Arrow McLaren: Ex-Penske Exec Hired
- - Kyle Moyer, formerly a Team Penske executive, is joining Arrow McLaren Racing after his dismissal in the wake of an Indianapolis 500 controversy.
- Tony Kanaan, McLaren's team principal, personally selected Moyer.
- Moyer's new role as director of competition will see him assisting Scott Harner, the director of race operations.
Arrow McLaren Racing welcomes Kyle Moyer, formerly of Team penske, as director of competition.Following a controversial exit from Penske, Moyer will now apply his strategic IndyCar expertise alongside team principal tony Kanaan and serve as strategist for Nolan Siegel. Kanaan emphasized Moyer’s high demand and valuable experience within the motorsports world to McLaren’s benefit.The move comes after Moyer’s firing from Penske and marks a significant shift in the competitive landscape. With Moyer’s experience secured,McLaren is poised to gain an edge on critical strategizing. News Directory 3 can bring you even more updates from the fast-paced IndyCar world. Discover what’s next for Moyer and McLaren.
Moyer Lands Key Role at Arrow McLaren after Penske Exit
Updated june 22, 2025
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Kyle Moyer, formerly a Team Penske executive, is joining Arrow McLaren Racing after his dismissal in the wake of an Indianapolis 500 controversy. He will begin with the IndyCar team this week at a test session at Iowa Speedway.
Tony Kanaan, McLaren’s team principal, personally selected Moyer. The two previously collaborated at Andretti Global, securing the 2004 IndyCar championship with Moyer as Kanaan’s team manager.
Moyer’s new role as director of competition will see him assisting Scott Harner, the director of race operations. he will also take over as strategist for Nolan Siegel, allowing Kanaan to focus on overall race-day strategy for McLaren’s three drivers. Moyer’s official start date is June 30.
Kanaan emphasized the high demand for Moyer across the IndyCar circuit following his departure from Penske. He attributed McLaren’s success in securing Moyer to their established relationship. “Kyle is one of the best strategists in the paddock,” Kanaan said. “He’s been around IndyCar his entire life and his knowledge is top-notch.”
Kanaan also highlighted Moyer’s interpersonal skills. “Kyle is a people person. He captivates people, and people want to work for him,” Kanaan added. “He’s direct, and people respect him.”
Moyer’s popularity was evident when Scott McLaughlin, a Penske driver, voiced his displeasure after Moyer’s firing along with team president Tim Cindric and managing director Ron Ruzewski. Moyer had served as Penske’s general manager for the IndyCar program and strategist for McLaughlin.
The firings stemmed from the discovery of illegal modifications to the rear attenuators on the cars of Josef newgarden and Will Power. Cindric stated the seams were sealed for aesthetic reasons, but the rulebook prohibits any alterations to the safety part.
This marked the second major technical infraction for Penske cars in just over a year, leading team owner Roger Penske to terminate the three executives.Penske also owns the IndyCar Series, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and the Indianapolis 500.
McLaughlin expressed sadness over the firings, acknowledging the meaningful contributions of the fired executives to his career. He affirmed his respect for Roger Penske’s decision.
Kanaan expressed surprise that Moyer was not bound by a noncompete agreement, enabling him to join McLaren promptly. He believes Moyer’s experiance will greatly benefit Siegel, who is in his first full IndyCar season.Siegel is currently ranked 21st heading into Sunday’s race at Road America in Wisconsin.
moyer will eventually relocate to Indianapolis from North Carolina to fulfill his responsibilities with McLaren.His new role as director of competition is a key role in the team’s strategy for the upcoming season.
What’s next
Moyer’s arrival at Arrow McLaren Racing is expected to bolster the team’s competitive edge as they prepare for upcoming IndyCar races. His strategic expertise and leadership skills are anticipated to contribute significantly to the team’s performance.