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Andretti Global’s Marcus Ericsson posted the quickest lap in his No. 28 Honda on Tuesday to top the six-car private IndyCar Series test at The Thermal Club. Ericsson’s unofficial best of 1m40.136s …
Marcus Ericsson of Andretti Global set the quickest lap time in his Honda during the private IndyCar Series test at The Thermal Club, leading the six-car field. His impressive performance edged out teammate Kyle Kirkwood and PREMA Racing’s Robert Shwartzman, who also showcased strong pace. Ericsson reflected on the team’s progress at the track and highlighted the valuable learnings from the test session. Callum Ilott and Colton Herta followed in fourth and fifth place, respectively, while rookie Jacob Abel completed the lineup. The drivers had varying experiences throughout the day, emphasizing the importance of continued development as they prepare for the upcoming races. Former Ed Carpenter Racing driver Rinus VeeKay’s presence at the test hints at a potential future collaboration with Dale Coyne Racing.