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Study Guide: Andretti Global: A Comprehensive Overview of its Motorsports Legacy and Future Trajectory

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Andretti Global: A Comprehensive Overview of its Motorsports Legacy and Future Trajectory Study Guide

Organizational History and Structure

Andretti Global's strategic pursuit of a Formula One entry was the primary reason for its rebranding from Andretti Autosport in September 2023.

Answer: True

Explanation: The rebranding to Andretti Global in September 2023 was explicitly stated as part of the strategic pursuit of a Formula One entry.

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The team initially founded as Forsythe/Green Racing in 1993 was renamed Team Green in 1996 after Barry Green and his brother Kim Green took full control.

Answer: False

Explanation: The team was renamed Team Green in 1995, not 1996, after Barry and Kim Green took control.

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Michael Andretti gained full control of the team in 2008, which led to its rebranding as Andretti Autosport.

Answer: False

Explanation: Michael Andretti gained full control of the team in 2009, not 2008, which then led to its rebranding as Andretti Autosport.

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Dan Towriss became the sole owner of Andretti Global during the September 2023 restructuring, retaining his role as CEO.

Answer: False

Explanation: Dan Towriss became a minority owner during the September 2023 restructuring, not the sole owner.

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In 2024, Mark Walter's TWG Global holding company acquired ownership of Andretti Global, with Dan Towriss continuing as co-owner and CEO.

Answer: True

Explanation: Mark Walter's TWG Global acquired ownership of Andretti Global in 2024, and Dan Towriss retained his roles as co-owner and CEO.

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Andretti Global's primary base of operations is located in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Answer: True

Explanation: Andretti Global's main operational base is located in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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Team KOOL Green was formed in 1997 and expanded to a two-car effort in 1999 with Paul Tracy and Dario Franchitti.

Answer: False

Explanation: Team KOOL Green expanded to a two-car effort with Paul Tracy and Dario Franchitti in 1998, not 1999.

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Andretti Green Racing began competing in the Indy Racing League in 2003, which is now known as the NTT IndyCar Series.

Answer: True

Explanation: Andretti Green Racing transitioned to the Indy Racing League, now the NTT IndyCar Series, in 2003.

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In what year did the team, initially known as Forsythe/Green Racing, first compete in the CART Indy Car World Series?

Answer: 1994

Explanation: The team, founded in 1993, began competing in the CART Indy Car World Series in 1994.

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Who acquired a stake in the team in 2002, leading to its renaming as Andretti Green Racing?

Answer: Michael Andretti

Explanation: Michael Andretti's acquisition of a stake in the team in 2002 led to its renaming as Andretti Green Racing.

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Who are the current key principals leading Andretti Global, according to the source?

Answer: Dan Towriss, Rob Edwards, Jill Gregory

Explanation: The current key principals leading Andretti Global are Dan Towriss, Rob Edwards, and Jill Gregory.

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Championship Achievements and Milestones

Andretti Global has won a total of 19 Drivers' Championships across various racing series, including one CART championship and four IndyCar Series championships.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source explicitly states that Andretti Global has won a total of 19 Drivers' Championships, including one CART championship and four IndyCar Series championships.

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Andretti Green Racing failed to secure any race wins during the 2009 IndyCar season, marking the first time this had occurred since 2003.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that the 2009 IndyCar season was the first time since 2003 that Andretti Green Racing did not achieve a race win.

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Andretti Global has won the Indianapolis 500 five times, with the most recent victory occurring in 2017.

Answer: False

Explanation: Andretti Global has won the Indianapolis 500 six times, not five, with the most recent victory indeed in 2017.

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Ryan Hunter-Reay secured the 2012 IndyCar Series championship by winning the final race of the season.

Answer: False

Explanation: Ryan Hunter-Reay secured the 2012 IndyCar Series championship by finishing fourth in the final race, not by winning it, after his main rival crashed.

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In the 2010 U.S. F2000 National Championship, Andretti Autosport won the team championship, but their drivers did not secure the points championship.

