IndyCar has decided to grant Honda's request to try and catch up in the aero kit wars but boss Mark Miles says it's more about what's good for the series than simply trying to level the playing field. Following wind tunnel comparisons between the Honda of Graham Rahal and the Chevrolet of champion Scott Dixon, IndyCar determined there was enough of a chasm to enforce aero kit Rule 9.3, which allows relief to either manufacturer if the competitive balance is thought to be detrimental to the series. "We believe the situation created major issues for our Honda teams, which were under pressure from their sponsors and shareholders," said Miles in response to inquiries from RACER about...
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