Hitech sign IndyCar race winner Colton Herta for ’26 F2 campaign
F2 Driver Announcement
Hitech is delighted to announce the signing of Colton Herta for its 2026 FIA Formula 2 Championship campaign, as the nine-time race-winning IndyCar driver makes a high-profile transition to the FIA’s ‘Road to F1’ pathway.
The 25-year-old American joins Hitech following a standout career in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES where he has established himself as one of North America’s most exciting racing talents. Since making his IndyCar debut in 2019, Herta has amassed nine wins, 16 poles, and numerous podium finishes, becoming the youngest-ever winner and polesitter in the series’ history.
Now, as a Cadillac Formula 1 Team Test Driver, Herta takes the next step in his career by committing to a full season of FIA Formula 2 – the final rung of the single-seater ladder before Formula 1.
Though new to the Formula 2 grid, Herta is far from a stranger to the international motorsport stage. His racing résumé includes standout performances on some of the world’s most iconic circuits, from Long Beach to Laguna Seca, and he has consistently demonstrated the proven speed and race craft of an elite-level talent.
Having previously competed in Europe during his junior career – including campaigns in British F4 and Euroformula Open – Herta’s return to the continent reflects his renewed focus on reaching F1. The move to F2 offers competitive mileage in a Formula 1 support series but also exposure to Pirelli tyres, DRS-enabled machinery, and a race weekend structure that closely mirrors that of Grand Prix racing and with rounds held at selected events on the F1 calendar.
Colton Herta:
“I’m incredibly excited to be joining Hitech for the 2026 FIA Formula 2 season. This is a big shift in my career, and I’m ready for the challenge. I’ve loved my time in IndyCar and I’m proud of everything I achieved, but the opportunity to race in F2 – to compete on the Formula 1 calendar, against some of the best young drivers in the world – was one I couldn’t pass up.”
“I’ve always worked to keep the door to F1 open, and this move is part of that ultimate ambition. I know it won’t be easy – learning the car, the tyres, the tracks – but I’m approaching this with determination, focus, and a lot of motivation. My goal is to compete at the front, continue developing as a driver, and put myself in the best possible position for a future in Formula 1.”
“Hitech has an excellent reputation and a proven track record, and I’m confident it’s the right environment for me to develop and perform. I want to thank them for believing in me and providing the platform to make this step.”
Clive Hatton, Hitech’s FIA Formula 2 Team Manager:
“We’re delighted to welcome Colton to the team for the 2026 Formula 2 season. He already brings a level of experience, professionalism, and talent that we’re typically used to nurturing in drivers as they progress through the junior categories.”
“This is an exciting step for Colton, but also a challenging one. He’s stepping into a new racing environment that has very different formats, with high expectations, and a clear goal of progressing to F1. But his determination and commitment are impressive and we’re delighted to help maximise his potential during the 2026 season.”
