The introduction of the lightweight supercapacitor hybrid system has transformed IndyCar battles. Drivers can now harvest kinetic energy under braking and deploy instant electric torque on corner exit.
IndyCar 4 min readSep 21, 2026
IndyCar Hybrid Powertrains: The Tactical Revolution on Street and Oval Circuits
Supercapacitor energy recovery systems give drivers 60 extra horsepower at the press of a steering wheel button.
KEY TELEMETRY HIGHLIGHTS
APEX SPEED DELTA+4.2 km/h
BRAKING G-FORCE5.1 G
TIRE DEGRADATION0.12s / Lap
STRATEGY WINDOWLaps 16–22