In a significant shift within Team Penske’s leadership, Tim Cindric has announced that he will be stepping back from his role as the day-to-day leader of the organization’s overall racing programs. However, he will remain in a key position, continuing as President of Team Penske’s INDYCAR operations.
The move marks a new chapter for Cindric, who has been a driving force behind Team Penske’s success across NASCAR, INDYCAR, and sports car racing for over two decades. Under his leadership, the team has captured multiple INDYCAR championships, NASCAR Cup Series titles, and major endurance racing victories.
A Legacy of Success at Team Penske
Cindric first joined Team Penske in 1999 and quickly became a pivotal figure in the organization’s growth and dominance across multiple racing disciplines. As President of Team Penske, he played a crucial role in:
• Winning multiple INDYCAR championships with drivers like Josef Newgarden, Will Power, and Simon Pagenaud.
• Overseeing Team Penske’s NASCAR expansion, including Cup Series titles with Joey Logano (2018, 2022) and Brad Keselowski (2012).
• Leading the team to major endurance racing victories, including the Rolex 24 at Daytona and the IMSA SportsCar Championship.
His strategic leadership helped establish Team Penske as one of the most dominant organizations in motorsports, blending success across open-wheel, stock car, and sports car racing.
Shifting Focus to INDYCAR
Moving forward, Cindric will concentrate solely on Team Penske’s INDYCAR program, a series where the team has historically been a powerhouse. His deep knowledge of INDYCAR’s competitive landscape will be instrumental in ensuring the team remains at the forefront, particularly as the series continues to evolve with hybrid powertrains and increased competition.
With drivers Josef Newgarden, Will Power, and Scott McLaughlin leading the charge, Cindric’s continued presence in the INDYCAR program ensures that Team Penske remains a title contender for years to come.
What’s Next for Team Penske?
As Cindric steps back from day-to-day operations across all of Penske’s racing programs, it remains to be seen how the leadership structure will evolve in NASCAR and sports car racing. The organization has a strong management team in place, and Penske will likely appoint new leadership roles to oversee its NASCAR and IMSA operations.
For now, Team Penske will continue to chase championships across all racing series, but with Cindric’s focus now solely on INDYCAR, expect the team to push even harder for more victories and championships in open-wheel racing.
