IndyCar: A new team joining in for 2012

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Michael Shank Racing (MSR) is expected to announce in the upcoming days that it will join the IZOD Indycar Series in 2012, while maintaining its successful program in Grand-Am.

After trying his hands at driving in the former IRL some years ago, Shank has purchased a 2012 Dallara chassis with the goal of fielding a full-time IndyCar Series program next season.

Michael Shank Racing's current stable of Daytona Prototypes will continue to run in Grand-Am, with Shank growing his team by fielding dual programs.

The team is expected to use Judd engines in 2012, and driver announcement isn't expected until early next year.