IndyCar sets new driver licensing criteria for 2027

Motorsport photoIndyCar has notified teams of an updated driver qualification and licensing process, offering team owners, managers, and prospective drivers an objective pathway to compete in the IndyCar Series starting in 2027 and beyond.The framework defines advancement standards from Indy NXT by Firestone while establishing formal criteria for international competitors. Here's how the changes break down for next year.Indy NXT advancement pathwayStart actionStart actionTo establish object