The future direction of the US based IndyCar Series will be made clearer when the series announces its future car strategy on July 14, in Indianapolis.

The media announcent will unveil details of the new chassis as well as further details of the new engine configurations.

“The ICONIC Advisory Committee continues to work diligently to finalize our future car strategy and a decision is imminent,” said Randy Bernard, chief executive officer, IndyCar. “We look forward to unveiling our plans to our teams, drivers, partners, fans and the media during a special event on July 14.”

IZOD IndyCar Series officials and ICONIC (Innovative, Competitive, Open-Wheel, New, Industry-Relevant, Cost-Effective) Advisory Committee members will not comment about the next generation of chassis until the July 14 news conference.

The IZOD IndyCar Series formed the ICONIC Advisory Committee, featuring various industry experts and representatives, to aid in its search for its future car. The committee has been tasked with reviewing, researching and making a recommendation on the next generation of IZOD IndyCar Series engine and chassis. The ICONIC Advisory Committee includes Brian Barnhart, Tony Cotman, Gil de Ferran, Eddie Gossage, Rick Long, Tony Purnell and Neil Ressler. Retired Air Force General the delightfully named William R. Looney III is the moderator.

With: Indycar Media