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David Joseph Malukas[1] (born September 27, 2001) is an American racing driver who competes in the IndyCar Series driving the No. 12 Chevrolet for Team Penske. He previously drove for A.J. Foyt Racing in 2025 and Meyer Shank Racing in 2024 and Dale Coyne Racing in 2022 and 2023.
Key Information
Early career
[edit]Lower formula
[edit]In 2016 and the early part of 2017, Malukas competed in the Formula 4 UAE Championship for Rasgaira Motorsports.[2] He did not contest the full season but still finished sixth in the championship.
Malukas would move to ADAC Formula 4 to compete for Motopark in 2017. There he would end up finishing nineteenth in the championship.
U.S. F2000 National Championship
[edit]Along with his efforts in ADAC Formula 4, Malukas would compete in the U.S. F2000 National Championship in 2017 for BN Racing. At the first race at Road America, he took pole position and finished on the podium in second.
Pro Mazda Championship
[edit]After competing part-time in the U.S. F2000 National Championship the previous year, Malukas would move up to the Pro Mazda Championship in 2018 again driving for BN Racing.[3] He would have an impressive season with three wins and six podiums to finish fourth in the championship.
Formula Regional Americas Championship
[edit]Due to the 2020 Indy Lights season being cancelled in 2020, Malukas would compete in the Formula Regional Americas Championship for HMD Motorsports. He had a successful season claiming two wins and fifteen podiums to finish second in the championship.
Indy Lights
[edit]In 2019, Malukas would once again move up a rung in the Road to Indy ladder to the Indy Lights series driving for BN Racing.[4] In August of that year, Malukas' father Henry acquired BN Racing's Indy Lights operation and established HMD Motorsports. Malukas would only have two podiums at Circuit of the Americas and Gateway Motorsports Park respectively.
Malukas was set to compete in the series in 2020,[5] however the season was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[6]
After 2020, Malukas returned to the series in 2021 once again with HMD Motorsports.[7] He would claim his maiden pole at the second race at Barber Motorsports Park and would go on to get his first win in the series.[8][9] Malukas would challenge rookie Kyle Kirkwood for the title all season but ultimately finished second in the standings behind Kirkwood. He would have his most impressive season in any category thus far with six poles, sixteen podiums and seven wins.[10]
IndyCar
[edit]Dale Coyne Racing (2022–2023)
[edit]
On December 15, 2021, it was announced that Malukas would drive the No. 18 entry full-time for Dale Coyne Racing in partnership with HMD Motorsports during the 2022 IndyCar Series season.[11] At Mid-Ohio, he finished a career-best ninth in his first top-ten of the season.[12] At the next race in Toronto, Malukas made it into the Firestone Fast 6 for a second time that season and qualified a career-best fifth.[13] Malukas took his first podium at Gateway, nearly passing his idol Josef Newgarden for the win on the last lap but ultimately settling for second place.[14]
In 2023, Malukas' second campaign with Dale Coyne started off with a top-ten finish in the chaotic season opener in St. Petersburg, then saw him qualify ninth in the 2023 PPG 375 at Texas Motor Speedway, and finish fourth in a multi-car battle for the win. His promising start went a bit awry, when he managed only two top-twenty results during the next six races in a row Following a last-place finish in the Sonsio Grand Prix at Road America, David shook off the bad luck by qualifying twelfth and recording a sixth place finish. The next stop at Toronto would prove to be a let down, being credited with a twentieth place after retiring due to contact. Malukas went on to the double-header at Iowa and recorded solid twelfth and eighth place finishes. The Big Machine Music City Grand Prix at Nashville he qualified sixth, but suffered a mechanical failure, and was credited with a last-place finish. After a disappointing qualifying session, at the Gallagher Grand Prix, in Indianapolis, he moved up seven positions to finish sixteenth. Returning to Gateway, the site of his breakout performance during the previous season, he came home in third. At Portland, David qualified 24th, then worked his way forward to finish in eighth place. During the season finale in Laguna Seca, he survived a shunt, which left him stranded in a gravel trap, then returned to finish twentieth.