Answer: False

Explanation: In the 2010 U.S. F2000 National Championship, Sage Karam, an Andretti Autosport driver, won the points championship, in addition to the team championship.

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Jake Dennis's 2022–23 Formula E championship victory marked the first time since the 1985 Formula 1 race that the United Kingdom hosted the deciding race of an FIA-sanctioned single-seater World Championship.

Answer: True

Explanation: Jake Dennis's 2022–23 Formula E championship win was historically significant as it marked the first time since the 1985 Formula 1 race at Brands Hatch that the UK hosted the deciding race of an FIA-sanctioned single-seater World Championship.

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How many IndyCar Series championships has Andretti Global secured, as listed in the source?

Answer: Four

Explanation: Andretti Global has secured four IndyCar Series championships.

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Which of the following championships did Andretti Global win in 2013?

Answer: Indy Pro 2000 championship

Explanation: In 2013, Andretti Global won the Indy Pro 2000 championship.

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Which driver secured Andretti Autosport's first victory after its rebranding in 2010?

Answer: Ryan Hunter-Reay

Explanation: Ryan Hunter-Reay secured Andretti Autosport's first victory after its 2010 rebranding by winning the Grand Prix of Long Beach.

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In which season did Andretti Formula E claim its first Drivers' Championship in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship?

Answer: Season 9 (2022–23)

Explanation: Andretti Formula E secured its inaugural Drivers' Championship in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship during Season 9 (2022–23) with Jake Dennis.

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What significant victories did Team Green achieve in 1995 with Jacques Villeneuve?

Answer: Indianapolis 500 and CART championship

Explanation: In 1995, Team Green, with Jacques Villeneuve, achieved victories in both the Indianapolis 500 and the CART championship.

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Who secured the first IndyCar Series win for Andretti Green Racing?

Answer: Tony Kanaan

Explanation: Tony Kanaan secured the first IndyCar Series win for Andretti Green Racing at Phoenix International Raceway in 2003.

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Which driver secured the 2012 IndyCar Series Championship for Andretti Global?

Answer: Ryan Hunter-Reay

Explanation: Ryan Hunter-Reay secured the 2012 IndyCar Series Championship for Andretti Global.

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Strategic Expansion and Future Initiatives

The FIA initially welcomed Michael Andretti's application to enter Formula One in 2024, expressing a desire to expand the grid.

Answer: False

Explanation: The FIA initially stated that it was not looking to increase the number of teams on the Formula One grid, contrary to welcoming the application.

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Andretti Autosport entered the Australian Supercars Championship in 2018 by acquiring a 50% shareholding in Walkinshaw Andretti United.

Answer: False

Explanation: Andretti Autosport acquired a 37.5% shareholding in Walkinshaw Andretti United, not 50%, to enter the Australian Supercars Championship.

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The FIA approved the Andretti-GM bid to enter Formula One in 2026 after the sale of the Andretti family's team to TWG Global and GM's confirmation as an engine supplier.

Answer: True

Explanation: The FIA approved the Andretti-GM bid for a 2026 Formula One entry following the team's sale to TWG Global and General Motors' commitment as an engine supplier.

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Andretti Jourdain Autosport was established in February 2021 as a joint venture to cultivate new racing talent within Mexico.

Answer: True

Explanation: Andretti Jourdain Autosport was indeed established in February 2021 as a joint venture aimed at developing new racing talent in Mexico.

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Which of the following motorsports series does Andretti Global NOT currently participate in, according to the source?

Answer: Formula One

Explanation: According to the provided information, Andretti Global plans to enter Formula One in the future but does not currently participate in it.

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Which Formula One team CEO publicly supported Andretti's entry in 2022?

Answer: Zak Brown of McLaren

Explanation: Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren, publicly supported Andretti's bid to enter Formula One in 2022.

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Who was hired as the team principal for the Cadillac Formula One team?

