Andretti Global and Prema Racing Hit with Suspensions and $100K Fine After Indy 500 Tech Violation

The aftermath of the 109th Indianapolis 500 has brought sweeping changes to the official results after three finishing drivers were disqualified for technical infractions. IndyCar officials revealed on Monday that Kyle Kirkwood’s No. 27 car and Marcus Ericsson’s No. 28 car, both fielded by Andretti Global, along with Callum Ilott’s No. 90 Prema Racing entry, failed post-race technical inspections.

Each of the teams received a $100,000 fine, and their competition managers are suspended for one race, which takes effect at the upcoming Detroit Grand Prix.

Detailed inspection identified modifications on the No. 27 and No. 28 Andretti Global cars, including unauthorized spacers and parts in the Dallara-supplied Energy Management System (EMS) covers, which must adhere to IndyCar’s technical specifications, and cover-to-A-arm mounting points. IndyCar explained these changes were not approved by the series and could allow for additional aerodynamic efficiency.

In contrast, the Prema Racing No. 90 was cited for failing to meet minimum endplate height on its front wing, with the left endplate documented as being out of position. Rules stipulate that all endplates and wing components must remain strictly in their designated locations as defined by the FIA technical regulations.

The penalties had a severe impact on the race result. Marcus Ericsson originally finished second but was dropped to 31st. Kirkwood, who crossed the line in sixth, now finds himself 32nd, while Callum Ilott’s 13th-place finish has been converted to last, at 33rd position. This reordering dramatically shifts the narrative of the 2025 Indianapolis 500 and affects team and driver standings across the series.

Under IndyCar’s official regulations, disqualified cars are placed at the back of the official standings regardless of on-track performance. Teams and competition managers given a one-race suspension must miss the very next event.

In this case, Andretti Global and Prema Racing will serve their penalties during the following weekend’s Detroit race, affecting both their points outlook and operational continuity.

As of Monday evening, neither Andretti Global nor Prema Racing had provided public statements in response to the news. The series has also not indicated any further appeals from the penalized teams.

IndyCar has outlined that all technical decisions are final barring new evidence or procedural errors during inspection.

The rule violations come after an already unpredictable Indianapolis 500, which was slowed by incidents and rain but still provided close battles at the front. The shock disqualifications have put renewed focus on post-race scrutineering, emphasizing the importance of adherence to technical regulations in major motorsport events.

The adjustments to the results may also shake up championship strategies moving forward, with affected teams now facing an uphill battle.