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IndyCar Gearbox Explained: Six Gears and No Clutch Pedal

IndyCar gearbox explained in plain English: the spec Xtrac six-speed, why there is no clutch pedal, what the paddles do, and why ratios change per track.

IndyCar Gearbox Explained: Six Gears and No Clutch Pedal
Sep 23, 2026 · 7 min read ·
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