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IndyCar evaluating pitlanes as Prema addition expands car count for 2025
Prema Racing announced their intention to field two entries in the 2025 North America’s premier open-wheel championship, joining other full-time teams like Juncos Hollinger Racing, Meyer Shank Racing, and McLaren Racing. IndyCar President Jay Frye highlighted the growth as part of a five-year plan initiated in 2017 when the series had 18 full-time entries, now expanding to 29 with Prema’s addition for next season, raising concerns about competition for pitlane space at tracks like Mid-Ohio and Toronto. Despite the challenges, more teams like Abel Motorsports are looking to step up to IndyCar, with ongoing conversations with multiple interested parties about potential entry. The issue of capping the number of cars allowed to compete or finding alternative solutions for field sizes exceeding 30 entries remains unsettled, with Frye mentioning a hybrid approach and commitment to addressing the situation when necessary. The interest and growth in IndyCar indicate a positive trajectory for the series, with plans in place to handle the increasing participation effectively.