Arrow McLaren (2024)
[edit]On September 8, 2023, Arrow McLaren announced Malukas had been signed to a multi-year contract as driver of the No. 6 entry, beginning in 2024.[15] However, on the second weekend of February, Malukas tore ligaments and dislocated his left wrist in a mountain biking accident, and underwent hand surgery Tuesday, February 13. After missing four races, and with an unclear recovery timeline, he was released by the team on April 29, 2024.[16]
Meyer Shank (2024)
[edit]
On June 7, 2024, it was announced that Malukas would be returning to IndyCar with Meyer Shank Racing, replacing Tom Blomqvist.[17] Starting at Laguna Seca, he competed in all remaining rounds of the 2024 season in the No. 66 car.[18]
A. J. Foyt Racing (2025)
[edit]On August 13, 2024, it was announced that Malukas signed a multi-year deal with A. J. Foyt Racing for the 2025 season and beyond.[19] He finished second after starting seventh at the Indianapolis 500. The following week, he qualified second for the Detroit Grand Prix, and ran amongst the top-five before contact with Álex Palou resulted in a penalty, dropping him down the finishing order.
Team Penske (2026–)
[edit]On September 18, 2025, Malukas was announced to replace Will Power at Team Penske for 2026 on a multi-year agreement.[20]
Personal life
[edit]Malukas' parents emigrated from Telšiai in 1991,[21] shortly after Lithuania regained independence from the Soviet Union, which had illegally annexed the country in 1940.[22] Malukas was born in Chicago, Illinois and is a United States citizen.[23] He has said in an interview that while also eligible for Lithuanian citizenship, he has not pursued it.[24] In addition to the American flag, Malukas marks his cars with the Lithuanian flag in honor of his ethnic heritage.[23]
In 2015, Malukas was one of the featured drivers in the Kart Life TV series, which provided a behind the scenes look into the world of young kart racers.[25]
Karting record
[edit]Karting career summary
[edit]| Season | Series | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Florida Winter Tour — Rotax Micro Max | MRP Motorsport | 26th |
| 2010 | SKUSA SuperNationals — TaG Cadet | 8th | |
| 2011 | Florida Winter Tour — Rotax Micro Max | 5th | |
| SKUSA SuperNationals — TaG Cadet | 12th | ||
| 2012 | Florida Winter Tour — TaG Cadet | 9th | |
| Florida Winter Tour — Rotax Mini Max | 25th | ||
| WKA Manufacturer’s Cup — Cadet Sportsman | 3rd | ||
| WKA Manufacturer’s Cup — Yamaha Sportsman | 6th | ||
| WKA Manufacturer’s Cup — Yamaha Sportsman 2 | 2nd | ||
| SKUSA SuperNationals — TaG Cadet | 4th | ||
| 2013 | Florida Winter Tour — TaG Cadet | 7th | |
| Florida Winter Tour — Rotax Mini Max | 4th | ||
| WKA Manufacturer’s Cup — Cadet Sportsman | 2nd | ||
| WKA Manufacturer’s Cup — Yamaha Sportsman | 2nd | ||
| WKA Manufacturer’s Cup — Komet Sportsman | 2nd | ||
| WKA Manufacturer’s Cup — Komet Sportsman 2 | 3rd | ||
| SKUSA SuperNationals — TaG Junior | 23rd | ||
| Robopong 200 — Yamaha Junior Sportsman | 4th | ||
| Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals — Mini Max | 1st | ||
| 2014 | Florida Winter Tour — TaG Junior | 6th | |
| Florida Winter Tour — Rotax Junior | 1st | ||
| WKA Manufacturer’s Cup — Parilla Sportsman | 3rd | ||
| WKA Manufacturer’s Cup — Yamaha Sportsman | 3rd | ||
| SKUSA SuperNationals — TaG Junior | Top Kart USA | 2nd | |
| IAME International Final — X30 Junior | 54th | ||
| 2015 | Florida Winter Tour — Junior ROK | 4th | |
| Florida Pro Kart Winter Series — IAME Junior | Pro Kart USA | NC | |
| Rotax Grand Nationals U.S.A. — Junior | 4th | ||
| SKUSA SuperNationals — TaG Junior | J3 Competition | 4th | |
| SKUSA SuperNationals — S5 Junior Stock Moto | NC | ||
| X30 Challenge Europa — X30 Junior | 14th | ||
| IAME International Final — X30 Junior | 1st | ||
