Power brings vast experience and success to the team, being a two-time IndyCar champion (2014, 2022) and the 2018 Indianapolis 500 winner. With 45 career wins and 71 career poles, he ranks fourth all-time for wins and holds the record for most poles in IndyCar history. His addition is seen as a way to boost Andretti Global’s competitiveness and consistency, bringing veteran leadership to a team looking to close the gap on dominant rivals.
Despite his 44 years of age, Power showed competitiveness in 2025 with a race win and pole position, helping Penske achieve their best championship finish since 2020. His move to Andretti is a fresh start, and he expressed enthusiasm for joining the team, working with Honda, and competing alongside teammates Kirkwood and Ericsson.
Jill Gregory, COO of TWG Motorsports and president of Andretti Global, expressed pride and excitement about Power’s signing, highlighting his fierce competitive nature and cultural fit within the team. Meanwhile, Herta embarks on a new chapter as an official Cadillac F1 test driver.
This transition marks a significant shift in IndyCar’s driver market and positions Andretti Global to rise as a formidable contender in the 2026 season with a blend of youthful talent and seasoned expertise.
