Arrow McLaren signs multi-year engine extension with Chevrolet

Arrow McLaren has extended its multi-year agreement with Chevrolet, confirming a strong technical partnership for the upcoming 2027 IndyCar Series season. This development is particularly significant as IndyCar prepares for a new era of innovation, with the introduction of the Dallara IR-28 chassis in 2028. The upgraded aerodynamic architecture, improved power-to-weight ratio, and new safety systems in the chassis will require early integration from engine manufacturers, making Chevrolet's commitment crucial for the team's success.

Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing, emphasized the importance of this extension in achieving both the IndyCar championship and the Indy 500. Over the past seven seasons, the team and Chevrolet have collaborated closely through various developments, and this partnership will be vital in determining their competitiveness moving forward.

Mark Reuss, President of General Motors, Eric Warren, Vice President of Global Motorsports Competition at General Motors, and Jim Campbell, Vice President of Performance and Motorsports Commercial Operations at General Motors, expressed their commitment to executing at the highest level and shared the team's focus on winning.

The extension marks a significant milestone in the long-standing technical collaboration between Arrow McLaren and Chevrolet, which began in 2020 when McLaren Racing entered the IndyCar Series alongside Schmidt Peterson Motorsports. Together, they have achieved 14 victories, 54 podiums, and 13 pole awards, contributing to Chevrolet's three consecutive Manufacturers’ Championships from 2022 to 2024.

Pato O’Ward, Arrow McLaren's Team Principal, highlighted the team's confidence in their relationship with Chevrolet, stating that their engineering reliability has been a testament to the strong collaboration between the team and manufacturer.

Looking ahead to the 2027 driver lineup, which includes Pato O’Ward, Scott Dixon, and Felix Rosenqvist, Tony Kanaan, Team Principal of Arrow McLaren IndyCar Team, expressed excitement about the upcoming season. The team's leadership believes that this long-term alignment with Chevrolet will provide stability and a shared focus, enabling stronger collaboration during this period of significant technical change.