Tony Kanaan

Asetek and Tony Kanaan Co-develop Sim Racing Gear

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Friday, June 23, 2023

AALBORG, Denmark, June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Asetek sim racing gear innovator, along with Tony Kanaan, the renowned Brazilian-American racing driver, seven-time NASCAR champion and Indy 500 winner, today announced they have co-developed Tony Kanaan-branded sim racing gear. The custom-designed Tony Kanaan Bundle includes a high-quality pedal set with Asetek's proprietary M.L.C.P.C.™ load-cell braking technology, a wheelbase with 12Nm force feedback and 22 bit encoder resolution,  a Formula Steering Wheel with 128 individual input options and the feel and stiffness of a real racecar wheel. Now Tony Kanaan racing enthusiasts and sim racing fans can get full immersion and the quality and reliability of Asetek SimSports® sim racing gear with the signature colors and branding of TK Racing.

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    AALBORG, Denmark, June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Asetek sim racing gear innovator, along with Tony Kanaan, the renowned Brazilian-American racing driver, seven-time NASCAR champion and Indy 500 winner, today announced they have co-developed Tony Kanaan-branded sim racing gear.
  • Now Tony Kanaan racing enthusiasts and sim racing fans can get full immersion and the quality and reliability of Asetek SimSports® sim racing gear with the signature colors and branding of TK Racing.
  • "We are thrilled to be partnering with Tony Kanaan to design and develop sim racing gear for his fan-base," said André Sloth Eriksen, CEO and founder of Asetek.
  • Tony Kanaan is known across the globe for his extraordinary career in racing as well as being deeply engaged in sim racing.

Chip Ganassi Racing reveals Indianapolis 500 American Legion paint scheme in social media video blitz

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Thursday, April 8, 2021

INDIANAPOLIS, April 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In a series of humorous videos on social media this week, racing legend Jimmie Johnson finds the missing No.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, April 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In a series of humorous videos on social media this week, racing legend Jimmie Johnson finds the missing No.
  • 48 Honda NTT INDYCAR SERIES car safe in the hands of his teammate, 2013 Indianapolis 500 Winner Tony Kanaan.
  • Fans positively reacted to the Twitter and Facebook campaign in posts by Chip Ganassi Racing and The American Legion showcasing
    Kanaan answering phones at The American Legion National Headquarters in Indianapolis, hiding from Johnson and channeling his 20th run in the Indianapolis 500 in the red, white and blue American Legion livery.
  • "I'm excited to work with The American Legion this year," Kanaan said.

Carvana Unveils NTT INDYCAR SERIES Paint Scheme for No. 48 Honda

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Monday, February 22, 2021

The collaboration between myself, Chip Ganassi Racing, Carvana and the design group was a lot of fun - we came up with many, many good ideas.

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  • The collaboration between myself, Chip Ganassi Racing, Carvana and the design group was a lot of fun - we came up with many, many good ideas.
  • So I'm very excited about our primary paint scheme, and also excited about some opportunities we might have in the future to mix things up and keep things fresh."
  • When Johnson isnt in the drivers seat for the road and street circuits, NTT INDYCAR SERIES veteran Tony Kanaan will pilot the No.
  • For further information on Carvana, please visit www.carvana.com , or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram or Twitter .

NTT DATA Extends Partnership With Chip Ganassi Racing

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Monday, November 23, 2020

NTT DATA Services , a global digital business and IT services leader, announced a multi-year extension of its partnership with Chip Ganassi Racing that will expand to ranging sponsorship levels across the NTT INDYCAR Series entries of Scott Dixon, Jimmie Johnson, Tony Kanaan and Alex Palou beginning in 2021.

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  • NTT DATA Services , a global digital business and IT services leader, announced a multi-year extension of its partnership with Chip Ganassi Racing that will expand to ranging sponsorship levels across the NTT INDYCAR Series entries of Scott Dixon, Jimmie Johnson, Tony Kanaan and Alex Palou beginning in 2021.
  • Foyt Racing, is quite familiar with NTT DATA Racing fans, having the company as the primary on his No.
  • In addition to the association on three of the organizations four entries, NTT DATA returns as the Official IT Services Partner to Chip Ganassi Racings INDYCAR program.
  • The renewal extends a partnership with Chip Ganassi Racing that began in 2013 when NTT DATA sponsored the No.

Honda Scores Fourth Consecutive 2020 Indy Car Win

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Monday, July 13, 2020

The win is the fourth in as many races this season for both Honda and Chip Ganassi Racing, with teammate Scott Dixon winning the opening trio of events this year, including the opening 55-lap race here on Saturday.

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  • The win is the fourth in as many races this season for both Honda and Chip Ganassi Racing, with teammate Scott Dixon winning the opening trio of events this year, including the opening 55-lap race here on Saturday.
  • Felix Rosenqvist (Chip Ganassi Racing Honda) Started seventh, finished first; first Indy car win, fourth consecutive win for Honda in 2020:"We've been close [to a win] so many times, this race was for my #10 NTT Data crew and Honda.. We've been strong in so many races, but it never quite came together until today.
  • The car was fantastic, and now we're four for four for Ganassi and Honda, that's huge.
  • Ted Klaus (President, Honda Performance Development) on today's fourth consecutive Honda win in the 2020 NTT INDYCAR SERIES: "What a great way to end a great weekend for everyone at Honda and HPD.

Road to Indy Presented by Cooper Tires Goes Virtual Amid Coronavirus Season Delay

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Wednesday, April 8, 2020

With the start of its racing season delayed due to coronavirus, the Road to Indy Presented by Cooper Tires has gone virtual with a new five-race e-series.

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  • With the start of its racing season delayed due to coronavirus, the Road to Indy Presented by Cooper Tires has gone virtual with a new five-race e-series.
  • The e-series allows drivers from Indy Lights Presented by Cooper Tires, the Indy Pro 2000 Championship Presented by Cooper Tires and the Cooper Tires USF2000 Championship to compete against one another using race simulators.
  • As the exclusive tire supplier to the Road to Indy, drivers will continue to compete on Cooper tires in the virtual competition.
  • Virtual race courses in the series include some of the most well-known tracks on the Road to Indy Presented by Cooper Tires schedule, including Barber Motorsports Park, Circuit of The Americas, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Road America and the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course.

St. Louis dealership holds giveaway for Indy car experiences

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Friday, May 11, 2018

ST. LOUIS, Mo., May 11, 2018 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Registration is now open for one of two Indy experience giveaways at Ackerman Toyota.

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  • ST. LOUIS, Mo., May 11, 2018 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Registration is now open for one of two Indy experience giveaways at Ackerman Toyota.
  • The first Indy event is a ride-along at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway track on Friday, May 25with Davey Hamilton.
  • St. Louis area residents interested in registering to win the first Indyexperienceat the Indianapolis Motor Speedway can register now at ackermantoyota .com or in person at the Ackerman Toyota dealership at 3636 SouthKingshighwayin St. Louis.
  • Registration for the second event at the St. Louis Gateway Motorsports Park opens June 1.