Newgarden Emphasizes Program Normality Amidst Shifting Landscape
The NTT INDYCAR SERIES is in a constant state of evolution, with new regulations, new faces, and new challenges appearing on the horizon every year. However, amidst this whirlwind of change, Team Penske's Josef Newgarden is committed to maintaining a sense of "program normality," a key factor in his consistent performance and success.
Focusing on the Fundamentals
Newgarden, the 2017 and 2019 INDYCAR SERIES champion, believes in the importance of focusing on the basics, regardless of the external factors. "I think the big thing is making sure you have a normal program, a normal schedule, and you're not trying to reinvent the wheel every single year," he stated. "There are a lot of new things that can happen, but there are a lot of things that stay the same. You still have to be good at the fundamentals, you still have to be good at testing, you still have to be good at qualifying, and you still have to be good at race execution."
This commitment to stability and consistency has served Newgarden well, allowing him to adapt to the ever-changing landscape of the series. He has consistently been among the top contenders, regardless of the car's evolution, the competition's growth, or the introduction of new regulations.
Embracing Change, Staying Focused
While Newgarden emphasizes program normality, he recognizes that the INDYCAR SERIES is always evolving. "The series is constantly changing, so you have to be adaptable," he admitted. "But I think if you have a good foundation, you can adapt to anything."
He credits his team's ability to maintain a strong foundation, which allows them to quickly adapt to any new challenges. "We've always been a team that's very good at adapting, very good at learning, and very good at taking on new challenges. That's what's helped us be successful over the years."
A Formula for Continued Success
Newgarden's approach to program normality, combined with his team's adaptability, forms a potent formula for continued success. By staying grounded in the fundamentals and embracing necessary changes, he aims to maintain his position among the top drivers in the series, striving for more championship titles in the future.
This focus on program normality, coupled with a willingness to adapt to the ever-changing landscape of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, defines Josef Newgarden's approach to racing. It's a strategy that has brought him great success in the past and is likely to continue to do so in the years to come.
