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IndyCar’s 2027 driver licensing overhaul is rewriting the rules to make the path to the top clearer, fairer, and more objective—especially for Indy NXT grads and international stars. New benchmarks mean 12 starts and strong results earn “Competitively Qualified” status for road/street courses, while two wins in two years or a championship seal the deal. A single win gets you “Evaluation Eligible” for a test, where pace, consistency, and communication are judged—but passing doesn’t guarantee a license. International drivers from F1, FE, or NASCAR Cup get fast-tracked with resume reviews or tests. Oval racing rules stay unchanged, including the Indy 500 rookie test. This system aims to boost transparency, expand opportunity, and build a stronger, more competitive driver pipeline for the future.

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