Roger Penske says this year’s spec aerokit means IndyCars are better conceptually and practically, they’re safer, and they should ensure driving talent becomes the decisive factor in the series. Although Penske and Chevrolet appeared to have an advantage over their respective opposition during the three-year era in which engine manufacturers supplied aerokits, Penske said he had no problem switching to Dallara’s spec package. Penske said: “The car is harder to drive which is exactly what we wanted and the good news was that it wasn’t an expensive changeover. We kept the basic chassis, running-gear, suspension, and obviously the upgraded engines have helped. “The [new] aerokit...
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