Arrow McLaren locked in its technical future on October 6 by announcing a multiyear extension with Chevrolet to continue as the team's engine manufacturer in the NTT IndyCar SERIES. It is a massive partnership lock-in that anchors the team right as the championship heads toward a fascinating new technical frontier.
That frontier is none other than the new Dallara IR-28 chassis, which is scheduled to make its competitive debut in 2028. Early testing phases are already underway for this next-generation platform, bringing a revised power-to-weight ratio, fresh aerodynamic architecture, updated wing packages built for better racing, and improved safety systems. Having a committed engine partner early in that development cycle is crucial.
Arrow McLaren has been an important part of Chevrolet’s IndyCar program, and this extension reflects the strength of the technical relationship we’ve built together,
“Our extension with Chevrolet is key to our overall goal of winning both the IndyCar championship and the Indy 500,” said McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown. He highlighted the critical work ahead on the 2028 chassis, pointing to key figures like Mark Reuss, Eric Warren, and Jim Campbell across the Chevy and GM organization for sharing their absolute focus on winning.
Looking back at the numbers since McLaren Racing went full-time in the series in 2020 alongside Schmidt Peterson Motorsports to form Arrow McLaren SP, the results are stunning. This collaboration has already delivered 14 Chevy-powered victories, 54 podium finishes, and 13 NTT P1 Awards, alongside three consecutive Manufacturers’ Championships secured by Chevy from 2022 to 2024.
“Arrow McLaren has been an important part of Chevrolet’s IndyCar program, and this extension reflects the strength of the technical relationship we’ve built together,” stated Eric Warren, General Motors vice president of global motorsports competition. He emphasized that close engineering collaboration remains vital as powertrain development moves toward the next generation of machines.
Meanwhile, the operation is also quietly lining up a formidable driver roster for the near future. Team veteran Pato O’Ward will welcome six-time series champion Scott Dixon and 2026 Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge winner Felix Rosenqvist into a powerhouse three-driver lineup starting in 2027.
