Overview
- Implementation is planned for the 2026 season, which opens March 1 in St. Petersburg, Florida.
- INDYCAR Officiating Inc., a not-for-profit entity, will oversee officiating for both IndyCar and Indy NXT.
- Ray Evernham and Raj Nair were selected by team owners, with Ronan Morgan appointed by the FIA to complete the board.
- The board will appoint a managing director in early 2026 to run race control, technical inspection, and rule enforcement, reporting only to the board.
- The FIA’s role is limited to naming one board member, and Racer reports Penske Entertainment will fund board salaries, raising questions about perceived independence.