IndyCar Considers Power Steering for New IR28 Car
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IndyCar Considers Power Steering for New IR28 Car

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IndyCar’s new IR28 car design has opened a debate about whether to add power steering, sparking discussion among veteran drivers regarding safety versus the series' traditional physical demands.

The introduction of the IR28 allows for the possibility of power steering, which hasn’t been part of IndyCar since 1997. The potential change is driven by the new car’s design and has prompted a conversation about whether it would enhance driver safety or diminish the sport's core challenge.

The debate centers on the intense physical exertion currently required to drive an IndyCar, which many drivers see as a defining characteristic of the series. Veteran drivers are weighing in on the potential benefits of power steering against preserving the existing demands.

According to the report, the discussion isn’t simply about making driving easier; it's about balancing safety with the tradition of physical endurance that has long been associated with IndyCar racing.

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