NTT INDYCAR SERIES: Team Previews for the 2025 season
Table of Contents
- NTT INDYCAR SERIES: Team Previews for the 2025 Season
- Exclusive Interview with Joshua Hart,Motorsports Analyst
- Starting Lineup
- Q: who are the drivers to watch in the upcoming 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season?
- A: The lineup for the upcoming season includes some familiar faces and promising new talent. Felix Rosenqvist, Marcus Armstrong, and Helio Castroneves will be the drivers to watch. Rosenqvist,in the No. 60 SiriusXM Honda, and Armstrong, in the No. 66 SiriusXM/Root Honda, will be joined by Castroneves in the no. 06 Cleveland-Cliffs SiriusXM honda for the indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.
- 2024 in Review
- Q: How would you summarize the 2024 season for these drivers?
- A: Last year was a mixed bag for the drivers. Rosenqvist showed remarkable consistency, finishing in the top 10 in several races and securing his fourth career pole at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach. Despite a mechanical issue that saw him finish 27th in the Indianapolis 500, he was the fastest Honda driver in qualifying. Armstrong, in his first full season with Chip Ganassi Racing, had notable performances, including a third-place finish in the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear and four top-five finishes.
- New for 2025
- Q: What are the key changes for the upcoming 2025 season?
- A: The most notable change for the upcoming season is Marcus Armstrong’s move to the team from Chip Ganassi Racing. This transition is expected to be smooth, thanks to a new technical alliance between the team and CGR. Rosenqvist, who previously drove for CGR in 2019 and 2020, will benefit from this alliance, especially with the new pairing with engineer Ross Bunnell, who has a proven track record of success.
- Keep an Eye On This
- Q: What shoudl fans keep an eye on regarding Armstrong’s performance?
- A: Armstrong had a quietly extraordinary season, posting five top-10 finishes in the final eight races, including a fifth-place finish with a lap led in portland. His best performance was driving from 19th to finish third in Detroit. armstrong will continue to work with engineer Angela Ashmore, with whom he has a strong rapport, and they will continue to work with Honda.
- Little-Known Fact
- Q: Any insights on an underrated story to follow this season?
- A: While Josef Newgarden’s bid for a three-peat in the Indianapolis 500 will dominate the headlines, Helio Castroneves will be making his fourth attempt to become the race’s first five-time winner. The 49-year-old driver is also in line to become the fourth driver with 25 or more starts at Indy, joining an elite group that includes A.J. Foyt, Mario Andretti, and Al Unser.
- Key Highlights
- Conclusion
- Starting Lineup
- Exclusive Interview with Joshua Hart,Motorsports Analyst
As the NTT INDYCAR SERIES gears up for the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg presented by RP Funding on March 2, the anticipation is palpable.The series continues its tradition of delivering high-octane racing action, and this year promises to be no different. let’s delve into the team previews, focusing on the drivers and key highlights from the 2024 season, as well as what to expect in 2025.
Starting Lineup
The lineup for the upcoming season includes some familiar faces and promising new talent. Felix Rosenqvist, Marcus Armstrong, and Helio Castroneves will be the drivers to watch. Rosenqvist, in the No. 60 SiriusXM Honda,and armstrong,in the No. 66 SiriusXM/Root Honda, will be joined by Castroneves in the No. 06 Cleveland-Cliffs SiriusXM Honda for the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.
2024 in Review
Last year was a mixed bag for the drivers. Rosenqvist showed remarkable consistency, finishing in the top 10 in several races and securing his fourth career pole at the Acura Grand Prix of long Beach. Despite a mechanical issue that saw him finish 27th in the Indianapolis 500, he was the fastest Honda driver in qualifying. Armstrong, in his first full season with Chip Ganassi Racing, had notable performances, including a third-place finish in the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear and four top-five finishes.
New for 2025
The most notable change for the upcoming season is Marcus Armstrong’s move to the team from Chip Ganassi Racing. This transition is expected to be smooth, thanks to a new technical alliance between the team and CGR. Rosenqvist, who previously drove for CGR in 2019 and 2020, will benefit from this alliance, especially with the new pairing with engineer Ross Bunnell, who has a proven track record of success.
Keep an Eye On This
Armstrong had a quietly impressive season, posting five top-10 finishes in the final eight races, including a fifth-place finish with a lap led in Portland. his best performance was driving from 19th to finish third in Detroit.Armstrong will continue to work with engineer Angela Ashmore, with whom he has a strong rapport, and thay will continue to work with Honda.
