Juan Pablo Montoya says he's been thinking about making the switch from F1 to NASCAR for quite some time, when the news was made official on Sunday afternoon. The Colombian will take up NASCAR duties with Chip Ganassi's team as of next year.
"I am so happy to be entering the fastest growing racing league in the world," said Montoya. "I've thought about this for quite some time but the opportunity had to be right. I've known and worked with Chip for a number of years and this situation could not be better for me. I have a lot of confidence in my ability as a race car driver and in Chip and Felix as owners. I know the transition will not be easy but I can't wait to get behind the wheel."
Montoya will pilot the No. 42 Texaco/Havoline Dodge Charger while running for the NASCAR Nextel Cup Rookie of the Year title along with an assortment of NASCAR Busch Series races.
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