INDYCAR Shifts to Hoosier-Sourced Ethanol for 2027 Season
The INDYCAR racing series has announced that it will shift to using 100 percent renewable race fuel powered by Indiana corn starting in 2027. This move is expected to offer a major boost to the state's corn producers, who currently rank as the fifth-largest corn-producing state in the nation.
Indiana corn farmers are excited about the partnership, which showcases the high performance and sustainability of homegrown fuel. J.R. Roesner, a corn farmer from Ferdinand in Dubois County, Indiana, notes that the collaboration underscores the vital link between modern agriculture and high-tech energy solutions.
The updated fuel achieves at least a 70% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to the baseline average gasoline standard under the Renewable Fuel Standard, all while maintaining the rigorous durability and horsepower required by engine manufacturers.
The agricultural sector is also leveraging the momentum to advocate for legislative priorities on Capitol Hill, such as securing permanent, year-round sales for E15 fuel. Producers argue that expanding access to higher ethanol blends provides everyday motorists with cleaner-burning fuel options and significant cost savings at the pump.