Armstrong experiences third engine failure in recent Portland race
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 12:02 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026

During the race at Portland International Raceway on August 9, 2026, Armstrong's No. 66 Meyer Shank Racing Honda suffered an engine failure. This incident marks the third such failure for Armstrong in his last four races. The series of mechanical issues has impacted his performance this season, culminating in a frustrating outing at this event.
- •Armstrong competes for Meyer Shank Racing in the IndyCar Series.
- •His latest engine failure occurred during the August 9 race.
- •This is his third engine failure in four races.
- •Technical problems have negatively affected his recent performance.
- 12:02 AMRacer — Armstrong's string of bad engine luck continues in Portland
"Armstrong's No. 66 Meyer Shank Racing Honda has suffered three engine failures over the last four races, the most recent occurring during Sunday's race at Portland International Raceway.
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