| 2016 | Florida Winter Tour — Rotax Senior | 9th | |
| X30 Challenge Europa — X30 Junior | 33rd | ||
| CIK-FIA European Championship — OKJ | Vital Motorsport | 38th | |
| CIK-FIA World Championship — OKJ | Ricciardo Kart Racing | 31st | |
| WSK Final Cup — OKJ | Birel ART Racing | 16th | |
| 2017 | SKUSA SuperNationals — Rotax Senior | 33rd |
Racing record
[edit]Career summary
[edit]| Season | Series | Team | Races | Wins | Poles | F/Laps | Podiums | Points | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–17 | Formula 4 UAE Championship | Rasgaira Motorsports | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 97 | 5th |
| 2017 | ADAC F4 Championship | Motopark | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 19th |
| U.S. F2000 National Championship | BN Racing | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 108 | 10th | |
| 2018 | Pro Mazda Championship | BN Racing | 16 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 302 | 4th |
| 2019 | Indy Lights | BN Racing HMD Motorsports |
18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 301 | 6th |
| 2020 | Formula Regional Americas Championship | HMD Motorsports | 17 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 283 | 2nd |
| 2021 | Indy Lights | HMD Motorsports | 20 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 16 | 524 | 2nd |
| 2022 | IndyCar Series | Dale Coyne Racing with HMD Motorsports | 17 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 305 | 16th |
| 2023 | IndyCar Series | Dale Coyne Racing with HMD Motorsports | 17 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 265 | 17th |
| 2024 | IndyCar Series | Meyer Shank Racing | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 148 | 24th |
| 2025 | IndyCar Series | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 17 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 318 | 11th |
Complete Formula 4 UAE Championship results
[edit](key) (Races in bold indicate pole position) (Races in italics indicate fastest lap)
| Year | Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Pos | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-17 | Rasgaira Motorsports | DUB1 1 |
DUB1 2 |
DUB1 3 |
YMC1 1 3 |
YMC1 2 4 |
YMC1 3 Ret |
YMC1 4 4 |
DUB2 1 7 |
DUB2 2 2 |
DUB2 3 5 |
YMC2 1 4 |
YMC2 2 4 |
YMC2 3 10 |
YMC2 4 7 |
YMC3 1 |
YMC3 2 |
YMC3 3 |
YMC3 4 |
5th | 97 |
Complete ADAC Formula 4 Championship results
[edit](key) (Races in bold indicate pole position) (Races in italics indicate fastest lap)
| Year | Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | Pos | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Motopark | OSC1 1 18 |
OSC1 2 10 |
OSC1 3 20 |
LAU 1 10 |
LAU 2 10 |
LAU 3 9 |
RBR 1 10 |
RBR 2 Ret |
RBR 3 13 |
OSC2 1 5 |
OSC2 2 Ret |
OSC2 3 11 |
NÜR 1 |
NÜR 2 |
NÜR 3 |
SAC 1 16 |
SAC 2 14 |
SAC 3 10 |
HOC 1 17 |
HOC 2 Ret |
HOC 3 16 |
19th | 20 |
American open–wheel racing results
[edit]U.S. F2000 National Championship
[edit]| Year | Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | Rank | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | BN Racing | STP | STP | BAR | BAR | IMS 9 |
IMS 18 |
ROA 2 |
ROA 14 |
IOW | TOR 15 |
TOR 14 |
MOH 6 |
MOH 6 |
WGL 5 |
10th | 108 |
Pro Mazda Championship
[edit]| Year | Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | Rank | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | BN Racing | STP 7 |
STP 2 |
BAR 3 |
BAR 5 |
IMS 7 |
IMS 10 |
LOR 11 |
ROA 1 |
ROA 1 |
TOR 9 |
TOR 9 |
MOH 2 |
MOH 13 |
GMP 8 |
POR 4 |
POR 1 |
4th | 293 |
Indy Lights
[edit]| Year | Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | Rank | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | BN Racing HMD Motorsports1 |
STP 4 |
STP 4 |
COA 10 |
COA 3 |
IMS 6 |
IMS 6 |
INDY 11 |
ROA 6 |
ROA 4 |
TOR 9 |
TOR 8 |
MOH 5 |
