Will Power has announced his exit from Team Penske after 17-years in IndyCar, as McLaren names Alex Dunne for FP1 and a new commercial partner.
Will Power –
Team Penske announced today that after 17 years driving for the legendary organization, Will Power will depart the team prior to the 2026 season. Will Power is one of INDYCAR’s most decorated drivers with 45 wins, two INDYCAR Championships (2014 and 2022) and one Indianapolis 500 victory.
Power collected 42 of his INDYCAR victories during his time with Team Penske, in addition to 71 pole positions that have distinguished him as the greatest qualifier in series history. Team Penske will announce its plans for the No. 12 Verizon Chevrolet at a later date prior to the 2026 season.
From Roger Penske: “As we sat down to talk about our future together, Will felt that it was time for him to make a change beginning with next season. He has been an outstanding driver and teammate for our organization. His results speak for themselves, and we wish him the very best in the next phase of his career.”
From Will Power: “It’s been the honor of my life to drive for Roger and the Penske organization. We have accomplished so much together, and I will always be grateful for my time with the team and my teammates who have supported me along the way. After much consideration, I felt like a change for me was the right move at this time.”
Alex Dunne –
F2 racer Alex Dunne will get another FP1 run with McLaren in this weekend’s F1 Italian GP at Monza, where he will replace Oscar Piastri, to fulfil the FIA rookie requirements. Here: https://x.com/McLarenF1/status/1962878664749502874
Additionally, McLaren Racing has today announced Trend Micro, a global cybersecurity leader, as an Official Partner of the McLaren Formula 1 Team for the remainder of the 2025 season and beyond. Trend is helping fast paced organisations like McLaren Racing stay ahead of threats by safeguarding operational systems and sensitive data, and ensuring operations remain secure.
Trend has been part of the McLaren Racing family since 2023, previously being an Official Partner of the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team. Cybersecurity is a critical part of modern motorsports, where milliseconds and data can make all the difference. The partnership continues to bring together two brands with innovation at the heart of what they do and a commitment to securing evolving and fast-paced environments.
As part of the partnership, Trend will engage customers and partners through a series of unique, high-touch moments throughout the Formula 1 season, combining world-class hospitality with access to the McLaren team and opportunities for deeper conversations around cybersecurity innovation and leadership – all designed to deliver the full Trend Experience.
Matt Dennington, Co-Chief Commercial Officer, McLaren Racing, said: “It is fantastic to have Trend join the McLaren Formula 1 Team as an Official Partner. Their expertise was invaluable when supporting the team in electric racing and we’re excited to build on that strong foundation as we head into this next chapter together.”
Kevin Simzer, Chief Operating Officer, Trend, said: “Partnering with McLaren Racing is more than just a sponsorship, it’s about shared mindset. We are both committed to being the best in our industries, pushing the boundaries of innovation with an eye for speed, security, and customer-first experiences that drive lasting impact. We’re excited to take this journey together and what it means to stay ahead of the curve and lead with confidence in a fast-moving world.”
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