The latest generation of chassis that will form the basis for the first two steps on the acclaimed Mazda Road to Indy open-wheel racing development ladder – which offers Mazda scholarships to allow racers to progress all the way from the grassroots of the sport to the Verizon IndyCar Series – was unveiled this morning at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway during the lead up to the historic 100th Indianapolis 500.

Dutch karting sensation announces 2017 move to the Cooper Tires USF2000 Championship Powered by Mazda

Mazda scholarship winner focusing on this weekend’s battle at Lucas Oil Raceway

Eric Filgueiras has gained from the knowledge of former IndyCar star-turned-owner Jimmy Vasser since the tender age of 4

Former karting standout Parker Thompson, from Red Deer, Alb., Canada, endured a steep learning curve during his rookie USF2000 campaign in 2015 but is now enjoying the fruit of his efforts.