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IndyCar Drivers Hail Performance of Firestone’s New Guayule Rubber Alternate Tires

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
March 1, 2025
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IndyCar Drivers Hail Performance of Firestone’s New Guayule Rubber Alternate Tires

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In an ambitious move, Firestone has successfully risen to the challenge posed by IndyCar Series to create a distinct performance gap between its primary and secondary tires. This accomplishment has been met with an enthusiastic response from two of the series’ top-ranking competitors.

Firestone’s innovative secondary tires, recognized by their green-banded sidewalls, are constructed using sustainable guayule rubber. This unique design has sparked curiosity and excitement in the racing community. As Kyle Kirkwood from Andretti Autosport commented after dominating Friday’s race, “The green tires are a game changer. They might not last long, but they’ll certainly shake up the competition this weekend.”

Kirkwood was left in awe by the immediacy of the tire’s performance, noting the stark contrast in the tire’s swift activation and equally rapid depletion.

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“They nailed it! They’ve managed to create a noticeable divide,” he exclaimed. “It feels like you’re driving on pre-warmed tires; the grip is instant. Once you hit the track, you immediately realize the enhanced grip level. It’s a significant improvement over last year’s tires.”

Scott Dixon from Chip Ganassi Racing anticipates the new tire’s performance characteristics will necessitate altered pit stop strategies in Sunday’s race due to its high-performance yet wear-prone nature.

Dixon commented, “Both types of tires deliver instant performance. The green ones, in particular, kick in immediately. Most of the fastest times were clocked on the first lap. Firestone has done an excellent job here. However, I think the tire degradation on the green tires will be quite high. A two-stop strategy might not be feasible; it’s likely to shift to a three-stop strategy as the green tires may not last long enough.”

Dixon also noted significant wear on the primary tires. He predicted a clear distinction between the teams that can effectively manage this new variable. “It’s going to make for some spectacular racing,” he added.

In conclusion, Firestone’s new tire design is set to bring a fresh dynamic to the IndyCar Series, challenging teams to adapt to the distinct performance attributes of both primary and secondary tires. This development promises to inject a new level of excitement into the forthcoming races. Stay tuned for thrilling race strategies and intense competition as teams navigate this groundbreaking innovation.

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