Josef Newgarden’s media prowess and charisma was again in full display on Thursday during a series promotional efforts for June’s Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear.
Specifically, Newgarden was in town for Detroit Grand Prix night at that night’s Pistons-Hornets NBA game.
The day began with Newgarden visiting a handful of Detroit news media outlets, where his most notable venture involved duking it out with Pistons mascot Hooper.
Here comes the pain @PistonsHooper! @josefnewgarden is ready for the battle on @tv20detroit & @wxyzdetroit! pic.twitter.com/8CLs8lZusW
— Detroit Grand Prix (@detroitgp) February 23, 2017
The day continued with Newgarden exploring more of the city, and getting in touch with its rock ‘n roll history.
We think @josefnewgarden is feelin' the Motown sound on Belle Isle as he looks ahead to #DetroitGP in June! pic.twitter.com/qJkHbhs8KT
— Team Penske (@Team_Penske) February 23, 2017
That, Newgarden ventured to The Palace of Auburn Hills to the big promotional event of day, Detroit Grand Prix night. There, Newgarden was greeted with his own Detroit Pistons jersey and even tried a couple of half-court shots at halftime. However, he did not make any, making it less likely he’ll pursue a basketball career when he decides to hang up his helmet.
For an additional recap Detroit Grand Prix night, visit The Chevrolet’s Detroit Grand Prix twitter @detroitgp.
