In recent years, IndyCar’s driving force, Stefan Wilson, has had to play the waiting game to see if he would have a chance to compete in the Indianapolis 500. He went all the way to the deadline before Wilson could finalize a deal with the team owner concerned. .
But a week before Thanksgiving, the car racing driver from Sheffield, England, who now lives in the United States, has a lot to be thankful for. You don’t have to wait for the proverbial last minute for 2023.
Wilson, 33, named the driving force of the No. Chevrolet24th in the 107th Indianapolis 500 race in partnership with Dreyer.
“It’s a little unusual,” Wilson told me Thursday after the announcement. “The last two Indy 500s were last-minute systems that were actually set up in May. This makes things even more complicated when set up at the last minute. “second.
“There are so many things to do and get the program running at the last second, so doing it in November is smart for me. Now I can have a calendar until May. “
“At the same time, so does the team. We can start solidifying the livery, painting the car, preparing it and starting rubbing it and making sure it’s as fast as possible in May. “
“I think in every aspect, from every other angle here, we’re all grateful to be able to do this before Thanksgiving. Now I can enjoy Thanksgiving without having too much dinner. “
It will also be very much the point of tension for the driver, who will make his fifth attempt in the Indy 500. The best result of his career in the historic race is 15th in 2018, when he led the race with only 4 laps to go.
“Absolutely,” Wilson said. My wife will be the most grateful. “
Stefan Wilson’s livery for the 2023 Indianapolis 500
Wilson competed in 3 IMSA races in 2022, the Rolex 24 at Daytona, when he finished in the Top 10 of his debut in GTD elegance and occasion. He also has two wins and several podiums in his Indy Lights career.
In 2007, Wilson won the prestigious Autosport BRDC award which recognises and rewards young racing drivers in the UK. The award was also presented to Dario Franchitti, Jenson Button and Lando Norris.
“I was very inspired by the strength with which DRR painted and targeted the 500,” Wilson said. winning the Indy 500. There is a wonderful opportunity here for us to all grow together. I hope this leads to over 500, and maybe even more races together.
Wilson is the younger brother of past Justin Wilson, who drove for the team for two years in 2010 and 2011 when Dreyer.
“There’s a history here with this team,” Wilson said. Justin spent two years with DRR in 2010-2011 and scored podiums. I was introduced to Dennis (Reinbold), Brett De Bord, director of advertising operations and Chase. Selman, general manager, at the time, so it’s wonderful to sign for them in a sense.
IndyCar Driving Force Stefan Wilson
Cusick Motorsports is a marketing and business-to-business incubator that will join an existing Indy 500 at Dreyer
Cusick Motorsports founded in 2021 through Don Cusick. It is headquartered at the Thermal Club in Thermal, California.
The Thermal Club will see NTT IndyCar Series action for the first time in 2023 as part of IndyCar’s annual “Spring Training” preseason test.
“As soon as the checkered flag fell at the Indianapolis 500 this year, we look for the most productive spouse imaginable for the future,” said Don Cusick, founder and CEO of Cusick Motorsports. “We have immense respect for what Dreyer does.
Dreyer
Dennis Reinbold is the one of the Dreyer team
IndyCar Team Dennis Reinbold
“I am very pleased with our new partnership with Cusick Motorsports and Stefan Wilson,” said Reinbold. “It’s been fun to work with Stefan and Don Cusick and our goal is good fortune on and off the track at Speedway. We are inspired through the ethics and courage of Stefan’s paintings that will be applied well in the race car.
“We’re coming out of the top ten sensible in recent years and we think Stefan can reflect that and fight for the win. “
CareKeepers is the co-primary partner. CareKeepers provides referrals and location of caregivers, emergency medical alert devices with GPS monitoring, and transportation of special wishes to others across the country.
CareKeepers brings over 30 years of industry experience and wisdom to help families find all of their characteristics in the best course of action for their loved ones.
“We are excited to drive our strategic expansion in partnership with Stefan Wilson, Cusick Motorsports and Dreyer.
Dreyer
Johnson, a seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, has spent more than two seasons in the NTT IndyCar Series as the driving force of No. 48 Carvana/American Legion Honda with Chip Ganassi Racing.
Now that he’s back with Chevrolet in NASCAR, he may be banned from driving anything other than a Chevrolet at the 107th Indianapolis 500.
Penske, the leading Chevrolet IndyCar team, and Arrow McLaren SP have indicated they may not participate in any more entries at next year’s Indianapolis 500. That leaves Ed Carpenter Racing, Dreyer.
On Nov. 4, Johnson told Phoenix Raceway that he intends to return to the Indianapolis 500 next year, but “no deal has been closed. “