IndyCar – Andretti moves to Honda and keeps Hinchcliffe

Andretti Autosport took advantage of the final at Fontana to announce that it would abandon Chevrolet for Honda from 2014 while the regulations will force the teams to be powered by a 6l twin-turbo V2.2. Michael Andretti's team has already enjoyed success with the Japanese engine manufacturer, having won 39 of its 48 victories in IndyCar with Honda as well as several Championships: 2004 with Tony Kanaan, 2005 with Dan Wheldon and 2007 with Dario Franchitti. “It’s like coming home. I am absolutely certain that success will be there », Comments the owner of the eponymous team which has evolved with the American engine manufacturer over the last two seasons.

The American team also confirmed the contract extension of James Hinchcliffe for 2014. The Canadian, who competed for the last two seasons with Michael Andretti's team, will continue to drive the No. 12 DW27 after winning his first three victories. this season to finish in eighth place in the Championship. “This team has been mine for two years and we have found good harmony. »