Fast Cars Fast Girls

Fast Cars Fast Girls React to IndyCar’s IR-28 Debut Test Hosts Abby Meyer and Sara Proctor recap seeing IndyCar’s new IR-28 chassis test at Indianapolis, praising its looks, sound, and sleeker aeroscreen integration, plus improved ventilation and the return of working LED panels. They note the rollout was fan-friendly and free despite rumors, thank the cross-team mechanics who volunteered a weekend to support the IndyCa...

Nashville IndyCar Preview: Silly Season Rumors, Oval vs Street Course, and Driver Country Songs Abby Meyer and Sara Proctor preview the Borshetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix at Nashville Superspeedway, discussing Nashville as an oval versus the former street course, which they felt was disorganized and crash-prone, while noting strong ticket sales and a Deadmau5 concert. They cover IndyCar “silly season” items includi...

Mid-Ohio Recap, McLaren Silly Season Shock, and Looking Ahead to Nashville Hosts Abby Meyer and Sara Proctor recap a hot week including Mid-Ohio and America’s 250 celebration, then review an IndyCar Mid-Ohio race with zero cautions and only two penalties (avoidable contact for Marcus Ericsson and Alexander Rossi). They note Christian Lundgaard took pole, Pato O’Ward won (with Lundgaard second) for McLaren’s first ...

Mid-Ohio Preview, IndyCar Silly Season Rumors, and IndyCar Mount Rushmore Hosts Abby Meyer and Sara Proctor preview the IndyCar weekend at Mid-Ohio, noting extreme heat, hydration tips, on-site cooling options, and midway attractions like Java House. They share track and race details (13 turns, 2.258 miles; IndyCar 90 laps; Indy NXT two races with lap/time limits) and recap statistics about winners from pole and Will Power’s ...

Road America Recap: Lundgaard’s Comeback Win, Trackside Tips, and Off-Week Updates Hosts Abby Meyer and Sara Proctor recap the IndyCar weekend at Road America, praising the packed crowd, camping demand, and the Siebkens Hotel, plus standout food and Wisconsin cheese. They review the race: Alex Palou took pole but led only 13 laps and finished fifth after a pit-lane speeding penalty; Christian Lundgaard won after contact with ...

Road America Preview: Track Facts, Practice Notes, Silly Season Chatter & Weekend Picks Abby Meyer and Sara Proctor preview IndyCar’s Road America weekend at Elkhart Lake, discussing the four-mile, 14-turn track, its 55-lap (220.77-mile) race distance, and camping-friendly weather, concessions, and local atmosphere. They note Indy NXT has two races and mention a notable airborne incident. They review key stats: last year&...

Gateway Recap and Midseason IndyCar Report Cards + Road America Camping Tips Hosts Abby Meyer and Sarah Proctor recap the late-night IndyCar race at World Wide Technology Raceway near St. Louis, discussing the TV switch to FS1, the track’s atmosphere, and race results led by Joseph Newgarden’s short-oval win, with Marcus Ericsson strong despite finishing second and Christian Rasmussen third; they note notable finishes a...

Detroit Recap, Throwback Livery Talk, and Bommarito 500 Preview at Gateway

Hosts Abby Meyer and Sara recap IndyCar’s Detroit race, noting it was a solid 7/10 with multiple cautions (including incidents involving Christian Rasmussen, Rahal/Kiffin, Ferrucci/VeeKay, Malukas/Schumacher, and Ferrucci’s mechanical issue), numerous penalties, and discussion of Chevy engine problems. They mention Kevin Blanch’s retiremen...

Hosts Abby Meyer and Sara Proctor recap a weather-disrupted IndyCar week at IMS, noting qualifying was rained out Saturday and run Sunday without the planned top-15 format. They run through the full Indy 500 starting order, highlighting inspection penalties sending Jack Harvey and Caio Collet to the back, Alex Palou on pole, Alexander Rossi second despite a Monday crash and outpatient procedures, and “Redemption Dave” M...

Indy GP Chaos Recap and Indy 500 Practice & Qualifying Preview Hosts Abby Meyer and Sara Proctor recap a chaotic IndyCar Grand Prix weekend marked by lap-one incidents, Felix Rosenqvist’s airborne contact, Pato O’Ward being taken out by his best friend, Alexander Rossi stranded on the front straight while officials delayed a full-course yellow, and Andretti pit issues. They note a new podium including Graham Rahal, ...

Welcome to Fast Cars, Fast Girls, hosted by Abby Meyer and Mike Knapp. After a busy summer, Abby and Mike are back to discuss the latest developments in the IndyCar series.

The episode kicks off with an in-depth look at David Malukas' early Silly Season moves and his transition to Asian Port Racing. The hosts analyze the implications for Malukas and other drivers who find themselves without a seat, touching on the importance of sta...

In this illuminating episode of “Fast Cars Fast Girls” hosts Abby Meyer and Mike Knapp discuss the traditions, challenges, and excitement of race organizing with Indianapolis Motor Speedway President, Doug Boles. Gaining insider perspective on the lead up to major racing events and coordination of extraordinary natural phenomena at the racetrack, listeners are treated to anecdotes and insights from the heart of this vib...