The Official Sponsorship of PREMA Racing and Robert Shwartzman for the 2025 Indianapolis 500
Indianapolis, Indiana - May 22, 2025
Piloti, the high-performance footwear brand known for its motorsport heritage and impeccable craftsmanship, is proud to announce its official team sponsorship of PREMA Racing and its personal endorsement partnership with Robert Shwartzman for the 2025 Indianapolis 500.
This milestone collaboration marks Piloti’s expanded presence on the global motorsport stage as it supports one of the most talked about entries in this year’s “Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” As PREMA Racing makes its highly anticipated two car debut to the Indy 500 grid, Piloti joins as an official sponsor, outfitting the team with its latest performance driving products designed for both track precision and paddock comfort.
Piers Phillips PREMA Racing CEO commented "We have worked hard to find authentic automotive brands like Piloti to partner with PREMA at the Indy 500. Piloti understands the deep desire to race and win, and PREMA appreciates the high-quality products that Piloti brings to the team.”
Piloti is also proud to unveil a personal sponsorship of driver Robert Shwartzman, 2025 Indianapolis 500 pole winner, who will be piloting the #83 PREMA Racing car at the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500. A rising star in international motorsport and a former Ferrari F1 test driver and AF Corse Ferrari hypercar winner, Shwartzman embodies the blend of elite performance and refined style that defines the Piloti ethos.
“Robert is the real deal and represents the next generation of motorsport excellence,” said Bill Sweedler, Chairman of Piloti and class winner at Le Mans, Daytona, and Sebring. “Our partnership with him—and our collaboration with PREMA—showcases Piloti’s commitment to innovation, performance, and supporting events, teams, and drivers at the pinnacle of competition.”
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"I’m excited to be part of Piloti and its rich heritage in racing."
-- Robert Shwartzman, Indy 500 rookie pole winner
“I’m thrilled to be working with Piloti this year,” said Robert Shwartzman. “Their owners are racers and understand the deep desire to win! I’m excited to be part of the brand and its rich heritage in racing.”
This collaboration represents a new chapter in Piloti’s storied motorsport legacy—one that honors the brand’s past while accelerating toward an exciting future on and off the grid with footwear, apparel, and accessories
ABOUT PREMA RACING
Founded in 1983 by Angelo Rosin and Giorgio Piccolo, PREMA Racing has established itself as one of Europe's premier motorsport teams. Based in Veneto, Italy, the team has a storied history of nurturing young talent and achieving success across various racing disciplines. PREMA has been instrumental in the development of numerous drivers who have progressed to Formula 1, including Charles Leclerc, Mick Schumacher, and Oscar Piastri. The team's commitment to excellence is evident in its multiple championship titles in series such as FIA Formula 2, FIA Formula 3, Formula Regional, Italian F4 Championship and F1 Academy.
In 2025, PREMA expanded its horizons by entering the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, fielding two full-time entries powered by Chevrolet engines. This move underscores the team's ambition to compete and succeed on a global stage, bringing its legacy of performance and driver development to North American open-wheel racing.