Andretti Global announced Sept. 3 that two-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion and 2018 Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge winner Will Power will join the team starting in 2026.

Australia native Power will drive the No. 26 Andretti Honda as Colton Herta moves to serve as a test driver for the Cadillac Formula 1 Team.

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“I just want to say how excited I am to be joining Andretti Global,” Power said. “I can’t thank Dan (Towriss), Jill (Gregory) and the team enough for this opportunity. Colton is someone that I’ve been massively impressed with for a while. He has a lot of natural ability, and I think he’s going to do a great job over in Europe. I’m excited to watch him and will work to step in and do everyone on the 26 team proud.

“I’m really looking forward to meeting all the Andretti team and getting to work in 2026. They have some very smart people, and I know it will be enjoyable to get to winning.”

Power brings more than 20 years of INDYCAR SERIES experience to his new team along with his series titles in 2014 and 2022. He holds the series record for poles with 71 and is fourth on the all-time INDYCAR SERIES win list with 45 in his illustrious career.

In over 300 starts, Power has led over 5,000 laps and sits in fourth on both the all-time INDYCAR SERIES podium (108) and top-five finishes (142) lists. He started his career with Team Australia and KV Racing Technology before joining Team Penske part time in 2009 and full time since 2010.

His departure from Team Penske was announced Sept. 2.

“First, I want to thank Colton Herta for all the great memories and success he brought to Andretti Global during his time with the team,” Andretti Global President Jill Gregory said. “We’re incredibly proud of him and wish him the best in his new F1 journey.

“We couldn’t think of a better driver than Will Power to fill Colton’s shoes here at Andretti and take the wheel of the No. 26 Honda. Will is a fierce competitor whose record speaks for itself. Additionally, he’s a great personality, and we feel he’ll be a strong fit for the team culturally, as well.”

Power, 44, will join confirmed teammates Kyle Kirkwood and Marcus Ericsson to complete the 2026 Andretti INDYCAR lineup.

“I’m also looking forward to driving for Honda,” Power said. “They’ve been a tough competitor, and I look forward to working with the entire HRC team. Also, I have tremendous respect for Kyle and Marcus. I’ve had some great battles racing against them, and I think we’re going to make a great combination as teammates.

“This is a whole new chapter for me. I have to say that sometimes a change of scenery and a fresh start is very energizing. I can’t wait.”