Meyer Shank Racing announced at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Tuesday morning that Spectrum, a suite of advanced communications services offered by Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR), a leading broadband connectivity company and cable operator with services available to more than 57 million homes and businesses in 41 states. Over an advanced communications network, supported by a 100% U.S.-based workforce, the Company offers a full range of state-of-the-art residential and business services including Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice will serve as primary sponsor to Marcus Armstrong’s No.66 Honda while also serving as an associate sponsor to both Felix Rosenqvist and Helio Castroneves throughout May.
Team co-owner Mike Shank said:
“We’re really excited to have Spectrum onboard with us for the Indianapolis 500. “It’s always special to align with a brand that shares our passion for performance, precision, and pushing the limits. Having Spectrum adds real momentum to our effort with Marcus [Armstrong], and we’re proud to represent their colors on the biggest stage in racing.”
Sharon Peters, Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer for Spectrum. says:
The Indy 500 represents the pinnacle of speed and performance, and that makes it the perfect stage for our brand. “As the provider of the nation’s fastest internet, we know what it takes to always deliver at full throttle. Sponsoring these incredible race cars is our way of showing up where speed matters most, and we cannot wait to cheer MSR on at the Brickyard.”
Today’s announcement from MSR comes after they confirmed that they have partnered with the rock band CREED for Felix Rosenqvist’s No.60 Honda entry for The Greatest Spectacle In Racing which takes place next weekend.
Speaking about the collaboration with CREED and their partnership with Sirius XM Radio, Mike Shank said:
“It’s awesome to have CREED join us for the biggest race of the year. “SiriusXM has been such a great partner in helping us bring new energy and personality into the sport through music, and to bring a band like CREED to the Indy 500 is something that we’re really looking forward to.”
Reflecting on their partnership with Meyer Shank Racing and Felix Rosenqvist, CREED, who have sold over 53 million records worldwide said:
“We are excited to attend our first Indy 500 this Memorial Day weekend. “Seeing this incredible car in person will be a highlight for us. Can’t wait to be there with all the fans to cheer on Felix and the entire Meyer Shank Racing Team.”