INDYCAR officials announced on Tuesday that veteran motor racing executive Richard Buck has been named Director of INDY NXT presented by Firestone.
Buck takes over all operations and competition for INDY NXT by Firestone, the developmental series of INDYCAR that prepares drivers, engineers and other team personnel for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES.
Buck commented saying:
“I am thrilled to return to my racing roots in INDYCAR. “I have always kept my eye on the sport, and the opportunity to be the director of INDY NXT was something I could not pass up. The developmental series is on the rise as it continues to advance talent to the premier open-wheel series in North America.”
INDYCAR SERIES President Jay Frye commented saying:
“The competition is fierce, and the future is bright for INDY NXT by Firestone. “With his vast motorsports experience, Richard is a tremendous fit for the series’ leadership role, and we are excited to welcome him back into the INDYCAR family.”