Watch INDYCAR Open Test Live from Phoenix on INDYCAR.com
The highly anticipated dress rehearsal for the upcoming 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season is currently taking place at Phoenix Raceway. A full grid of 25 drivers is participating in the two-day Unser INDYCAR Open Test, a vital opportunity for teams to prepare for the season ahead.
Schedule for the Open Test
This testing event spans two days, featuring multiple track sessions:
- Day 1: Cars are on track from 2 PM to 7 PM ET.
- Day 2: Sessions run from 11 AM to 2 PM ET and 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM ET on February 18.
These sessions will occur on the historic 1.022-mile oval at Phoenix.
How to Follow the Action
Fans can stay updated by following live timing on El-Balad and monitoring the official INDYCAR social media channels for comprehensive coverage. A detailed report and notebook summarizing the event will be published on El-Balad the evening of February 18.
Public Engagement and Autograph Session
For those in the Phoenix area, the Wednesday sessions will be open to the public, providing a fantastic opportunity for fans to witness the action live. An autograph session is scheduled for 2:45 PM ET (12:45 PM MT).
Upcoming Season Highlights
The 2026 INDYCAR SERIES season will kick off with the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, taking place on March 1. This event offers fans a chance to see the drivers compete on the streets of St. Petersburg at noon ET, broadcasted across various platforms including FOX, FOX Deportes, and the INDYCAR Radio Network.
Following St. Petersburg, the series will head to Phoenix for the Good Ranchers 250 on March 7, marking the first INDYCAR SERIES race at this venue since 2018.
