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Grosjean happy that “tricky” IndyCar hybrid has been postponed
The new supercapacitor system has undergone testing by the teams of engine suppliers Chevrolet and Honda, including Team Penske and Arrow McLaren, and Andretti Global and Chip Ganassi Racing respectively. The hybrid technology was originally intended to be ready for the season-opening Grand Prix of St. Petersburg in March. However, due to over 15,256 miles of testing and the need for further development, the program was postponed until after the Indy 500 in May. Some drivers, like Romain Grosjean, are happy with this decision as it allows them to start the season with a known concept on the car. Other drivers, such as Will Power, who have tested the hybrid system, have full confidence in its performance and believe it just needs a little more time before being introduced without any issues. The postponement was made to ensure that the introduction of the hybrid system is flawless and reliable.
