The IndyCar Season is revving up, with St. Petersburg prepping to host the inaugural practice session. As anticipation builds, let’s delve into the details of the 11 participating teams, with a spotlight on Meyer Shank Racing after our previous focus on Juncos Hollinger Racing.
The journey of Meyer Shank Racing in 2025 can be better appreciated when we rewind to 2024. Felix Rosenqvist, driving the No. 60 Honda, secured the 12th place in the Drivers’ Championship. Despite no wins and one pole, he managed to place in the top five twice and in the top 10 six times, leading three races for five laps and finishing 13 out of 17 races. The No. 60 Honda also clinched the 12th position in the Entrants’ Championship, earning a Leaders Circle contract.
2025 will see Rosenqvist continue with the No. 60 Honda, while Marcus Armstrong, who came 14th with Chip Ganassi Racing in 2024, will be behind the wheels of the No. 66 Honda. The Meyer Shank Racing team will be helmed by team owners Mike Shank and Jim Meyer, with Adam Rovazzini as the Chief Operating Officer and Jason Givens as the Team Manager. The squad also includes Performance Director Neil Fife, Race Engineers Ross Bunnell and Angela Ashmore, Race Strategists Adam Rovazzini and George Klotz, and Chief Mechanics Kyle Gibson and Jimmy Looper.
The team has seen significant changes recently, including the end of its technical alliance with Andretti Global and the start of a new one with Chip Ganassi Racing. This has led to an exciting reshuffling of driver and engineer pairings, with Felix Rosenqvist being teamed up with ex-Scott Dixon race engineer, Ross Bunnell.
Meyer Shank Racing’s mission for the upcoming season is clear: to elevate its game and break away from mediocrity. The team achieved its first remarkable victory at the 2021 Indy 500 and now aims to replicate this success. Rosenqvist secured the team’s best championship position since its inception in 2017. However, mechanical issues caused a fall to the 12th position, despite a promising start. The new alliance with Ganassi is expected to turn the tide in favor of Meyer Shank Racing.
The Rosenqvist-Bunnell duo promises to be a game-changer for the team. If they manage to extract the best from each other, the No. 60 MSR Honda is likely to pose a significant challenge in the championship.
Marcus Armstrong’s journey from a part-time to a full-time driver at Ganassi was marked by inconsistencies. However, his move to Meyer Shank Racing presents a fresh start, free from any overshadowing legends or unbeatable competitors. Armstrong and Rosenqvist, as equals, will strive for individual glories, making Meyer Shank Racing a team to watch out for.
Rosenqvist’s primary task is to deliver. His best performance was at Ganassi, where he secured the sixth position and won a race in his second season. Now, with the support of the brilliant engineer Bunnell and access to Ganassi’s data, Rosenqvist is expected to reach new heights. Meanwhile, Armstrong needs to improve his race finishes, which were often lower than his starting positions in 2024.
Team owner Mike Shank has high hopes for the season. He aims for three to five podiums, a shot at wins, and a place in the top 10 for both drivers. If the team executes well, Shank believes these goals are achievable. He also underlines the importance of pit stop execution and hopes for consistent top 10 finishes on the track.
The upcoming season promises to be exciting, with Meyer Shank Racing ready to shake things up and deliver a performance that fans and competitors alike will remember. The team’s spirit is high, and they’re ready to show what they’ve got. Let’s see what they bring to the table.