Montoya, 37, is a native of Colombia and one of the most
accomplished drivers in the world. His career highlights include race
wins in Formula One, NASCAR and the CART Indy Car Series. He is the only driver
to produce victories in the Indianapolis 500, the 24 Hours of Daytona and the
Monaco Grand Prix. Montoya earned 11 IndyCar wins over two seasons as he
captured the CART Series title in his rookie season of 1999 followed by a
victory in the Indy 500 in 2000.
“I am really excited to join this legendary team beginning next
year,” said Montoya. “I have had the opportunity to drive for some of the best
racing teams in the world and I have always admired Roger Penske and his
organization. I consider it an honor to be offered the opportunity to drive for
Team Penske.”
“Juan is a proven winner at all levels of motorsport,” said Roger
Penske. “He has won a lot of races and championships and he has an extremely
passionate fan base. We look forward to building on his successes together and
we believe he will be a great addition to Team Penske.”
Competing in a variety of disciplines, cars owned and prepared by
Penske Racing have produced 377 major race wins, 433 pole positions and 24
National Championships. The team has also earned 15 Indianapolis 500 victories
in its storied history.
ORALE! Viva Colombia Compa! Wonderful to hear JPM will be in a competitive toy car next year. After all the real cars are stock cars so therefore them open wheel toys will be no problem for JPM. Van you say 2014 Izod Indy Champ? Of coarse you can. Say it, SAY IT!
ReplyDeleteBad news for Furniture Row Racing.
ReplyDeleteI wonder with this "Defection" to Penske if Chip pulls him from the 42 early. I am sure makes things even less comfortable @ EGRw/FS
ReplyDeleteKyle Larson's time is now!
DeleteNow Montoya can wreck the Indy car drivers who get in his way. A good day for NASCAR when he hit the waiver wire.
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