Andretti Global revealed on February 23 that JM Bullion, a leading provider of precious metals, will be the primary sponsor for the No. 27 Honda driven by Kyle Kirkwood in the upcoming NTT INDYCAR SERIES. This partnership aims to enhance Kirkwood’s presence and performance during the 2026 season through several key races and events.
Season Opening and Key Race Appearances
The JM Bullion / Gold.com Honda will make its first appearance at the season opener, the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, scheduled for Sunday, March 1. Broadcast across FOX platforms and the INDYCAR Radio Network, the No. 27 car will also compete with JM Bullion sponsorship at Phoenix Raceway, Arlington’s street circuit, and Long Beach. Additionally, Gold.com, JM Bullion’s parent company listed on NYSE as GOLD, will feature as an associate partner throughout the entire 2026 INDYCAR season.
Kyle Kirkwood on the Renewed Sponsorship Collaboration
JM Bullion has been a fantastic partner of ours, so it’s great to have them back and to welcome Gold.com to the No. 27 crew to start the season,
Kirkwood said.
We start the season with three street courses and an oval. Street courses have been strong tracks for us, so it gives our group a great opportunity to build momentum and go after strong results together. I’m excited to kick things off in St. Pete.
Background of the JM Bullion and Andretti Global Partnership
JM Bullion’s initial entry into motorsports occurred in 2024 when it partnered with Andretti Global for the Indianapolis 500, sponsoring Marco Andretti’s No. 98 entry. The relationship strengthened through 2025 as Kyle Kirkwood sported JM Bullion branding during events at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and Portland International Raceway. Over two seasons, the collaboration expanded to include exclusive Andretti-themed silver bullion products, an initiative that will continue into 2026.
Statements from JM Bullion Leadership on the Expanded Role
JM Bullion is proud to expand our partnership with Andretti Global and Kyle Kirkwood for the opening races of the 2026 season, especially with the inaugural stop in Arlington, right in our backyard,
said Rob Pacelli, CEO, JM Bullion.
Since joining the program at the 2024 Indianapolis 500, our alignment with Andretti and TWG Motorsports has continued to strengthen. With the addition of Gold.com to this year’s program, we look forward to building even greater engagement with INDYCAR fans nationwide.
Significance and Future Prospects of the Sponsorship
The continued partnership between JM Bullion and Andretti Global highlights a strategic effort to cement the precious metals company’s presence in high-profile motorsports events. For Kyle Kirkwood, this backing comes at a pivotal time as he looks to build momentum early in the season on primarily street circuits and an oval, which have proven to be strong tracks for his team. The inclusion of Gold.com as an associate partner signals further investment and fan engagement opportunities throughout 2026. The collaboration’s growth reflects a broader trend of cross-industry sponsorships enhancing both brand visibility and competitive performance in INDYCAR racing.
