — the Aeroscreen and hybrid powertrains — in mind, and is expected to be around 100 pounds lighter than its predecessor.The IR-28 features new front and rear wings for both superspeedways and road and street courses, with the new aero package being designed to allow for closer racing.TRUMP TOUTS INDYCAR DRIVERS' 'SPECIAL' ABILITY AT FREEDOM 250 GRAND PRIX SHOWCASE, SEEMINGLY ENDING HOT DEBATEThe engine cover will give some real estate to the engine manufacturers, and the overall body design allows for more sponsorship space.Speaking of engines, Honda and Chevrolet will continue on as engine suppliers under the new formula, which will introduce 2.4-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engines that can produce up to 760 horsepower.The series will introduce a new hybrid system that uses a battery-based Energy Storage System (ESS) with an estimated 14 times the storage capacity of the current system.It sounds like a solid recipe, and reigning four-time series champion Alex Palou concurs."Seeing the car for the first time made me even more excited about where In...