PREMA enters the 2025 IndyCar season as the first new full-time team since 2018, bringing its renowned European junior open-wheel racing expertise to America's premier open-wheel series.

The team fields two Chevrolet-powered entries:

• No. 83: Robert Shwartzman (rookie)
• No. 90: Callum Ilott (formerly with Arrow McLaren)

Key Leadership:

• Team Owners: Deborah Mayer, Rene Rosin
• Team CEO: Piers Phillips
• Technical Director: Guillaume Capietto
• Sporting Advisor: Ryan Briscoe

Notable Aspects:

• Only non-charter team allowed full-season participation
• Not eligible for Leaders Circle prize money
• Blends European expertise with IndyCar veterans
• Former F1 driver Romain Grosjean serves as reserve driver

2025 Outlook:

• Expected strong performance on road courses
• Learning curve anticipated for oval racing, especially Indianapolis 500
• Ryan Briscoe's oval expertise will provide valuable guidance
• Potential to outperform established teams despite rookie status

Driver Focus:

• Shwartzman: Highly-rated F2 graduate making open-wheel racing return
• Ilott: Experienced leader bringing track knowledge and oval racing prowess

Team Goals: According to Team Manager Angelina Ertsou: "Our main goal this year would be defined in one word: improvement. We want to start wherever we start, and we want to keep improving throughout the season."

The team's balanced approach of European racing excellence and IndyCar experience positions PREMA for a strong debut season, particularly on road courses where their expertise lies.

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