P1racenews AI automatic summary:
IndyCar 2023 season review: Ed Carpenter Racing
In 2023, Ed Carpenter Racing had a mixed season. Rinus VeeKay had a decent season, finishing 14th in the championship standings, but he only had two top 10 finishes and no results in the top five. The team seemed to have regressed compared to the previous year when they were expected to take a step forward. It’s not clear if the regression was solely within the team, as other teams made progress and expanded their capabilities. VeeKay needs to improve his qualifying performance next year if ECR wants to contend for top fives and occasional podium finishes. Ryan Hunter-Reay provided stability and experience as a teammate to VeeKay, and his presence could benefit the team going forward. ECR had a strong performance at the Indianapolis 500, but overall, the team struggled to be competitive. However, with the addition of newly crowned Indy NXT champion Christian Rasmussen and a reduced three-car lineup, there is hope for better results in the future.
