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Nowadays Michael Andretti’s empire stretches across all of motorsport, something reflected in the organization’s recent name change to Andretti Global. But aside from brief forays into the American…
Today, Andretti Global is a prominent force in motorsport, with a diverse range of activities across different racing disciplines, as reflected in its recent name change. While primarily focused on IndyCar in its early years, the team expanded its reach by venturing into rallycross and Formula E in 2014. Andretti has since become the only team to have competed in every Formula E season. The decision to diversify was driven by the desire to avoid overreliance on a single championship and to compete on a global stage. Formula E appealed to Andretti due to its environmental focus and the opportunity to explore a new style of racing. The team’s involvement in Formula E has not only resulted in success and a world title, but it has also provided a valuable learning experience and insight into the future of motorsport, particularly in terms of energy management. As Andretti aims to expand its presence in Formula 1 and with IndyCar’s move towards hybrids, the team’s expertise in energy management will be instrumental in these transitions. The transfer of knowledge between Andretti’s various racing programs has been a beneficial exchange, with the Formula E team initially leaning on the experience of the IndyCar group, but now also contributing to the development and modernization of the IndyCar team.