Little-Known Fact
While Josef Newgarden’s bid for a three-peat in the Indianapolis 500 will dominate the headlines, Helio Castroneves will be making his fourth attempt to become the race’s first five-time winner. The 49-year-old driver is also in line to become the fourth driver with 25 or more starts at Indy, joining an elite group that includes A.J. Foyt,Mario Andretti,and Al Unser.
Summary table: Key Highlights
| Driver | Car Number | Notable achievements |
|———————|—————-|———————————————————————————————|
| felix Rosenqvist | No. 60 | Finished 12th in season standings,four top-10 finishes,fourth career pole |
| Marcus Armstrong | No.66 | Finished 14th in season standings, third-place finish in Detroit, four top-five finishes |
| Helio Castroneves | No. 06 | Three races, sixth-place finish in Toronto, 24th consecutive Indy start |
conclusion
The 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season is shaping up to be another thrilling chapter in the sport’s history.With new alliances, returning veterans, and promising young talent, the upcoming races promise non-stop action and drama. As the series kicks off with the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, fans can expect nothing short of exhilarating racing.
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NTT INDYCAR SERIES: Team Previews for the 2025 Season
As the NTT INDYCAR SERIES gears up for the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg presented by RP Funding on March 2, the anticipation is palpable. The series continues its tradition of delivering high-octane racing action, and this year promises to be no different. Let’s delve into the team previews, focusing on the drivers and key highlights from the 2024 season, and also what to expect in 2025.
Exclusive Interview with Joshua Hart,Motorsports Analyst
We had the pleasure of sitting down with Joshua Hart,a renowned motorsports analyst,to discuss the upcoming NTT INDYCAR SERIES season. Here’s what he had to say.
Starting Lineup
Q: who are the drivers to watch in the upcoming 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season?
A: The lineup for the upcoming season includes some familiar faces and promising new talent. Felix Rosenqvist, Marcus Armstrong, and Helio Castroneves will be the drivers to watch. Rosenqvist,in the No. 60 SiriusXM Honda, and Armstrong, in the No. 66 SiriusXM/Root Honda, will be joined by Castroneves in the no. 06 Cleveland-Cliffs SiriusXM honda for the indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.
2024 in Review
Q: How would you summarize the 2024 season for these drivers?
A: Last year was a mixed bag for the drivers. Rosenqvist showed remarkable consistency, finishing in the top 10 in several races and securing his fourth career pole at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach. Despite a mechanical issue that saw him finish 27th in the Indianapolis 500, he was the fastest Honda driver in qualifying. Armstrong, in his first full season with Chip Ganassi Racing, had notable performances, including a third-place finish in the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear and four top-five finishes.
New for 2025
Q: What are the key changes for the upcoming 2025 season?
A: The most notable change for the upcoming season is Marcus Armstrong’s move to the team from Chip Ganassi Racing. This transition is expected to be smooth, thanks to a new technical alliance between the team and CGR. Rosenqvist, who previously drove for CGR in 2019 and 2020, will benefit from this alliance, especially with the new pairing with engineer Ross Bunnell, who has a proven track record of success.
Keep an Eye On This
Q: What shoudl fans keep an eye on regarding Armstrong’s performance?
A: Armstrong had a quietly extraordinary season, posting five top-10 finishes in the final eight races, including a fifth-place finish with a lap led in portland. His best performance was driving from 19th to finish third in Detroit. armstrong will continue to work with engineer Angela Ashmore, with whom he has a strong rapport, and they will continue to work with Honda.
Little-Known Fact
Q: Any insights on an underrated story to follow this season?
A: While Josef Newgarden’s bid for a three-peat in the Indianapolis 500 will dominate the headlines, Helio Castroneves will be making his fourth attempt to become the race’s first five-time winner. The 49-year-old driver is also in line to become the fourth driver with 25 or more starts at Indy, joining an elite group that includes A.J. Foyt, Mario Andretti, and Al Unser.
Key Highlights
A:
| Driver | Car Number | Notable Achievements |
|---|---|---|
| Felix Rosenqvist | No.60 | Finished 12th in season standings, four top-10 finishes, fourth career pole |
| Marcus armstrong | No. 66 | Finished 14th in season standings, third-place finish in Detroit, four top-five finishes |
| helio Castroneves | No. 06 | Three races, sixth-place finish in Toronto, 24th consecutive Indy start |
Conclusion
A: The 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season is shaping up to be another thrilling chapter in the sport’s history. With new alliances, returning veterans, and promising young talent, the upcoming races promise non-stop action and drama. as the series kicks off with the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, fans can expect nothing short of exhilarating racing.
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