Andretti Autosport announced on Wednesday that 2022 Indianapolis 500 winner Marcus Ericsson has signed a multi-year contract to join the team in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES from 2024.
Speaking about the news, MICHAEL ANDRETTI, CHAIRMAN AND CEO, ANDRETTI AUTOSPORT said:
“Like everyone else, we have paid close attention to Marcus’ success in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and have been impressed with how quickly he proved that he belonged with the frontrunners in what is arguably the most competitive INDYCAR field ever. It’s no secret that we want to win races and Championships and to do that we need drivers like Marcus who have that natural talent and determined drive. We are excited for the winning mindset that Marcus brings to the table and I’m eager to see what next season has in store for us.”
MARCUS ERICSSON, 2024 INDYCAR DRIVER, ANDRETTI AUTOSPORT who joins the team from Chip Ganassi Racing commented saying:
“I’m very happy and proud to be joining Andretti Autosport next season. Andretti is one of the most legendary names in motorsports, so it is definitely a dream come true for me to join this team. I want to thank Michael and Dan [Towriss] for putting their trust in me and I can’t wait to get to know everyone in the organization. It’s a very exciting new chapter in my career and I’m really looking forward to getting to work achieving our goals together. Exciting times are ahead and I’m thankful for this opportunity.”
Ericsson joins Kyle Kirkwood and Colton Herta who are confirmed for Andretti in 2024.
The news also means that No.8 Honda at Ganassi is now available.