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IndyCar has announced that Mike O’Gara has joined the series as Vice President of Competition. The veteran engineer has overseen a long list of duties over the past 30 years, most recently contributing to Chip Ganassi Racing’s program during a string of championship efforts by Scott Dixon and Alex Palou. He served in an executive […]
IndyCar announced the appointment of Mike O’Gara as Vice President of Competition, a veteran engineer with a proven track record in motorsports.
O’Gara’s extensive experience includes a key role in Chip Ganassi Racing’s successful championship efforts with drivers Scott Dixon and Alex Palou.
In his new role, O’Gara will oversee performance strategy, race engineering, and technical governance for both IndyCar and IndyNXT.
He will be responsible for maintaining fair competition through technical rules changes and ensuring a level playing field for all competitors.
O’Gara will lead the development of a long-term technical roadmap, including the introduction of a new chassis for the 2028 season.
His appointment signals an exciting period for IndyCar, with a focus on innovation and safety advancements in open-wheel racing.
