What car did Alexander Rossi test?

He tested the new IndyCar IR-28 chassis.

When is the new chassis expected to race?

The IR-28 is planned to debut in the 2028 IndyCar season.

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Alexander Rossi reacts to his first laps in the next generation of IndyCar

First publishedAug 1, 23:55 UTC

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Alexander Rossi reacts to his first laps in the next generation of IndyCar

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This week, IndyCar officially unveiled its long-awaited new chassis, known as the IR-28, and while the photos were great, it was nice that we didn't have to wait long to get a taste of it in the flesh (carbon fiber?).That's because two days of running were scheduled for this weekend at Indianapolis Motor Speedway's 2.439-mile road course layout with Ed Carpenter Racing's Alexander Rossi jumping in the cockpit Saturday.There's a lot of work to be done before the IR-28 and its accompanying refreshed engines from Chevrolet and Honda hit the series in 2028, but Rossi said after spending Saturday in the car that he was impressed by the preparation that went into getting it ready for a shakedown.CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE"I’ve been a part of some new car launches before, and I can’t say that any have gone as smooth as this one has," Rossi said, per IndyCar.com. "That’s down to everyone involved.

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Alexander Rossi drove the new IndyCar IR-28 chassis for the first time at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. He completed laps on the track's road course layout during a two‑day test session. Rossi said the car felt good but still needs work before the 2028 season. The test gave teams an early look at the upcoming technology.

Why it matters

Fans can see how the next generation of IndyCar will look and perform. Early testing helps teams prepare for future races and could affect competition.

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What car did Alexander Rossi test?: He tested the new IndyCar IR-28 chassis.
When is the new chassis expected to race?: The IR-28 is planned to debut in the 2028 IndyCar season.

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