Caleb Hatch

New Track Record

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New Track Record is a weekly show where hosts Caleb Hatch and Justin Kenny bring you the latest news and rumors on the sport of IndyCar racing. From race-by-race breakdowns to the hottest off-season rumors, this is the place to keep you in the know.

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Caleb Hatch

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Sports

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Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

2023 IndyCar Wish List 23.12.2022

This week's episode: We discuss IndyCar dropping iRacing at the end of the year plus our 5 IndyCar wish list items for the series and growth for 2023. 

Adam Stern on Streaming, Marketing and a Video Game 15.12.2022

This week's episode: Adam Stern of Sports Business Journal joins to discuss IndyCar announcing the '100 Days to Indy' streaming series on the CW and Vice, the offseason discontent over the series' marketing efforts and changes, Iowa ticket prices, an update on the IndyCar video game and a potential new market for the series to hold a race. 

Streaming, Engines and Armstrong to Ganassi 09.12.2022

This week's episode: IndyCar finally announces a streaming series with "100 Days to Indy" focusing on the buildup to next year's Indy 500 coming to the CW and Vice TV in the spring of 2023, the series is increasing marketing efforts next year as well, IndyCar will keep the current 2.2L engine formula in 2024 with hybrids as opposed to the new 2.4L engine design and Marcus Armstrong is announced as...

Marketing, Money and McLaren 01.12.2022

This week's episode: INDYCAR is searching for a new marketing leader after parting ways with VP of Marketing SJ Luedtke, a look at the impact of skyrocketing ticket prices and what it means for fans who are planning to attend the Hy-Vee IndyCar doubleheader at Iowa Speedway, and McLaren announces that Alex Palou will be their F1 reserve driver for 2023. Plus, Jamie Chadwick is confirmed to Andrett...

Wilson to DRR, NASCAR Drivers in Play for Indy 500 18.11.2022

This week's episode: Stefan Wilson and Cusick Motorsports are set to enter this year's Indianapolis 500 with Dreyer & Reinbold Racing, could Jimmie Johnson, Kyle Larson or Kyle Busch be in the second Dreyer & Reinbold Indy 500 seat and more silly season news and rumors. 

State of Penske Entertainment and IndyCar 11.11.2022

This week's episode: We look at the state of IndyCar three years since the announcement of Roger Penske taking control of the series and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, discussing factors including teams, schedule/tracks, new markets, technology/innovation and diversity. Also, Takuma Sato may be an oval-only driver in 2023. 

Kanaan, NTT to McLaren and Indy NXT 04.11.2022

This week's episode: We return to discuss Tony Kanaan and NTT Data moving from Chip Ganassi Racing to Arrow McLaren SP, Indy Lights is renamed Indy NXT, Roger Penske wants more ovals, a new track being built near Knoxville wants an IndyCar race and Colton Herta gets an extension with Andretti Autosport to make him the highest-paid driver in the series. 

Latifi, Silly Season and FP1s 19.10.2022

This week's episode: Nicholas Latifi is rumored to go to IndyCar and Chip Ganassi Racing, NTT Data could move to Arrow McLaren SP, Alex Palou and Pato O'Ward get FP1 outings in F1, there will be no changes to the Nashville circuit and more silly season rumors. 

Testing, Streaming and Silly Season Rumors 14.10.2022

This week's episode: IndyCar releases the official 2023 testing schedule, which includes spring training at The Thermal Club in Southern California in February, Indianapolis Motor Speedway in April and WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in September. Plus, IndyCar is closing in on a streaming series and more silly season news and rumors regarding Kyle Busch, Kyle Larson, Chip Ganassi Racing and more.

Ferrucci to Foyt in 2023 07.10.2022

This week's episode: Santino Ferrucci is confirmed to drive the no. 14 A.J. Foyt Racing car in 2023, Kyle Busch likely out for a 4th Arrow McLaren SP car for the 2023 Indy 500 but Tony Kanaan could slide in to his spot, Kyle Larson rumors are heating up, Colton Herta gets an extension with Andretti Autosport, Juncos Racing will run IndyCar demonstrations in Argentina next month and a rumor that Ji...

2023 Schedule Released and Jimmie Johnson Steps Away 30.09.2022

This week's episode: The 2023 IndyCar schedule is released, a look at potential events that could be added in the future including Milwaukee, Denver, Richmond, and a race in the western U.S., Jimmie Johnson steps away from running IndyCar full-time for 2023 but could do the Indy 500 and more IndyCar events, Benjamin Pedersen is confirmed full-time at A.J. Foyt Racing, and our IndyCar Fantasy Chall...

