Juncos Hollinger Racing is set to compete in the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES powered by Chevrolet, signaling a renewed partnership that brings a mix of experience and optimism to the upcoming season. Returning to Chevrolet’s engine program after a period with Honda, the team aims to leverage its history and expertise to make a significant impact on the series.
Background of Chevrolet’s Presence with Juncos Hollinger Racing
The team has been affiliated with Chevrolet intermittently since 2017, including recent consecutive years from 2021 through 2026. While enduring a challenging competitive record with only one podium finish since 2012—a milestone achieved by Conor Daly at the Milwaukee Mile in 2024—Juncos Hollinger Racing has built a foundation of steady progress. Notably, a dozen drivers have made starts with Chevrolet power for the team, with Callum Ilott leading with 36 such starts.
Juncos Hollinger Racing has also carried a strong development pedigree, with drivers like Rinus VeeKay and Sting Ray Robb winning USF Pro 2000 championships while climbing the INDYCAR ladder with the team. This progression underscores the team’s commitment to nurturing talent through the Road to Indy program and into the top-level series.
Leadership Strengthened by Formula 1 Veterans
Key figures with Formula 1 backgrounds are driving Juncos Hollinger Racing’s operations. Team Principal Dave O’Neill, who stepped into his leadership role just before the 2024 season, has previously worked with Jordan, Marussia, and Haas F1 teams as a team manager. Meanwhile, Technical Director David Brown joined the team in 2025 bringing over two decades of Formula 1 experience with prestigious organizations such as Williams, McLaren, and Jordan. After transitioning to American motorsports and serving in Champ Car and sports car series, Brown has returned to open-wheel racing to guide the technical program.
Driver Profile: Rinus VeeKay’s Return to Juncos Hollinger
Twenty-five-year-old Rinus VeeKay, born November 11, 2000, in Hoofddorp, Netherlands, is making a welcome return to Juncos Hollinger Racing for the 2026 season. VeeKay has previously raced for the team in developmental series, winning the USF Pro Championship in 2018 with an impressive seven wins and ten podiums. He also finished second in the 2019 INDY NXT by Firestone season, accumulating six wins and 14 podiums. VeeKay’s best NTT INDYCAR SERIES championship finishes were 12th place in both 2021 and 2022, consistently competing at a high level over seven seasons.
VeeKay’s partnership with the team is supported by experienced crew members, including engineer Townsend Lucas, who also progressed through Juncos Hollinger Racing’s ladder system. Team Principal Dave O’Neill will act as VeeKay’s strategist, while Adam Farrer serves as crew chief.
“Yes, there’s definitely a few faces that I recognize from that time. Not too many, though. There’s been a lot of changes. But no, it’s been really good within the team so far. I’ve been in the shop a few times a week doing pit stops with the guys and just talking about life, which is a great way to get to know everybody. Yeah, I feel like I’ve got a good connection with my crew already, and within the engineering office, as well. I feel like we are ready for our first days on track. I already feel like I’ve been at this team for a while.” – Rinus VeeKay, Driver
“Yeah, it still felt like an INDYCAR. It wasn’t completely different. It is nice to be back, though. I’ve spent so much time with Chevy power in the past that it’s just nice to be back, nice to use all the namings for all the tools that are in my head instead of just getting confused every time. That’s very nice. Of course, I’ll find the biggest change of going back to Chevy when we go out on track.” – Rinus VeeKay, Driver
Driver Spotlight: Sting Ray Robb’s Continued Growth with the Team
At 24 years old, Sting Ray Robb from Payette, Idaho, will head into his fourth NTT INDYCAR SERIES season in 2026, still with Juncos Hollinger Racing. Robb previously earned seven wins and 17 podiums while competing in the USF Pro 2000 and INDY NXT by Firestone championships with the team, including the 2020 USF Pro 2000 title.
In the 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES, Robb finished 25th in the championship but demonstrated notable progress by improving his position in 14 of 17 races and gaining 45 positions overall, ranking fourth highest in the series. The 2026 campaign marks his first consecutive year remaining with the same team, offering hope for further advancement.
Robb’s program will be guided technically by David Brown, the team’s Technical Director, while team owner Ricardo Juncos calls race strategy. Off the track, Robb and his wife, Molly, are establishing roots in Indianapolis, renovating a house and raising a small flock of backyard chickens.
“There hasn’t been a lot of turnover, thankfully. Mechanics-wise we have a solid group. I think we were one of the most reliable teams in the series last year, so that was really good to see. But our engineering staff has been what it was as last year, pretty much. I will, I think, be working with someone new, same person on the team but someone new to me on my car, which is fun. But yeah, the staff, they’re working well together, I think. The continuity from last year — I think to be fair, there was a few guys that were lost at the beginning of last season, went to other teams, and there was a bit of recovery to be done because of that. I think having the same group held together year to year is going to be a huge advantage.” – Sting Ray Robb, Driver
“Yeah, qualifying is hugely important. You see issues with cars all the time where they can come from the back of the field. My race at Long Beach, I think we started 17th or 18th at that event and finished where we did. It’s not impossible by any means. But I did have my best qualifying results of the year last year. It’s just the consistency wasn’t there. I think just building that consistency in is probably our biggest focus this year. Still have those key performances that move us forward, but if we can build in that consistency and shrink that window of performance down, so to speak, I think that’s the key part of what we need to be able to do.” – Sting Ray Robb, Driver
“Home remodeling has been fun. It’s nice being a homeowner. Molly and I, we’ve been settling in as much as we can in Indy. Obviously, she’s a local, so that’s been nice. We’ve got some chickens at home that we’ve been taking care of, so learning how to take care of chickens, having our own little farmstead going on here in Indianapolis has been good. Working on little things here and there. The racing season is coming up close so, Molly has a honey to-do list for me just about every day when I get home, which is nice. I’ve got things to do.” – Sting Ray Robb, Driver
“Getting them not to peck each other. You never heard of the pecking order? I didn’t realize this was a thing. I thought it was just like a fun phrase. It’s a real thing.” – Sting Ray Robb, Driver
Team Dynamics and Outlook for 2026
The 2026 season represents a pivotal moment for Juncos Hollinger Racing as it reunites with Chevrolet power and relies on an experienced foundation built through close collaboration between leadership and drivers. With a stable core group of mechanics and engineers complemented by some new faces, the team looks to increase consistency and capitalize on past development successes.
For VeeKay and Robb, this season offers the chance to apply their growing experience and secure stronger results. VeeKay’s familiarity with the team and Chevrolet should ease the transition, while Robb’s continuity with the team is expected to help build toward more competitive finishes. Chevrolet’s commitment to the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and dedication to advancing its drivers reinforce the strategic importance of this partnership.
Looking ahead, Juncos Hollinger Racing’s approach in 2026 may not only improve their standings but also enhance Chevrolet’s presence in the IndyCar landscape. Given the combination of racing heritage, technical expertise from former F1 engineers, and the development of promising drivers, the team strives to evolve into a consistent frontrunner in the series.
