
When it was revealed early in March that the 2.4-liter’s race debut had been delayed until 2024, IndyCar stated its intention that the first test of the engines would be held March 30-31 on the Sebring International Raceway’s short course.
However, since around 20 cars are expected for a group test at Indy on those dates, it made financial and logistical sense to run the 2.4-liter cars at the same venue, but earlier in the week.