Verizon IndyCar Series drivers have one thing on their mind right now: Tires. The interrelated dynamic created by Texas Motor Speedway's recent repaving of its 1.5-mile oval, IndyCar's chosen aerodynamic downforce levels for its teams, and the longevity of Firestone's tires during each stint Saturday night has the paddock wondering what lies ahead at the Rainguard Water Sealers 600. Will it be a contest of speed, or one of cautious exploration? The questions first arose during the two-day TMS test in April where the fresh track surface – one that didn't impress most drivers – and the reprofiled first and second turns were found to be at odds with Firestone's tires. Rapid blistering...
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