The Wood Brothers Racing 75th anniversary celebration takes a creative turn this weekend as 10-year-old Tyler Downey of Craigsville, Virginia sees his artwork featured on the No. 21 PPG team’s pit wall banner at the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The young artist’s vibrant design, selected by driver Josh Berry, honors the team’s storied history and Berry’s own milestone win earlier this year.
PPG and Wood Brothers Racing Honor Young Talent
Wood Brothers Racing joined forces with PPG to launch the 2025 Kids Color PPG program, inviting children from across the racing fan community to submit their original artwork for a chance to be featured trackside. The panel of entries, representing the passion of race fans of all ages, was reviewed by Josh Berry, driver of the No. 21 PPG Ford Mustang Dark Horse, who ultimately chose Tyler Downey’s energetic and meaningful composition for this year’s race banner.
“We saw a lot of creative entries, and it was really cool to go through all the designs,”
said Josh Berry, sharing his enthusiasm for the artistic submissions he reviewed. Berry added,
“Tyler’s stood out in a fun and meaningful way, especially with how it tied in some big moments for our team. It’s going to be awesome to see it featured on pit road this weekend.”
—Josh Berry, Driver
A Unique Tribute to a Landmark Season
Tyler’s artwork is more than just colorful expression: it highlights the 75th anniversary of Wood Brothers Racing and celebrates Josh Berry’s first career NASCAR Cup Series victory, which marked the 101st win in the team’s long history. The blend of bold hues and thoughtful nods to the team’s past creates a striking tribute to both the legacy of Wood Brothers Racing and the creative vision of the PPG brand.
This year marks the fourth annual Kids Color PPG campaign and the first time the initiative has paired with Wood Brothers Racing. In previous years, the program allowed children to contribute to the designs of helmets, firesuits, and pit banners for PPG-sponsored driver Josef Newgarden. This new collaboration heightens the excitement around the Brickyard 400, with PPG acting as both primary team partner and title sponsor of one of motorsports’ most renowned events.
Partnerships Foster Creativity and Inspire the Next Generation
The selection of Tyler Downey’s design highlights not only the Wood Brothers Racing 75th anniversary celebration, but the enduring relationships between key figures in the racing world. PPG, a global leader in paints and coatings, has worked closely with Team Penske for years and embraced the chance to spotlight Wood Brothers Racing and its legacy in the sport alongside emerging talent.
“We value our partnership with Team Penske and were especially excited to work with Wood Brothers Racing this year on the Kids Color PPG program,”
said Trish Allen, strategic relationships manager at PPG.
“It’s a meaningful way to celebrate creativity and engage the next generation of race fans. We’re looking forward to seeing this year’s winning design come to life at one of the most iconic venues in motorsports.”
—Trish Allen, Strategic Relationships Manager, PPG
With Sunday’s 160-lap, 400-mile event set to begin at 2 p.m. ET with television coverage on TNT, race fans and attendees at Indianapolis Motor Speedway have a unique opportunity to see the vibrant banner showcasing the spirit of both young artistry and time-honored motorsports tradition.
Wood Brothers Racing: Honoring History and Embracing the Future
Celebrating their milestone 75th season, Wood Brothers Racing remains a cornerstone of NASCAR’s past and future. Founded in 1950 by Glenn Wood in Stuart, Virginia, the team has earned 101 NASCAR Cup Series victories and 120 poles, partnering exclusively with Ford Motor Company throughout its history. Leonard Wood’s innovation around modern pit stops left a lasting mark on competitive racing, while the organization continues to adapt in NASCAR’s premier series under the leadership of drivers like Josh Berry.
PPG’s ongoing innovation and commitment to creative expression, demonstrated by initiatives like the Kids Color PPG program and partnerships with iconic teams, connect communities across generations, fostering a vibrant enthusiasm for racing and teamwork. By placing young fans like Tyler Downey at the center of milestone celebrations, Wood Brothers Racing and PPG ensure that the sport’s legacy stays bright and inclusive.
The presence of leaders such as Josh Berry, Hall of Famer Glenn Wood, and stalwart partners including Team Penske, Ford Motor Company, and PPG further cements this year’s Brickyard 400 as a tribute to both heritage and the future. As the green flag waves, the Wood Brothers Racing 75th anniversary celebration and the burst of youthful imagination on pit road will serve as a vivid reminder of NASCAR’s capacity to inspire and unite fans both young and old in Indianapolis and beyond.
