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Andretti primed for next 'Apprentice' task

Selling a celebrity sandwich is one thing, but perform a Medievel Times show? It's the next task for Michael Andretti.

Tagliani: Right place, right time with BHA

Alex Tagliani, above with engineer Todd Malloy, relishes the opportunity to help develop Bryan Herta Autosport.

Furuseth journeys to the U.S. for USF2000

Norwegian Henrik Furuseth will join Cape Motorsports with Wayne Taylor Racing in the USF2000 National Class.

Test produces high-speed oval aero baseline

Tony Kanaan and Ryan Briscoe (above) and Alex Tagliani pile on miles -- individually and in tandem -- at Texas Motor Speedway to develop aero package for high-speed ovals in advance of scheduled March 13 Open Test at Texas.

Fans get first look at new car at Infineon

Race fans are invited to a free sneak peek Feb. 25 (9 a.m.-5 p.m.) of the new IZOD IndyCar Series car as six drivers, including Rubens Barrichello (above), are scheduled to test at Infineon Raceway.

On the road again

Honda-powered group, including Rahal Letterman Lanigan driver Takuma Sato (above), shares the Barber Motorsports Park with two Chevrolet-powered cars as team testing continues in advance of season opener March 23-25.

Team GDT signs Tveter for season

American racer Ryan Tveter will compete in the 2012 Star Mazda Championship presented by Goodyear.

Texas trip: Roping in oval aero package

Alex Tagliani (above), Tony Kanaan and Ryan Briscoe will test at Texas Motor Speedway to develop aero specs for oval.

Texas trip: Roping in oval aero package

Alex Tagliani (above), Tony Kanaan and Ryan Briscoe will test at Texas Motor Speedway to develop aero specs for oval.

St. Pete builds up to race weekend

Construction on the scenic 1.8-mile circuit began Feb. 17 in advance of the season-opening event March 23-25.

NBC Sports Network to air 2012 races

NBC Sports Network will televise the full Firestone Indy Lights schedule, including live coverage of the Freedom 100.

Manufacturer competition = engine rules

For the sanctioning body, the emphasis is on a level playing field as engine manufacturer competition returns to the IZOD IndyCar Series for the first time since 2005. Chevrolet, Honda and Lotus are supplying new engine platforms.

Manufacturer competition = engine rules

For the sanctioning body, the emphasis is on a level playing field as engine manufacturer competition returns to the IZOD IndyCar Series for the first time since 2005. Chevrolet, Honda and Lotus are supplying new engine platforms.

McIntosh lands ride with Pabst for 2012

Shannon McIntosh will race for Pabst Racing Services in the 2012 Cooper Tires USF2000 Championship Powered by Mazda.

McIntosh lands ride with Pabst for 2012

Shannon McIntosh will race for Pabst Racing Services in the 2012 Cooper Tires USF2000 Championship Powered by Mazda.

Notes: de Silvestro roars into Baltimore

Lotus HVM Racing's Simona de Silvestro unveiled the No. 78 entry's livery during pit stop demonstration on Light Street. ... Jim Hall to be honored by Road Racing Drivers Club at Long Beach event. ... Shank continues search.

Goncalvez returns to Belardi Auto Racing

After a top-five finish in the 2011 Firestone Indy Lights championship, Jorge Goncalvez back with Belardi Auto Racing.

Racing drives Long Beach CEO's passion

Racing is a passion of Grand Prix of Long Beach Association president/CEO Jim Michaelian (above), who has competed in sports car racing. The 38th Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach is two months out.

Baltimore selects new race operator

Partnership of Baltimore and Indianapolis principals will produce the Baltimore Grand Prix through 2016.

Notes: Hinchcliffe grabs another award

Driver named Racer Magazine's Rookie of the Year, while JR Hildebrand is March issue cover subject. ... Another set of new Dallara chassis ready for teams to pick up. ... IMS Radio Network partners with national advertising firm.