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IndyCar Deal Dims Honda's NASCAR Entry Dreams
13 Feb
Summary
- Honda confirmed a multiyear deal with IndyCar starting in 2027.
- This commitment raises doubts about Honda's potential NASCAR entry.
- Honda's CEO stated they evaluate all series continuously.
Honda's potential entry into NASCAR now faces significant uncertainty following the confirmation of a new multiyear deal with the NTT IndyCar Series, beginning in 2027. This agreement locks Honda into IndyCar's future development, including new engine formulas and car designs.
The manufacturer's commitment to IndyCar, a series where it has competed for three decades and achieved multiple titles, involves substantial investment in hybrid-era engines and future vehicle technology. This focus on open-wheel racing has led industry analysts, like reporter Bob Pockrass, to express skepticism about Honda also funding a major NASCAR program simultaneously.
Despite the renewed IndyCar focus, Honda representatives have not entirely closed the door on other motorsport opportunities. Honda Racing Corporation USA President David Salters indicated that the IndyCar commitment does not preclude exploring other series. However, the prevailing sentiment within the industry suggests that the significant investment required for both IndyCar and a potential NASCAR Cup Series entry makes such a dual commitment unlikely in the near future.
