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The NTT IndyCar Series will reach an important milestone with this week’s test of its new-for-2024 hybrid engine and energy recovery (…)
The NTT IndyCar Series will be testing its new hybrid engine and energy recovery system this week at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, marking an important milestone for the series. Previous tests have taken place at different circuits to refine the hybrid package, but this test will be on a superspeedway. Four hybrid cars will participate in the test with the full ERS package installed.
IndyCar has made changes to the energy harvesting methods for this test, opting for manual regeneration through a paddle on the steering wheel and manual deployment through the push-to-pass button. This is due to the minimal braking events on a superspeedway. A supercapacitor has been chosen instead of a battery for its rapid charging capabilities, which suits the needs of IndyCar at various types of tracks.
During the hybrid testing windows, Arrow McLaren’s Kyle Larson will also complete his Indy 500 Rookie Orientation Program with three sets of Firestone tires and a three-hour time slot. Additionally, Firestone will use the test day to develop tires for next year’s Indy 500 in collaboration with the hybrid teams.
The Rookie Orientation Program saw Tom Blomqvist leading the three approved drivers, including Linus Lundqvist and Marcus Armstrong, who will be competing at the Indy 500 next May.
Source: Racer
