What is the IndyCar Series?
Q: What is the IndyCar Series?
A: The IndyCar Series is the main level of American open wheel racing, also known as the NTT IndyCar Series.
Q: Who founded the current IndyCar Series?
A: The current IndyCar Series was founded by Tony George, the owner of Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Q: When did the IndyCar Series begin?
A: The IndyCar Series began in 1996, as a competitor to CART known as the Indy Racing League (IRL).
Q: What happened in 2008 to the IndyCar Series?
A: In 2008, the IndyCar Series merged with the Champ Car World Series (formerly CART).
Q: Who continues to sanction the IndyCar Series?
A: The IndyCar Series is still sanctioned by the Indy Racing League, which has now taken the name IndyCar.
Q: Who purchased the IndyCar Series in 2019?
A: Roger Penske purchased the IndyCar Series in 2019.
Q: What is the significance of the IndyCar Series?
A: The IndyCar Series is considered the premier level of American open wheel racing.