IndyCar returns alternate oval tires for Nashville Grand Prix strategy
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
The IndyCar Series will reintroduce multiple tire compounds for the Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix. Scheduled for this weekend at Nashville Superspeedway, the change is expected to add strategic depth to the race. Firestone, the official tire supplier, is collaborating with IndyCar to enhance performance and competition. Teams will need to adapt their strategies regarding tire selection to optimize their chances during the event.
- •IndyCar reintroduces multiple tire compounds for Nashville race.
- •Event takes place this weekend at Nashville Superspeedway.
- •Change aims to enhance competition and strategic depth.
- •Firestone is collaborating with IndyCar on tire development.
- •Teams must adapt strategies for tire selection.
- 12:03 PMRacer — Return of alternate oval tires spices up strategy options for Nashville
"The IndyCar Series and Firestone are bringing back the use of multiple tire compounds for this weekend's Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix at Nashville Superspeedway.
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