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NXT Gen Notebook: Barber stages dramatic doubleheader
DIVEBOMB unpacks the big stories from Indy NXT at Barber, which staged the first doubleheader of 2026.

Archie O’Reilly
Apr 211 min read


Friday debrief: McLaughlin sets early IndyCar pace at Barber
Team Penske’s Scott McLaughlin has set the early benchmark at Barber Motorsports Park, leading IndyCar’s opening practice session ahead of Andretti Global’s championship leader Kyle Kirkwood.

Archie O’Reilly
Mar 275 min read


Power buoyed despite turbulent Andretti start: “I’m in a position to win a championship”
It was a turbulent start to Will Power's first IndyCar season with Andretti Global. But after a first podium in Arlington, he is aiming high...

Archie O’Reilly
Mar 256 min read


Will Power earns podium in IndyCar’s Arlington debut
Will Power continued his strong start with Andretti Global by securing a podium finish at the inaugural Grand Prix of Arlington, delivering a composed and strategic drive that showcased both his experience and the growing competitiveness of his new team in the 2026 IndyCar Series.

Hope Van Beek
Mar 196 min read


NXT Gen Notebook: Maiden winner crowned in Arlington frenzy
DIVEBOMB delves into the key stories from Round 2 of the Indy NXT season.

Archie O’Reilly
Mar 188 min read


Is “real deal” Kirkwood proving a title-ready IndyCar force?
Kyle Kirkwood has emerged as IndyCar championship leader after three rounds in 2026. But does he have the current capabilities to go all the way?

Archie O’Reilly
Mar 168 min read


Kirkwood beats out Palou for Grand Prix of Arlington win
Andretti Global's Kyle Kirkwood overcame several pit stops worth of trouble to take the win in IndyCar's return to Arlington, making the overtake on Álex Palou late in the race and surviving a late caution..

Morgan Holiday
Mar 154 min read


Resurgent Ericsson “didn’t recognise” himself in 2025 IndyCar season
Marcus Ericsson has admitted he was unrecognisable to himself as a driver en-route to finishing 20th in the IndyCar standings for Andretti Global last season.

Archie O’Reilly
Mar 144 min read


Ericsson takes first IndyCar pole in inaugural Arlington qualifying
Andretti Global’s Marcus Ericsson has secured a maiden IndyCar pole position in the series’ first qualifying session on the streets of Arlington, as Team Penske’s Scott McLaughlin crashed out in the opening round.

Archie O’Reilly
Mar 143 min read


NXT Gen Notebook: Newbies shine as hometown hero rises
DIVEBOMB unpacks the key events and stories from the opening weekend of the 2026 Indy NXT season.

Archie O’Reilly
Mar 38 min read


Ericsson "knows how to get it done" in bid to return to Victory Lane at St. Petersburg
After a self-described year of frustration and disappointment in 2025, Marcus Ericsson's 2026 season could not have gotten off to much of a better start after qualifying second for IndyCar's season opener on the Streets of St. Petersburg.

Dan Jones
Mar 14 min read


Ericsson at Andretti: What is happening with IndyCar’s Mr. Consistency?
At Chip Ganassi Racing, Marcus Ericsson was renowned for his remarkable consistency. But where has that gone in two trying years with Andretti?

Archie O’Reilly
Feb 57 min read


Andretti move "business as normal" for Power ahead of 2026 season
After 17 seasons with Penske, Will Power will embark on the biggest change in his IndyCar career in 2026 as he starts a new adventure with Andretti Global.

Dan Jones
Feb 39 min read


Max Taylor’s rise: From pandemic fandom & karting rookie to Andretti NXT in five years
Six years ago, Max Taylor knew nothing of racing. But in 2026, he stands one step off IndyCar. This is his story.

Archie O’Reilly
Dec 22, 202512 min read


Inside Hauger’s IndyCar move: NXT risk, tumultuous testing & Coyne-Andretti bond
After a dominant Indy NXT title-winning campaign, Dennis Hauger has stepped up to IndyCar with Dale Coyne Racing. This is the exclusive inside story of his move.

Archie O’Reilly
Dec 2, 202514 min read


IndyCar Weekly: Contracts confirmed and champions crowned
Dan gives you the round-up of IndyCar and Indy NXT news between the 2nd and 8th November including key contracts, champions being crowned and even more silly season.

Dan Jones
Nov 8, 202516 min read


Exclusive: Seb Murray opens up on Mid-Ohio Indy NXT concussion
Sebastian Murray suffered one of the biggest crashes in recent memory in Indy NXT at Mid-Ohio in July. He recalls the concussion he suffered and his recovery in the weeks after.

Archie O’Reilly
Nov 7, 20257 min read


Rapid-rising Seb Murray aiming high after leading Indy NXT test
Andretti newbie Sebastian Murray topped Indy NXT's annual IMS test last week. He spoke to DIVEBOMB two days later...

Archie O’Reilly
Nov 4, 20257 min read


Mixed emotions for Andretti’s Hughes after first IndyCar test
Newly-named Andretti Global reserve driver Lochie Hughes got immediately down to business in his fresh role with his first IndyCar test last Monday.

Archie O’Reilly
Oct 20, 20256 min read


Exclusive: Inside Hauger’s road to the Indy NXT title
Dennis Hauger took the big decision to move from F2 to Indy NXT in pursuit of IndyCar this year. And his 2025 season has turned into a memorable one...

Archie O’Reilly
Sep 9, 202516 min read
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