INDIANAPOLIS — Andretti United Extreme E has signed a contract extension with its current team drivers Catie Munnings and Timmy Hansen for the 2022 Extreme E season.
Britain’s Munnings (23) and Sweden’s Hansen (29) will continue to race with the Anglo-American team for season two of Extreme E following a successful debut season with Andretti United.
At Extreme E’s season opener in Saudi Arabia in April, Andretti United Extreme E finished runner-up following an incredible performance from its drivers. This included a heroic effort from Catie in qualifying when the 23-year-old Briton was forced to drive on three wheels following a puncture.
Catie Munnings, Andretti United Extreme E driver:
“I’ve loved everything about our Extreme E journey with Andretti United Extreme E so far and I couldn’t ask for a better teammate than Timmy,” said Munnings. “I’m also delighted to continue racing with Andretti Autosport and United Autosports, two huge names in motorsport, and a team of people I can learn so much from. Extreme E is a series that really can make a difference – it’s more than just racing; we’re helping to highlight climate issues which are affecting everyone’s day-to-day lives.”
“Catie and I have worked really well together this season, she has a similar work ethic to me which is really important when it comes to sharing a car together,” said Hansen. “Andretti Autosport and United Autosports are legendary names in the industry too so to sign another contract with such a prestigious team is an honor. The timing of Extreme E is perfect and what I’ve learned this year is that we don’t have to turn our lives upside down to help the environment. We all have a responsibility to make a difference and I’m grateful to be part of a series which highlights this.”
Team owner Michael Andretti is happy with the team’s progress.
“We’ve been very pleased with both Catie and Tommy in the inaugural season of Extreme E and are happy to welcome them back for season two,” he said. “Both have shown to be not only competitive, but also great ambassadors for Andretti United, the sport and its climate change message. The continuity of two returning drivers will allow us to maximize on what we’ve learned this season and continue to build upon our experiences and successes thus far.”