Kyle Busch Rumored to McLaren for Indy 500 23.09.2022

This week's episode: Kyle Busch is rumored to run for McLaren with Menards sponsorship in the Indy 500, team president Taylor Kiel steps down, Brian Barnhart steps in, more IndyCar silly season news and rumors, and a major change in funding for Indy Lights. 

2022 Laguna Seca Recap 16.09.2022

This week's episode: A recap of Alex Palou's dominating win in the Firestone Grand Prix of Monterey at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, Will Power claims the 2022 series title, Palou will return to the 10 car next year, Felix Rosenqvist will return to the 7 car, some hints on next year's schedule, Toyota is out as a third OEM and more silly season news and rumors. 

2022 Portland Recap 09.09.2022

This week's episode: A recap of Scott McLaughlin's Grand Prix of Portland win, a look at the championship battle with five drivers still eligible and three truly in the hunt to win the title at Laguna Seca, Juncos Hollinger Racing will expand with a second full-time entry next year, HMD will expand to 8 cars in Indy Lights, more silly season news in IndyCar and Indy Lights, a preview of the Firest...

Rob Howden and Portland Preview 02.09.2022

This week's episode: Road To Indy voice and series development director Rob Howden joins to break down the championship battles in Indy Lights, Indy Pro 2000 and USF2000, Jamie Chadwick's Lights test, the switch from Cooper Tires to Firestone in Lights in 2023, USF Juniors joining the Road to Indy ladder and more. Plus, a look at silly season rumors including Colton Herta possibly to F1 next year...

2022 Gateway Recap 26.08.2022

This week's episode: A recap of Josef Newgarden's win in the Bommarito 500 at Gateway, this week in McLaren, more silly season rumors and Andretti announces a new headquarters. 

Silly Season, TV Ratings and Gateway Preview 19.08.2022

This week's episode: Christian Lundgaard gets a restructured multi-year deal to remain with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing, Helio Castroneves will return to Meyer Shank Racing in 2023 for a full season, more silly season rumors, a theory on IndyCar TV ratings and a preview of Saturday's Bommarito Automotive Group 500 at Gateway. 

2022 Nashville Recap 11.08.2022

This week's episode: A recap of Scott Dixon's win in the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix in Nashville, thoughts on the track vs. the drivers, the championship chase and changes in the event from year one to year two. 

Gallagher GP Recap 04.08.2022

This week's episode: A recap of Alexander Rossi's win in the Gallagher Grand Prix on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course, Rinus VeeKay re-signs for a multi-year deal with Ed Carpenter Racing, the Alex Palou case heads to federal court and a preview of this weekend's Music City Grand Prix.

Nick Yeoman and Iowa Recap 28.07.2022

This week's episode: Nick Yeoman of IndyCar Radio joins to recap the doubleheader at Iowa Speedway, Hy-Vee's support of the event, the Alex Palou contract drama and the IndyCar championship chase. Plus, the latest on Alex Palou's future, Callum Ilott will return to Juncos Hollinger Racing and a preview of this weekend's Gallagher Grand Prix at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course. 

2022 Toronto Recap 21.07.2022

This week's episode: A recap of Scott Dixon's Honda Indy Toronto win at Exhibition Place, the latest on Alex Palou's contract drama and Felix Rosenqvist's IndyCar future, another update on a third engine manufacturer plus a preview of this weekend's doubleheader at Iowa Speedway. 

Palou to McLaren in 2023 13.07.2022

This week's episode: We break down the fallout surrounding Alex Palou to McLaren in 2023 between Ganassi's announcement, Palou's response and the McLaren announcement that includes F1 TPC testing but does not mention the IndyCar team, Colton Herta completes his first McLaren F1 TPC test, and we preview the return of the Honda Indy Toronto this weekend. 

2022 Mid Ohio Recap 07.07.2022

This week's episode: A recap of Scott McLaughlin's win in the Honda Indy 200 at the Mid Ohio Sports Car Course, race control calls, Andretti Autosport drama plus more silly season news and rumors. 

2023 Silly Season Update and Mid Ohio Preview 30.06.2022

This week's episode: A look at silly season updates involving Scott Dixon, Rinus Veekay, Chip Ganassi Racing, Arrow McLaren SP, and A.J. Foyt Racing along with expansion in Indy Lights. Plus, INDYCAR is open to promoting more races in the future and a preview of Sunday's Honda Indy 200. 

2022 IndyCar Midseason Grades 23.06.2022

This week's episode: Felix Rosenqvist is staying with McLaren for next year but could be with either Arrow McLaren SP or the McLaren Formula E team, we give our midseason letter grades for every full-time IndyCar team, and Firestone will be the Indy Lights tire supplier starting in 2023. 

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