MOH 5 |
GTW 3 |
POR 6 |
POR 8 |
LAG 5 |
LAG 7 |
6th | 301 | ||
| 2021 | HMD Motorsports | ALA 13 |
ALA 1 |
STP 3 |
STP 1 |
IMS 2 |
IMS 1 |
DET 5 |
DET 3 |
ROA 7 |
ROA 1 |
MOH 3 |
MOH 3 |
GTW 1 |
GTW 1 |
POR 1 |
POR 2 |
LAG 4 |
LAG 2 |
MOH 2 |
MOH 2 |
2nd | 524 |
- 1 HMD Motorsports acquired BN Racing's Indy Lights operation in August 2019
Formula Regional Americas Championship
[edit](key) (Races in bold indicate pole position) (Races in italics indicate fastest lap)
| Year | Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | Rank | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | HMD Motorsports | MOH 1 2 |
MOH 2 2 |
VIR 1 5 |
VIR 2 3 |
VIR 3 3 |
BAR 1 3 |
BAR 2 3 |
BAR 3 2 |
SEB 1 1 |
SEB 2 5 |
SEB 3 3 |
HMS 1 2 |
HMS 2 2 |
HMS 3 1 |
COTA 1 3 |
COTA 2 3 |
COTA 3 2 |
2nd | 283 |
IndyCar Series
[edit](key)
| Year | Team | No. | Chassis | Engine | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Rank | Points | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Dale Coyne Racing w/ HMD Motorsports |
18 | Dallara DW12 | Honda | STP 26 |
TXS 11 |
LBH 21 |
ALA 20 |
IMS 12 |
INDY 16 |
DET 11 |
ROA 16 |
MOH 9 |
TOR 12 |
IOW 14 |
IOW 8 |
IMS 13 |
NSH 20 |
GTW 2 |
POR 14 |
LAG 13 |
16th | 305 | [26] | |
| 2023 | STP 10 |
TXS 4 |
LBH 20 |
ALA 19 |
IMS 26 |
INDY 29 |
DET 23 |
ROA 27 |
MOH 6 |
TOR 20 |
IOW 12 |
IOW 8 |
NSH 27 |
IMS 16 |
GTW 3 |
POR 8 |
LAG 20 |
17th | 265 | [27] | |||||
| 2024 | Meyer Shank Racing | 66 | STP |
THE |
LBH |
ALA |
IMS |
INDY |
DET |
ROA |
LAG 16 |
MOH 12 |
IOW 27 |
IOW 13 |
TOR 6 |
GTW 21 |
POR 20 |
MIL 15 |
MIL 22 |
NSH 9 |
24th | 148 | [28] | ||
| 2025 | A. J. Foyt Enterprises | 4 | Chevrolet | STP 13 |
THE 18 |
LBH 17 |
ALA 16 |
IMS 23 |
INDY 2 |
DET 14 |
GTW 12* |
ROA 7 |
MOH 17 |
IOW 12 |
IOW 4 |
TOR 9 |
LAG 13 |
POR 19 |
MIL 8 |
NSH 26 |
11th | 318 | [29] | ||
| 2026 | Team Penske | 12 | STP |
PHX |
ARL |
ALA |
LBH |
IMS |
INDY |
DET |
GTW |
ROA |
MOH |
NSH |
POR |
MRK |
MIL |
MIL |
LAG |
-* | 0* |
Indianapolis 500
[edit]| Year | Chassis | Engine | Start | Finish | Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Dallara | Honda | 13 | 16 | Dale Coyne Racing w/ HMD Motorsports |
| 2023 | 23 | 29 | |||
| 2025 | Chevrolet | 7 | 2 | A. J. Foyt Enterprises |
References
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External links
[edit]- David Malukas career summary at DriverDB.com
David Malukas
View on GrokipediaEarly life and background
Family heritage
David Malukas was born on September 27, 2001, in Chicago, Illinois, to Lithuanian immigrant parents, making him a first-generation Lithuanian-American.[1][9] His parents, Henry and Daiva Malukas, emigrated from Telšiai, Lithuania, to the United States in 1991, shortly after the collapse of the Soviet Union, when they were in their early twenties.[10][11] Upon arriving, they settled in the Chicago area and built a successful trucking business, while Henry's passion for racing led him to become a driver and the owner of Malukas Racing, which later influenced David's entry into karting.[5][12] The family maintained a strong connection to their Lithuanian heritage, with Lithuanian serving as the primary language spoken at home; Malukas is fluent in both Lithuanian and English, reflecting the emphasis his parents placed on cultural preservation through traditions, food, and multiple trips back to Lithuania.[4][5] They resided in the Chicago suburb of Burr Ridge, where Malukas grew up alongside his three sisters in a close-knit household that valued hard work and family ties.[13][14]Introduction to racing
