Chip Ganassi Racing Offseason Changes Surrounding Alex Palou
Alex Palou faces significant personnel changes within Chip Ganassi Racing for the upcoming NTT INDYCAR SERIES season. Curt Cavin noted that Julian Robertson, the engineer behind all five of Palou’s series championships and an integral part of the organization since 1993, has retired.
Palou also loses the expertise of several other key personnel. He will share information with Christian Lundgaard instead of Scott Dixon. Strategist Barry Wanser remains, which is a big plus.
Team Penske and Andretti Global Stability for 2027
Eric Smith pointed to stability at rival organizations as a defining theme of the offseason. Team Penske and Andretti Global bring back their complete driver trios and maintain their pit stands without changes.
Team Penske returns its lineup featuring David Malukas, Scott McLaughlin, and Josef Newgarden. Both organizations plan to use this continuity to make another competitive leap forward.
Drivers test new IR-28 chassis ahead of competitive debut
Paul Kelly highlighted the successful testing phase of the new IR-28 chassis alongside the return of INDYCAR racing to Europe. Alex Palou and Alexander Rossi tested the car on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway oval and Sebring International Raceway.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2027 IndyCar Offseason
Who engineered all five of Alex Palou’s championships?
Julian Robertson engineered all five of Palou’s NTT INDYCAR SERIES championships before retiring from Chip Ganassi Racing.
Where has the IR-28 chassis undergone initial testing?
Alex Palou and Alexander Rossi tested the IR-28 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway oval and Sebring International Raceway.