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Fresh off its first NTT IndyCar Series championship victory with Chip Ganassi Racing and Alex Palou, the American Legion will continue with the team in 2024, but with a new driver delivering its me…
The American Legion will continue its partnership with Chip Ganassi Racing in 2024, with rookie driver Linus Lundqvist representing the organization in the NTT IndyCar Series. Lundqvist will drive the No. 8 Honda, previously driven by Marcus Ericsson, with a new livery and branding from the American Legion. He will also be guided by Indy 500-winning race engineer Brad Goldberg throughout the 17-race calendar. Lundqvist expressed his honor and pride in representing the American Legion, emphasizing the importance of using racing to make a positive impact and save lives. The partnership between CGR and the American Legion started in 2021 with the ‘Be The One’ campaign, aimed at addressing the high suicide rate among veterans. Team manager Taylor Kiel has confidence in Lundqvist’s ability to continue the work done by Alex Palou as an American Legion ambassador, praising his genuine enthusiasm and engagement with partners and sponsors. Lundqvist is eager to give back to his adopted home country and expresses gratitude to veterans for making his American dream possible.
