The 2022 Indy Lights Schedule Feb. 27 – Streets of St. Petersburg May 1 – Barber Motorsports Park May13 – Indianapolis Road Course 1 May 14 – Indianapolis Road Course 2 June 4 – Raceway at Belle Isle 1 June 5 – Raceway at Belle Isle 2 June 12 – Road America July 3 – Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course July 23 – Iowa Speedway Aug. 7 – Streets of Nashville
| Rd. | Date | Track |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | February 27 | R Streets of St. Petersburg |
| 2 | May 1 | R Barber Motorsports Park |
| 3 | May 13–14 | R Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course |
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When does the 2022 Indy Lights season start?
The 2022 Indy Lights Presented by Cooper Tires season begins Sunday, Feb. 27 on the Streets of St. Petersburg. It is the 17 th year that Indy Lights has competed on the temporary street circuit.
What's new in the IndyCar Series in 2022?
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How will Indy Lights' points structure change in 2022?
On February 22, 2022, it was announced that as part of IndyCar taking over the role of the sanctioning body, Indy Lights would adjust its points structure to follow that of the IndyCar series. [2]
How many races are on the Indy Lights schedule?
This year’s Indy Lights presented by Cooper Tires schedule will comprise 14 races, all within NTT IndyCar Series race events. The Lights calendar will feature three double-headers, a return to Iowa Speedway, and the series’ debut on the streets of Nashville.
Where can I watch Indy Lights 2022?
Our service is currently in beta, but will be expanded for all Indy Lights session starting at Barber Motorsports Park. NBC is the exclusive U.S. television home for INDYCAR, with all races airing live on NBC and USA in 2022, highlighted by the 106th Running of the Indianapolis 500 on NBC on May 29.
What is the 2022 INDYCAR schedule?
IndyCar 2022 Calendar19 Jan 19 * JanSebring January testing Photos23 Jul 23 JulIowa Race 1 News Photos Videos Results24 Jul 24 JulIowa Race 2 News Photos Videos Results30 Jul 30 JulGrand Prix of Indianapolis Race 2 News Photos Videos Results07 Aug 07 AugNashville News Photos Videos Results31 more rows
What is the difference between INDYCAR and Indy Lights?
Indy Lights is an American developmental automobile racing series sanctioned by IndyCar, currently known as Indy Lights Presented by Cooper Tires for sponsorship reasons. Indy Lights is the highest step on the Road to Indy, a program of racing series leading up to the IndyCar Series.
How fast do Indy Lights go?
INDYCAR is the sanctioning body for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and Indy Lights Presented by Cooper Tires. Drivers compete in cars optimized to reach speeds up to 240 mph, which allows them to cover the length of a football field every second.
Are Indy cars faster than F1?
IndyCar machinery reaches top speeds of approximately 235mph from twin-turbocharged 2.2-litre V6 engines, whereas F1 cars reach top speeds of approximately 205mph from turbocharged 1.6-litre V6 hybrid engines - although in 2019, both Sebastian Vettel and Sergio Perez managed to hit 223.5mph at Monza and Mexico City, ...
What is the race schedule for 2022?
NASCAR schedule 2022DateRaceTV channelFeb. 17Daytona 500 DuelsFS1Feb. 20Daytona 500FoxFeb. 27Wise Power 400FoxMarch 6Pennzoil 400Fox26 more rows•Oct 9, 2022
How much do Indy light drivers make?
In the case of rookie drivers graduating from the Indy Lights program, they earn between $250,000 and $300,000. In addition to that, they also have opportunities to rope in a few sponsors and make some extra money. Journeymen earn between $800,000 to $1,000,000, while the champion drivers earn more than $1 million.
Do Indy Lights drivers get paid?
Winning a Lights race now lands a driver USD 20,000, while the numbers two through four will receive USD 15,000, USD 10,000 and USD 5,000 respectively.
How much does it cost to race in Indy Lights?
Single car teams can easily spend $800,000 to over $1 million per season. “Most the teams that run multiple cars, one, is because it helps the overall cost and, two, you need data from one driver to another,” Lambert said.
What fuel do Indy cars burn?
Since then, INDYCAR® officials have experimented with different blends of methanol and later ethanol to arrive at today's official fuel formula known as E85. It is a blend of 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent high-octane racing fuel.
Do Indy cars burn alcohol?
Final Thoughts. IndyCar uses an 85% ethanol fuel blend for its cars, and this has been the case since 2018.
How much does it cost to run an Indy Lights team?
My understanding is an Indy Lights program costs $800k-$1m. I have seen that same cost to run the Indy 500. Why would someone pay to run a season in AAA when they could spend the same money to run the 500?
What channel will IndyCar be on in 2022?
NBCThe 2022 IndyCar TV schedule on the NBC family of networks. The season begins February 27 at St....Previous races (2022)Time ETRaceTV11:00aIndianapolis 500NBC, Peacock
How many IndyCar races are there 2022?
17 racesThe 2022 IndyCar calendar features 17 races in what looks set to be a jam-packed schedule. Fans will be pleased to learn that the 2022 NTT IndyCar Series gets underway earlier than in previous years, with the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg hosting the opening round on 27 February.
How much are tickets to the 2022 Indianapolis 500?
General AdmissionEvent Day PricesIndy 500 Race Day - Sunday, May 29, 2022General Admission$50Indy 500 Snake Pit presented by Coors Light - Sunday, May 29, 2022General Admission*$75VIP*$200*Does not include gate admission to the facility61 more rows
What engines are in Indy Cars 2022?
Palou won three races in 2021. Hélio Castroneves was the reigning Indianapolis 500 winner, beginning his first full-time season in IndyCar since 2017. The 2022 season was planned to be the final season for the 2.2-litre V6 twin-turbocharged engine package that debuted in 2012.
Marshall Pruett
The 2022 season marks Marshall Pruett's 36th year working in the sport. In his role today for RACER, Pruett covers open-wheel and sports car racing as a writer, reporter, photographer, and filmmaker. In his previous career, he served as a mechanic, engineer, and team manager in a variety of series, including IndyCar, IMSA, and World Challenge.
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