IPS: Dodge relocates to Indianapolis.

Geoff Dodge, the Knoxville Nationals "Fast Track to Indy" Rookie of the Year who will compete in at least six Indy Pro Series races for Brian Stewart Racing in 2006, moved into a home a block away from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on January 7.

Dodge was the highest-finishing rookie at the 45th annual Knoxville Nationals last August, earning him the opportunity to compete in the Indy Pro Series in 2006.

"It made sense to come to Indianapolis to be closer to the teams and the league office," Dodge said.

"There's also a lot more sprint car racing around here, so I may be able to pick up a ride for when I'm not in the Pro Series car."

The first order of business for Dodge in his new city involved passing the Indy Racing League annual physical exam on January 10.

Dodge, who passed his Indy Pro Series rookie test September 12 at Chicagoland Speedway, will get his next opportunity in the race car March 4 and 6 during an Open Test at Homestead-Miami Speedway. The 12-race Indy Pro Series season begins March 26 at the 1.5-mile, high-banked facility.