Ed Carpenter Racing announced on Wednesday that 2016 Indianapolis 500 winner Alexander Rossi will pilot the No.20 Chevrolet in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES in 2025.
The team has also confirmed that Christian Rasmussen has been promotto a full-time drive in the No.21 Chevrolet.
Speaking about the news, Rossi commented saying:
I’m honored that Ed (Carpenter) and the entire ECR ownership group recognize the value I can bring to the team. “Their commitment to excellence, along with the power of Chevrolet and the ambitious plans they have for the future made this opportunity impossible to pass up. I’m eager to get started and contribute to the team’s continued success.”
For Rasmussen, the Dane is excited to be making the step up to a full-time seat in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES.
I’m incredibly excited to earn a full-time role with Ed Carpenter Racing. “My rookie year in INDYCAR was full of firsts, and I can’t wait to bring everything I’ve learned into my second season. I’m extremely grateful for this opportunity and looking forward to team up with Alexander (Rossi) to push the team forward and fight towards the front of the grid more consistently.”
For team co-owner Ed Carpenter who will compete in the Indianapolis 500 in a third ERC car it is another big day for the team following yesterday’s announcement of the arrival of Ted Gelov as team co-owner.
“It is an exciting day to not only welcome Alex to the team, but to extend our relationship with Christian. “We are very excited about our lineup, and other partnership announcements that will be forthcoming. As excited as I am about these additions, I also want to thank Rinus (VeeKay) for his five years with the team. It is always hard to say goodbye to a teammate and a friend, but I am confident that Rinus’ career will continue to blossom. As we look ahead to 2025 and beyond, I am fully focused on getting ECR back to new heights, winning races and contending for championships.”