Sonsio Extends Partnership with Team Penske
July 10, 2024
MOORESVILLE, NC. (July 10, 2024) - Team Penske and Sonsio Vehicle Protection announced today an extension to their partnership that began with the 2021 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season, keeping the industry-leading provider of programs that cover tire road hazard protection, appearance, parts & labor warranties, mechanical advisory, and other critical consumer services in the primary partner lineup of the No. 3 Team Penske Chevrolet driven by five-time race winner, Scott McLaughlin.
Under the new agreement, the striking ruby red Sonsio livery will again adorn the No. 3 Chevrolet for select races beginning in 2025.
“Sonsio has been all-in with us from the beginning,” said Team Penske President Tim Cindric. “Our relationship continues to grow on and off the racetrack. They have been such a natural fit for our team as we are so aligned in our approach. We are really proud to continue representing the Sonsio brand in the NTT IINDYCAR SERIES and look forward to continuing to celebrate our successes together.”
The partnership between Sonsio and Team Penske began with the 2021 NTT INDYCAR SERIES race at World Wide Technology Raceway where Josef Newgarden drove them to Victory Lane in the No. 2 Sonsio Chevrolet. Since transitioning to the No. 3 Chevrolet, McLaughlin has kept Sonsio at the front of the INDYCAR SERIES field, never finishing outside the top 10 in five races since the start of the 2022 season including a third-place finish at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course on Sunday, July 7.
“Sonsio is a brand that I love supporting because they really activate the program and their excitement is something very palpable,” said five-time INDYCAR SERIES winner Scott McLaughlin. “Whether meeting customers at the racetrack or visiting conventions and trade shows to talk about our relationship, you can see the pride they take in the partnership. From the top down, the company is filled with amazing people that I am proud to represent.”
This new extension to continue as a strong member of the Team Penske partner lineup is further evidence of the value Sonsio sees in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES. The company also partners with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway as title sponsor of the Sonsio Grand Prix that kicks off the month of May at the historic track, along with status as an official partner of the Racing Capital of the World.
“Sonsio Vehicle Protection is committed to ensuring that drivers recognize the dependability of the products we offer through our extensive network of dealers,” said David Jones, CEO of Sonsio Vehicle Protection. “Our association with Team Penske has been invaluable in expanding our industry relationships and further strengthening awareness and confidence in our brand. We are extremely proud to announce this extension of our partnership.”
The NTT INDYCAR SERIES has eight races remaining on the 2024 schedule. The next two events will occur at the Iowa Speedway doubleheader weekend on July 13-14.
ABOUT SONSIO VEHICLE PROTECTION
Sonsio Vehicle Protection offers a comprehensive lineup of industry-leading programs covering: Tire and/or Wheel Road Hazard Protection, Vehicle Appearance, Parts & Labor Warranties, Mechanical Advisory, and other critical consumer services. These benefits provide vehicle owners with affordable and valuable coverages to keep their vehicles on the road safely, and also maximize the resale value by keeping the appearance of their vehicles like-new. Sonsio Vehicle Protection is committed to innovation and excellent customer service. Since our inception in 1984, Sonsio has been a leader in the automotive industry — serving more than 82,000 dealerships, F&I service providers, manufacturers, insurance companies, parts suppliers, retail chains, and many independent retailers across all 50 states, Canada, and Puerto Rico. For more information, please visit www.sonsio.com.