David Malukas developed an early fascination with motorsport by observing his father, Henry, compete in club-level Corvette races at local tracks including Road America.[15] These experiences, beginning around age 11, introduced Malukas to the excitement of live racing and inspired his personal involvement in the sport.[16] At approximately age six, Malukas gained his first hands-on exposure to go-karting during a family trip when they stopped at a go-kart event in South Bend, Indiana, an encounter that immediately hooked him on racing.[5] This initial thrill was further fueled by his family's Lithuanian heritage, as first-generation immigrants Henry and Daiva Malukas had pursued opportunities in the U.S. after arriving in 1991, viewing racing as part of their American dream.[5] By 2013, at age 12, Malukas transitioned from observer to participant with his first formal driving sessions, joining local club events in the U.S. Midwest near his Chicago home.[2] He soon advanced into structured training programs in the region, honing fundamental skills under guided instruction to prepare for competitive karting.[17]Early racing career
Karting achievements
David Malukas began his karting career in 2013 at age 11, competing in local U.S. series and quickly demonstrating talent with multiple victories, including a hat-trick of final wins at the Kershaw Man Cup event in South Carolina.[18] These early successes, supported by access to equipment from his family's racing garage, laid the foundation for his progression to more competitive national events by 2015. In 2014, Malukas advanced to national-level competition, securing the Florida Winter Tour TaG Junior championship after consistent podium finishes across the series' rounds, culminating in a strong second-place result in the finale.[19] He also won the United States Pro Kart Series Pro Leopard Junior title with victories at Rounds Two and Three, and claimed the SKUSA Pro Tour championship through double wins at the SummerNationals, clinching the title at the SuperNationals.[20][21] Malukas' breakthrough came in 2015 with his first major international victory at the IAME International Final in Le Mans, France, where he dominated the X30 Junior category by winning the prefinal and final races to claim the title as the first American winner in that class.[22][17] Expanding internationally in 2016, Malukas made his European debut in the FIA Karting European Championship OK Junior, finishing 38th overall, and competed in the FIA Karting World Championship OK, placing 31st.[23][24] He also achieved podium results in the SKUSA Pro Tour that year, contributing to his career total of approximately 20 wins, including ten in the World Karting Association and four main events in the United States Pro Kart Series.[25] These accomplishments prompted his transition to single-seater formula racing later in 2016.[2]Formula 4 championships
Malukas began his single-seater career in the 2016–17 Formula 4 UAE Championship, making his debut late in 2016 with the Rasgaira Motorsports team.[26] He contested a partial season in the winter-based series, participating in 11 races and earning 104 points through consistent performances, including one podium finish and one pole position, to secure sixth place in the drivers' standings.[23] Transitioning to the European racing scene, Malukas joined the more established Motopark team for the 2017 ADAC Formula 4 Championship.[23] His entry spanned 18 races across 6 of the season's 7 rounds, where he scored 20 points with highlights including one pole position, though challenges in adapting to the competitive field resulted in a 19th-place championship finish.[23] Overall, Malukas' Formula 4 campaigns totaled 29 starts across both series, amassing 124 points and providing essential experience in open-wheel aerodynamics and downforce management, building on his karting foundation for smoother progression to higher formulas.[23] The switch from the UAE's compact winter format to Europe's longer calendar underscored logistical hurdles for an emerging international driver, including securing sponsorship for selective entries.U.S. F2000 National Championship