Answer: Graeme Lowdon

Explanation: Graeme Lowdon was appointed as the team principal for the Cadillac Formula One team.

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Key Personnel and Driver Performance

After the 2011 IndyCar Series season, Danica Patrick transitioned to NASCAR, competing in a full schedule of Sprint Cup Series events.

Answer: False

Explanation: Danica Patrick transitioned to NASCAR for the 2012 season, competing in a full Nationwide Series schedule and a limited Sprint Cup Series schedule, not a full Sprint Cup Series schedule.

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Andretti Green Racing achieved a remarkable feat at the 2005 Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, with all four of its drivers finishing in the top four positions.

Answer: True

Explanation: At the 2005 Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, all four Andretti Green Racing drivers finished in the top four positions, led by Dan Wheldon.

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Michael Andretti's last race win as a driver was at the 2003 Indianapolis 500.

Answer: False

Explanation: Michael Andretti's last race win as a driver was at the 2002 Grand Prix of Long Beach, not the 2003 Indianapolis 500.

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At the 2014 Indianapolis 500, all four full-time Andretti Autosport drivers, including Kurt Busch, finished in the top six.

Answer: False

Explanation: While Kurt Busch and three of the four full-time drivers finished in the top six at the 2014 Indianapolis 500, James Hinchcliffe crashed and did not finish in the top six.

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What was the immediate consequence of Andretti Green Racing's switch to the Indy Racing League in 2003 regarding Paul Tracy?

Answer: Paul Tracy departed to remain in the Champ Car World Series.

Explanation: Upon Andretti Green Racing's transition to the Indy Racing League in 2003, Paul Tracy chose to depart the team to continue competing in the Champ Car World Series.

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Who replaced Michael Andretti on the team after his retirement from driving following the 2003 Indianapolis 500?

Answer: Dan Wheldon

Explanation: After Michael Andretti retired from driving following the 2003 Indianapolis 500, Dan Wheldon took his place on the team.

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What was the outcome of Kurt Busch's 'Double Duty' attempt in 2014?

Answer: He finished sixth in the Indianapolis 500 but his engine failed in the Coca-Cola 600.

Explanation: Kurt Busch finished sixth in the Indianapolis 500 but was unable to complete the Coca-Cola 600 due to an engine failure, thus falling short of completing 'Double Duty'.

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Who were the drivers for Forsythe Green Racing's Atlantics entries in 1993?

Answer: Claude Bourbonnais and Jacques Villeneuve

Explanation: In 1993, Forsythe Green Racing's Atlantics entries were driven by Claude Bourbonnais and Jacques Villeneuve.

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Which of the following drivers is currently listed as competing part-time for Andretti Global in the IndyCar Series?

Answer: Marco Andretti

Explanation: Marco Andretti is currently listed as a part-time competitor for Andretti Global in the IndyCar Series.

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As of January 2025, which of the following drivers is a member of Andretti Global's Driver Development Program?

Answer: Sebastian Wheldon

Explanation: Sebastian Wheldon is listed as a member of Andretti Global's Driver Development Program as of January 2025.

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Who is the current driver for Andretti Global in the SuperCopa series?

Answer: Michel Jourdain Jr.

Explanation: Michel Jourdain Jr. is the current driver for Andretti Global in the SuperCopa series.

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Vehicle Specifications and Technical Details

What chassis and engine specifications were used for Tony Kanaan's 2004 IndyCar Series Championship victory?

Answer: Dallara IR-04 chassis, Honda HI4R V8 engine

Explanation: Tony Kanaan's 2004 IndyCar Series Championship was achieved using a Dallara IR-04 chassis and a Honda HI4R V8 engine.

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What chassis and powertrain were used by Andretti Formula E in the 2022–23 Formula E World Championship?

Answer: Formula E Gen3 chassis, Porsche 99X Electric powertrain

Explanation: In the 2022–23 Formula E World Championship, Andretti Formula E utilized a Formula E Gen3 chassis with a Porsche 99X Electric powertrain.

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