We have reached the point of the year where I normally say I am putting away my keyboard for a couple of weeks, as I take some time off for Christmas. Since last February, taking two weeks off is nothing new at all. Just because my postings have been few and far between, does not mean you will be hearing less and less from me as time goes on. It just means there is really not a whole lot to write about.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
Posted in IndyCar on December 24, 2025 by OilpressureDigging Deep Beyond the Bricks
Posted in IndyCar on December 15, 2025 by Oilpressure
First, I would like to apologize to Jake Query and Mike Thomsen for partially borrowing the name of their Month of May radio show, but I felt it applied in this case.
RLL is Going All-in For the Future
Posted in IndyCar on December 1, 2025 by Oilpressure
As of yesterday, we are exactly halfway through the IndyCar offseason. The season finale at Nashville ran 92 days ago, and the green flag will fly in St. Petersburg exactly 90 days from today. Once we get through Christmas, and the calendar flips to 2026 one month from today – the season will be here before we know it.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Posted in IndyCar on November 26, 2025 by Oilpressure
It’s that time of year again, when we all pause to give thanks for the blessings in our lives – and eat. I’ll be glad to share what I’m thankful for, but I’m not sharing any of my turkey.
The Perfect Racing Gift to Give
Posted in IndyCar on November 19, 2025 by Oilpressure
Several years ago, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway started a program for fans that always appealed to me – the Commemorative Brick program. I’m not sure when exactly this started, but I’m going to guess the mid-to-late 2000s.
Will Team Penske Turn Things Around?
Posted in IndyCar on November 12, 2025 by Oilpressure
When you hear the name Team Penske, several phrases immediately come to mind; attention to detail, full preparation, spare no expense, Penske Perfect – which some would interpret as a polished and professional image – not only for the cars, pits and garages; but the drivers and crew as well. Some would use the phrase always seeking an unfair advantage, while others might translate that as blatant cheaters – especially based on what has happened over the last couple of seasons.
The Pressure of the Andretti Name
Posted in IndyCar on October 30, 2025 by Oilpressure
Yesterday, we learned of the retirement of an Indianapolis 500 veteran. It wasn’t a total surprise, but I was still struck by the finality of it all when it was announced. Wednesday morning, Marco Andretti announced his retirement from all motorsports, including the Indianapolis 500.
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