Indy 500 Three Cars Penalized for Post-Race Inspection Failures

Following the 2025 Indianapolis 500, three teams faced significant penalties after their cars failed post-race technical inspections. Andretti Global's Marcus Ericsson and Kyle Kirkwood were penalized for unauthorized modifications to their Energy Management System covers, which enhanced aerodynamic efficiency, while Prema Racing's Callum Ilott's car failed minimum front wing endplate height specifications. As a result, Ericsson, Kirkwood, and Ilott were relegated from their original finishing positions (2nd, 6th, and 12th) to the last three places, fined $100,000 each, and had their team managers suspended for the upcoming Detroit Grand Prix. These penalties altered the official race standings, moving David Malukas to second and Pato O'Ward to third place. The enforcement highlights IndyCar's strict adherence to technical regulations and has affected championship points and prize money. Teams retain the right to appeal according to IndyCar rules.