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Prema determined ‘not to be just a number’ on IndyCar switch
This week, the most successful junior single-seater team in Europe announced its expansion into the US open-wheel scene for next year, entering a two-car team with Chevrolet engines based in Indiana. Piers Phillips, former Schmidt Peterson Motorsports and Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing member, will lead the IndyCar operation. Prema Racing’s move into IndyCar has been in talks for over two years and its rookie season is seen as a learning opportunity on the diverse IndyCar calendar. The team aims to be a protagonist in IndyCar and plans to blend talents from both Europe and the US while building a competitive foundation from the start. Prema Racing is working on finalizing details for its US base and plans to announce its driver lineup soon, possibly including a mix of experienced drivers and rookies to maximize its potential.
