Ed Carpenter Racing (ECR), a key team in the NTT IndyCar Series, has extended its partnership with Chevrolet through a multi-year contract signed in early October 2026. Since ECR’s founding in 2012, Chevrolet has powered the team continuously, making ECR one of only two teams to have a longstanding relationship with Chevrolet since the introduction of the 2.2L Twin-Turbo V6 engine. Ed Carpenter, along with equity partner Ted Gelov, has guided the team to notable successes, including nine wins, 28 podium placements, and six pole positions as they prepare to hit their 500th race start with Chevrolet next season.

This contract extension follows closely on the heels of another long-term deal between Chevrolet and Arrow McLaren, signed on October 6, demonstrating Chevrolet’s commitment to sustained competitive involvement in IndyCar. ECR’s president, Tim Broyles, emphasized the importance of their strong collaboration with Chevrolet and expressed enthusiasm about continuing the partnership into the future, especially with the NTT IndyCar Series poised to launch a new chassis and engine formula in 2028. Alexander Rossi, one of ECR’s drivers, has already been actively engaged in testing the new chassis, signaling the team’s proactive role in upcoming vehicle development.

Chevrolet’s Vice President of Global Motorsports Competition, Eric Warren, highlighted the critical nature of the technical alliance with ECR amid the transition to next-generation powertrains and chassis. The company and team share goals of enhancing performance to secure victories, championships, and Indianapolis 500 titles. Historical highlights for ECR include Ed Carpenter’s win at the 2012 season finale and Christian Rasmussen’s career-first victory in 2025, underscoring the longevity and depth of success stemming from their Chevrolet partnership.

ECR’s performance in recent seasons underscores their strong position in the series, with Alexander Rossi achieving ECR’s 28th podium finish for Chevrolet during the 2026 season and Carpenter earning three of their six pole positions at Indianapolis. The consistency of starting at the front has been a hallmark of the team, with 11 front-row starts in 14 years at the Indianapolis 500, the most of any team. This enduring collaboration fortifies ECR’s competitive future and Chevrolet’s presence in the NTT IndyCar Series as they look toward the next chapter in motorsports innovation.