IndyCar imposes grid penalties for three drivers at Ontario race
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 12:01 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Three drivers face six-position starting grid penalties for the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy on August 16. The penalties result from unapproved engine changes following the qualifying session. This decision comes as part of ongoing regulations within the IndyCar series to ensure compliance and maintain fair competition among the drivers.
- •Three cars receive six-position penalties for unapproved engine changes.
- •Penalties announced ahead of the race in Markham, Ontario.
- •Regulations emphasize compliance among IndyCar teams this season.
- 12:01 PMRacer — IndyCar confirms additional Markham grid penalties
"Three more cars have been assessed six-position starting grid penalties for Sunday's Ontario Honda Dealers Indy on the streets of Markham, following unapproved engine changes after qualifying.
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