A dramatic year for IndyCar racing in 2024 featured unprecedented events and controversies that reshaped the sport's landscape. Here are the most significant developments:

Team Penske Controversy

• Team Penske cars were caught using illegal 50-horsepower push-to-pass boosts during pre-race warm-up at Long Beach
• Josef Newgarden and Scott McLaughlin were disqualified from St. Petersburg race
• Multiple team personnel were suspended but allowed to work remotely
• Pato O'Ward was awarded the St. Petersburg victory weeks after the race

Notable Events

• Indianapolis 500 became an evening thriller after rain delays, with Josef Newgarden securing his second win
• Milwaukee Mile made a successful return with a well-attended doubleheader
• A falling mannequin at Barber Motorsports Park caused a race caution
• Santino Ferrucci and Kyle Kirkwood had a heated confrontation in Detroit

Driver Changes and Developments

• David Malukas's injury prevented him from racing for Arrow McLaren
• Dale Coyne Racing used nine different drivers throughout the season
• Theo Pourchaire made an impressive IndyCar debut at Long Beach
• Rookie Kyffin Simpson set the fastest lap in his first race

Rule Changes

• New "Dale Coyne Rule" implemented for 2025, limiting teams to three drivers per entry
• Changes in push-to-pass regulations following Team Penske controversy

The 2024 season marked one of the most volatile and newsworthy years in IndyCar history, combining intense on-track action with significant off-track developments that will influence the sport's future.

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