P1racenews AI automatic summary:
RAHAL LETTERMAN LANIGAN RACING No. 15 Honda: Graham Rahal (15th in 2023 championship) No. 30 Honda: Pietro Fittipaldi (did not compete) No. 45 Honda: Christian Lundgaard (8th in 2023 championship) …
In 2023, Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing had a rollercoaster season, with standout performances from drivers like Christian Lundgaard and a disappointing Indy 500 for Graham Rahal. The team’s late-season resurgence underlines the potential for a strong start in 2024. The team’s investments in personnel and speed upgrades bode well for their upcoming campaign.
RLL made a strategic move by promoting Derek Davidson to team manager for their IndyCar program, allowing former manager Ricardo Nault to focus solely on the factory BMW GTP effort. This change aims to bring stability and efficiency to the team, setting the stage for continued success.
A noteworthy staff swap saw RLL’s former race engineer Michael Armbrester move to A.J. Foyt Racing, while Danielle Cucchiaroni joined RLL in a similar role. These personnel changes reflect the competitive nature of IndyCar teams seeking strategic advantages.
Pietro Fittipaldi’s full-time drive with RLL in 2024 marks a turning point in his IndyCar career, offering him the opportunity for consistent open-wheel racing at the highest level. Despite his sporadic past performances, there is optimism around his potential to shine in the upcoming season.
