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Chevrolet IndyCar drivers hail off-season gains for 1-2-3-4 result
For the past eight years, the season-opening Florida street track event has seen Chevrolet and Honda sharing honors with four wins each. However, Honda dominated last year, winning 12 out of 17 races, highlighting their recent strength in fuel saving. In 2024, after productive off-season meetings, Chevrolet displayed rare dominance by securing the top four spots, showcasing their improved twin-turbo V6 engine performance. Led by Josef Newgarden, Team Penske’s strong performance at the opener reflected a renewed strength in Chevy’s performance on street and road courses. Pato O’Ward’s second place finish for Arrow McLaren and the positive feedback from drivers underlined Chevy’s significant improvements and potential for a successful 2024 season. The open and collaborative approach between teams and Chevrolet, as described by O’Ward, proved essential in creating a competitive and winning package for the season.
