Team Penske has unveiled a distinctive tribute livery for Joey Logano, set to compete during the March 6-8 doubleheader at Phoenix Raceway. This special IndyCar Phoenix Tribute Paint pays homage to the iconic red and yellow design driven by Scott McLaughlin and Alexandre Prémat, linked to their dramatic 2019 Bathurst 1000 victory at Mount Panorama.
The weekend marks a rare occasion as NASCAR and the NTT IndyCar Series share the track for the first time since IndyCar’s previous Phoenix event in 2018. Logano will run this classic livery, recalling the Bathurst 1000 win secured by McLaughlin’s team after a thrilling final-lap duel.
Historic Connection Between Phoenix Raceway and IndyCar Racing
Since 2018, when Josef Newgarden captured victory for Team Penske in the Desert Diamond West Valley Phoenix Grand Prix, IndyCar had not returned to this one-mile oval. The upcoming Good Ranchers 250 race on March 7 will reignite the circuit’s IndyCar activity, complementing NASCAR’s spring weekend events and forming the notable Desert Double weekend.
Fan Excitement Over Logano’s Retro Paint Scheme
Joey Logano stands as one of the most victorious drivers on Phoenix’s one-mile oval, boasting four wins in 2016, 2020, 2022, and 2024, which leads all active drivers. Yet, this weekend his throwback livery has sparked significant enthusiasm among fans.
After Team Penske released a clip featuring the No. 22 car’s 2019 Bathurst 1000-winning colors on social media platform X, supporters reacted enthusiastically.
“Bringing a classic back. [Joey Logano] will be running the 2019 Bathurst 1000-winning livery for Phoenix this weekend.”
“This needs to be the primary paint scheme,”
one fan wrote.
“This is so fire let’s go. 963 next pls,”
another remarked.
“Should be his scheme every week,”
a third fan commented.
Competitive Context Ahead of Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series Race
The NASCAR Cup Series race at Phoenix Raceway is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 8. Tyler Reddick enters the weekend riding a hot streak, having won the first three races of the 2026 season, but he will face tough competition from defending champion Christopher Bell and Team Penske’s Joey Logano.
Though Logano returned to Phoenix last spring as the reigning Cup Series champion, a pass-through penalty stemming from a yellow-line violation contributed to his 13th-place finish. This weekend’s event offers him a chance to reinforce his dominance at Phoenix and validate his bold tribute livery choice.
Significance of the Tribute and Looking Forward
Joey Logano’s decision to honor Scott McLaughlin’s Bathurst 1000 victory through this standout paint scheme resonates deeply within motorsport circles, connecting NASCAR fans with historic IndyCar and international racing moments. Beyond the visual appeal, this tribute serves as a reminder of Team Penske’s broad influence across racing disciplines and their commitment to celebrating legacy amid fresh competition.
As the Good Ranchers 250 and NASCAR Cup Series races unfold during this doubleheader weekend, viewers can expect heightened excitement, strategic battles, and a renewed spotlight on Phoenix Raceway’s role within both NASCAR and IndyCar calendars.
Bringing a classic back.@joeylogano will be running the 2019 Bathurst 1000-winning livery for Phoenix this weekend. #Penske60 pic.twitter.com/4xQJhNkGR3
— Team Penske (@Team_Penske) March 3, 2026
https://twitter.com/WillWeaverRVA/status/2028870839072965041
This is so fire let’s go. 963 next pls
— grant rourke (@__grantrourke) March 3, 2026
Should be his scheme every week
— S29MAN (@Freaky4Fast) March 3, 2026
