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Indy to scrap double-file restarts at Indianapolis, others
IndyCar officials will eliminate double-file restarts this season at three ovals -- Indianapolis, Texas and Fontana. Race director Beaux Barfield made the surprise announcement Tuesday. Barfield says he made the decision for two reasons: the location of the acceleration point on those tracks and drivers' concerns. Full Story.(Photo: The Canadian Press)
Pack Mentality
The IndyCar Series will use heat races for qualifying at Iowa Speedway this year. First-year race director Beaux Barfield tells The Associated Press the heat races are a trial for something the series could implement at certain ovals in 2013. Full Story.
Communication Breakdown
The new race director for the IndyCar Series wants to improve communication with the drivers and is willing to listen to their concerns about specific racing issues. Full Story.