Nagy named new Trans Am technical director for TA2

The Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli has named Doug Nagy as its new technical director for the CUBE 3 Architecture TA2 Series following the departure of Ricky Brooks. With three decades of diverse experience in motorsports, Nagy’s new role combines leading the technical inspection process, managing the class’s rulebook, and serving as a liaison to TA2 teams, chassis manufacturers, vendors and suppliers.

Nagy comes to Trans Am as an FIA-licensed technical inspector, and currently serves as the technical director for the American Rally Association and the Chief of Tech for King of the Hammers. He is also a founding partner of Streetwise Motorsports, a specialty vehicle build and repair shop which services sports car and rally teams. His previous positions include working as the motorsports division director for Saleen, a team manager and strategist for Bell Motorsports and crew chief and strategist for Mosler Automotive.

Nagy has served as a crew chief and strategist in prestigious events like the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Rolex 24 At Daytona, 12 Hours of Sebring, 24 Hours of Moroso and the Baja 1000, earning overall wins and class wins in several events. Nagy is also an experienced competitor, driving in the Baja 1000, American Rally Association, NORRA 1000, California Rally Series and Atlantic Rally Championship.