feederseries.net | November 11, 2017
Josh Pierson has become the latest Indy NXT driver to earn an IndyCar seat, having signed with AJ Foyt Racing for the 2027 season. Before his big move, Feeder Series sat down with Pierson to discuss his time in Indy NXT, the experience he gained in endurance racing and the deep-rooted family support guiding him to the top.
By Michael McClure
Few drivers can say they’ve competed in open-wheel cars since age 14, raced in the 24 Hours of Le Mans twice before turning 18 and signed to a race seat with an IndyCar team before turning 21.
Josh Pierson had been able to boast the first two accolades since June 2023. Now, he has become the only driver ever to achieve all three. AJ Foyt Racing announced on Tuesday that he would be driving the #4 car for the 2027 IndyCar season, becoming the first rookie announced for next season’s grid. As part of an all-new line-up at the team, Pierson will line up alongside 2026 IndyCar Rookie of the Year winner Dennis Hauger and replace Caio Collet, Pierson’s former Indy NXT teammate.