The wait is finally over for IndyCar fans, Alexander Rossi has finally made his decision of where he will be racing in 2020.
The Auburn, California driver announced that he would be re-signing his multi-year contract with Andretti Autosport. Rossi, who currently sits second in points was looked at as the top free agent on the Indycar market, drawing interest from both Team Penske and Arrow Schmidt-Peterson.
“It feels good to continue with Andretti Autosport,” said Rossi. “Over the past four years, we’ve built a very strong team with great chemistry and I believe that we have the tools necessary to win races and championships. I’m looking forward to not just calling this my team, but my home in the IndyCar Series. Michael [Andretti], J-F [Thormann], Doug [Bresnahan] and the entire team have been working very hard to put all the pieces of this deal together and it’s definitely a relief to have the future settled and be able to focus on the championship fight ahead of us."
In addition to Rossi returning, sponsor NAPA Auto Parts annoucned a multi-year extension. NAPA which has a good foot in racing, sponsoring Ron Capps in the NHRA, Chase Elliott in the NASCAR Cup Series as well as Bill McAnally Racing in the K&N Pro Series. NAPA was also on board Rossi during his victory in the 100th running of the Indy 500 back in 2016.
“We are pleased to announce our extension with Andretti Autosport and Alexander Rossi,” stated Gaylord Spencer, NAPA Senior Vice President – Marketing. “Since our initial partnership back in May of 2016, when NAPA was fortunate enough to ride along to a historic win at the 100th Running of the Indy 500, the team at Andretti Autosport and Alexander have continued to represent us well both on and off the track. Alexander brings a unique style to IndyCar that resonates well with many loyal fans of Indy car racing. NAPA is honored to play a small part in keeping this winning combination together for many years to come.”
Joining NAPA on the car in 2020 will be a new sponsor AutoNation. The sponsor ran with with both Marco Andretti and Jack Harvey, and will serve as a co-primary on the No.27 Honda. AutoNation has been a long standing sponsor with both Michael Shank Racing and Andretti Autosport, and looks forward to a successful future.
“Alexander is a great addition to the AutoNation Team,” said Marc Cannon, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for AutoNation. “We look forward to a very successful run for the No. 27 AutoNation / NAPA AUTO PARTS Honda. AutoNation continues to partner with great drivers and co-sponsors; 2020 is going to be a memorable IndyCar season.”
With the top free agent on the market gone, the IndyCar silly season will be a hot bed for rumours and driver transfers. Look for 2020 to be a very exciting year.
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