Dreyer & Reinbold Racing announced that Ana Beatriz will join back the team to compete in the full 2011 IZOD IndyCar Series season.Team co-owner Dennis Reinbold commented:
"The No. 24 car has special meaning to Dreyer & Reinbold Racing and we are elated to partner with Bia and Ipiranga full-time in 2011. Bia is a true professional in and out of the car; we couldn't think of a more appropriate fit to our organization and all of our partners.
Ana Beatriz's No24 car will be sponsored by Ipiranga which is the biggest private petroleum and derivates distributor in Brazil, including 5,600 Ipiranga-branded gas stations. Also, there are more than 1,000 AMPM stores and more than 680 Jet Oil and Jet Oil Motorcycles that specialize in services for cars and motorcycles, with owned franchises installed at the gas stations.
Beatriz joined D&RR on a limited basis in 2010, making her IZOD IndyCar debut on the streets of Sao Paulo, Brazil, with a 13th-place finish. She has also competed in Firestone Indy Lights in 2008 and 2009, achieving two victories.
Beatriz who will veteran driver Justin Wilson commented:
"I'm definitely thrilled to have my deal done with Dreyer & Reinbold Racing and Ipiranga. It's a dream come true that this has all come together. Last year was important for me to run four races to get adjusted and for this year I feel more prepared than ever. It's great to be back at D&RR; they know me already and what it takes to make me grow as a driver."
Team co-owner and former IndyCar Series driver Robbie Buhl commented as well:
"I think this is the best focus we've had in years. We've put ourselves in another great position to have two very competitive entries and we couldn't be happier. Bia is an exceptional driver and we are thrilled to have her on board with us. It's also great to have Ipiranga join us and we look forward to building our partnership with them."
