Updated 2027 IndyCar driver lineup, after second A.J. Foyt announcement

A.J. Foyt Enterprises confirmed Josh Pierson as Caio Collet's full-time replacement for the 2027 IndyCar season.

By Asher Fair · Beyond the Flag

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 2:00 PM

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A.J. Foyt Enterprises confirmed Josh Pierson will replace Caio Collet in the No. 4 Chevrolet for 2027.
Josh Pierson becomes the first confirmed rookie on the 2027 IndyCar grid after four years in Indy NXT.
The announcement leaves four unconfirmed seats remaining across the 25-car NTT IndyCar Series field.

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A.J. Foyt Enterprises confirmed that Josh Pierson will join the team as Caio Collet's full-time replacement behind the wheel of the No. 4 Chevrolet for the 2027 IndyCar season. Pierson, who spent 2023 to 2026 in Indy NXT, is the first confirmed rookie on the 2027 grid after securing approval under the series' new licensing requirements.

The signing marks the team's second offseason move following the addition of Dennis Hauger in the No. 14 Chevrolet. Across the 25-car field, only four seats remain unconfirmed heading into the 2027 season, with Dale Coyne Racing holding two vacancies and Juncos Hollinger Racing holding the other two.

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Updated 2027 IndyCar driver lineup, after second A.J. Foyt announcement

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