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Colton Herta issued firm instruction by Cadillac ahead of F2 switch
Cadillac CEO Dan Towriss has given Colton Herta clear instructions for his 2026 F2 season, aiming to secure an F1 superlicence.
Herta is transitioning from IndyCar to become Cadillac’s reserve driver in 2026, participating in F2 to gather the necessary points for the superlicence.
With 35 points going into 2026 and 40 needed for the licence, Herta’s move to F2 offers a more favorable points structure compared to IndyCar.
The top three in the F2 championship automatically earn the 40 points required for a superlicence.
Towriss believes Herta’s F2 apprenticeship will challenge the traditional “entitlement” route for American drivers heading to Europe.
Herta has shown promise and aspirations for Formula 1, with Towriss emphasizing the importance of track learning and tire knowledge for European open-wheel racing.
As Herta embarks on this new path, the focus will be on building a strong foundation and assessing his potential to excel in Formula 1.
