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The charter system primarily guarantees a grid spot, and in some cases the right to sell it, though without merit-based payouts to the leader’s circle award. Andretti Global, owned by Michael Andretti, encompasses all Andretti race teams, including F1 efforts, with Dan Towriss as a part-owner. The F1 plans continue without interruptions and no significant changes are expected.
Towriss, involved with Andretti since 2018, has no motorsports background but has been an important figure. The recent shift in ownership is presented as positive, though some skepticism remains regarding the timing and reasons behind it.
