Rahal ready to get back into IndyCar with Sato (AP)

Bobby Rahal moved one step closer to his full-time return to the IndyCar Series on Friday when Takuma Sato became the lead driver for his team for the 2012 season.

Rahal ready to get back into IndyCar with Sato (PA SportsTicker)

By JENNA FRYER AP Auto Racing Writer

Sato signs with Rahal-Letterman Racing (AP)

Japanese driver Takuma Sato has signed a deal with IndyCar team Rahal-Letterman Racing, Honda Motorsports announced on Friday.

Sato signs with Rahal-Letterman Racing (AP)

Japan's Takuma Sato has signed a deal to drive with IndyCar team Rahal-Letterman Racing, Honda Motorsports announced on Friday.

Barrichello considering move to IndyCar after test (AP)

Formula One driver Rubens Barrichello spent a third day Wednesday testing for KV Racing Technology. Although a move to IndyCar was not imminent, the Brazilian is definitely considering the series for 2012.

Barrichello has no plans beyond 2-day IndyCar test (PA SportsTicker)

By JENNA FRYER AP Auto Racing Writer

Barrichello has no plans beyond 2-day IndyCar test (AP)

Rubens Barrichello says he has no plans for 2012 beyond his two-day IndyCar test with KV Racing Technology.

Tracy trying to race 1 last year in IndyCar Series (AP)

Paul Tracy is close to putting together a deal to run in IndyCar this season, but said 2012 will be his final year in the open-wheel series.

AP source: Barrichello to test for KV Racing (AP)

Rubens Barrichello will test an IndyCar next week for KV Racing. It's not clear if the test will bring the Brazilian Formula One driver to IndyCar for 2012.

AP Source: Barichello to test for KV Racing (AP)

A person familiar with the plan tells The Associated Press that Formula One driver Rubens Barichello will test an IndyCar next week for KV Racing.

AP Source: Barichello to test for KV Racing (PA SportsTicker)

By JENNA FRYER AP Auto Racing Writer

Danica Patrick won’t run Indy 500 this year (AP)

Danica Patrick became a worldwide sensation as a rookie at the Indianapolis 500, challenging for victory and becoming the first woman to lead laps in the showcase race.

Oriol Servia signs with Dreyer & Reinbold Racing (AP)

Oriol Servia, coming off the best year of his career in the IndyCar Series, had every reason to believe he'd challenge for the championship in 2012.

Oriol Servia signs with Dreyer & Reinbold Racing (AP)

Dreyer & Reinbold Racing has signed Oriol Servia for the 2012 IndyCar season.

Oriol Servia signs with Dreyer & Reinbold Racing (PA SportsTicker)

INDIANAPOLIS - MAY 22:  Charlie Kimball, driver of the #83 Levemir and NovoLog FlexPen Chip Ganassi Racing Dallara Honda, during qualifying for the the 95th Indianapolis 500 Mile Race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 22, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana.  (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images)

By JENNA FRYER AP Auto Racing Writer


IndyCar Series adds Katherine Legge to 2012 lineup (AP)

At age 31, Katherine Legge will finally be an IndyCar Series rookie.

IndyCar Series adds Katherine Legge to 2012 lineup (AP)

At age 31, Katherine Legge will finally be an IndyCar rookie.

IndyCar Series adds Katherine Legge to 2012 lineup (PA SportsTicker)

By MICHAEL MAROT AP Sports Writer

Wheldon auction raises more than $600,000 for fund (AP)

An auction dedicated to the late Dan Wheldon raised more than $600,000 that will go to his wife and two young sons.

Milwaukee Mile wants IndyCar race in June (AP)

The owners of the Milwaukee Mile are in discussions with IndyCar to race at the track in June.

Wheldon’s widow accepts BorgWarner trophy (AP)

The widow of two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Dan Wheldon made a rare appearance in accepting the BorgWarner Trophy he earned with last year's victory.

Hinchcliffe to drive for Andretti in IndyCar (AP)

IndyCar rookie of the year James Hinchcliffe was hired Tuesday to drive for Andretti Autosport in the 2012 season.

Andretti hires Hinchcliffe to drive Go Daddy car (PA SportsTicker)

By MICHAEL MAROT AP Sports Writer

Alex Tagliani signs with Bryan Herta Autosport (AP)

Bryan Herta Autosport has signed Alex Tagliani to drive in the Izod IndyCar Series this season.

Beaux Barfield ready to rewrite IndyCar rules (AP)

IndyCar's new race director is taking a hard line.