Formula 2: Colton Herta became an Hitech driver

Formula 2: Colton Herta became an Hitech driver

      British team Hitech has confirmed that Colton Herta will compete for them in Formula 2 in the 2026 season.

      The 25-year-old Californian is a thoroughly experienced professional, with seven full seasons in IndyCar behind him, where he has stood on the podium 19 times, claimed 16 poles and taken 9 wins. In 2024 he finished as the series runner-up.

      In his youth Colton also raced in Europe, notably finishing second in the Spanish Formula 3 championship in 2016. He also remains the youngest driver ever to win in IndyCar, but is now starting a new chapter in his career, becoming a test driver for the new Cadillac F1 team. Herta is moving to Formula 2 in part to earn the FIA superlicence required to race in F1.

      Colton Herta: "I'm incredibly excited to join Hitech and to compete in Formula 2 for them in the 2026 season. There are big changes happening in my career, and I'm ready to take on this challenge.

      The time I spent in IndyCar is dear to my heart, and I'm proud of what I've achieved, but I can't pass up the opportunity to race in Formula 2 and compete against some of the best young drivers in the world, especially since the series' rounds are run alongside the Formula 1 calendar.

      I've always tried to work in a way that keeps the door to F1 open, and this move is part of the plan to realize that dream. I understand it won't be easy — I'll have to learn the car, get to grips with the tyre characteristics and get to know the tracks — but I'm determined.

      I'm fully focused and motivated; my goal is to fight at the front, continue developing professionally and give myself the best possible chances for a future move to Formula 1.

      Hitech has an excellent reputation and a history of success, so I'm confident I'll be in the right environment to grow and deliver strong results."

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Formula 2: Colton Herta became an Hitech driver

British team Hitech confirmed that Colton Herta will race for them in Formula 2 in the 2026 season.