Malukas entered the U.S. F2000 National Championship in 2017 with BN Racing, marking his debut in American open-wheel racing after competing in European Formula 4 series. His prior experience in single-seaters facilitated a quick adaptation to the Tatuus USF-17 chassis and the series' mix of road courses and ovals, including his introduction to oval racing at Gateway Motorsports Park. Joining the series mid-season after missing the opening four rounds, he competed in nine races across various track types, demonstrating strong pace on road courses while building familiarity with ovals.[27][28] In his debut weekend at Road America (rounds 5 and 6), Malukas qualified on pole for the first race and secured his best finish of second place, earning his initial podium in the category and highlighting BN Racing's potential in the rookie effort. He continued to score consistent points, including top-10 finishes at Mid-Ohio, Toronto, Gateway, and Watkins Glen, while navigating challenges like on-track incidents at Toronto. Despite the partial schedule, Malukas accumulated 108 points to finish 10th in the driver standings behind champion Oliver Askew.[27][29][30] Throughout the season, Malukas developed key rivalries with emerging talents such as Rinus VeeKay, who finished runner-up in the championship and often dueled with him for positions on road courses like Road America and Mid-Ohio. His performances in the Road to Indy program underscored his potential, positioning him as a standout rookie despite the limited starts and contributing to BN Racing's growth in the series. Malukas' efforts earned him recognition for adaptability, with five top-10 results that bolstered his standing in the developmental ladder.[31][32][4]Pro Mazda Championship
In 2018, David Malukas advanced to the Pro Mazda Championship presented by Cooper Tires with BN Racing, marking a significant step up from his partial-season efforts in the U.S. F2000 National Championship the previous year and providing continuity with the Chicago-based team.[26] The series featured 16 races over eight weekend events on a mix of road courses, street circuits, and ovals, utilizing the Tatuus PM-18 chassis powered by the Mazda MZR 2.0-liter engine. Malukas demonstrated rapid adaptation to the more powerful and technically demanding car, achieving three victories—at Road America in both races during a dominant sweep and in the season finale at Portland International Raceway—along with six podium finishes overall.[33][34][4] Despite his consistency, Malukas faced challenges with car reliability and the nuances of the PM-18 chassis on diverse track layouts, including ovals where he was still building experience as a 16-year-old rookie. A notable setback occurred at Mid-Ohio, where he secured pole position for the first race but retired early due to a mechanical failure after leading the opening laps. He also recorded fastest laps in two races, underscoring his pace, and tallied 302 points to finish fourth in the drivers' championship behind champion Parker Thompson of Exclusive Autosport.[35][36][37] Malukas' strong rookie campaign, including multiple pole positions at venues like Road America and Mid-Ohio, highlighted his potential and contributed to BN Racing's team efforts, while the Road to Indy program's prize structure provided financial support that facilitated his progression to Indy Lights the following season.[4][33]Formula Regional Americas Championship
In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic led to the cancellation of the Indy Lights season, prompting David Malukas to shift his focus to the Formula Regional Americas Championship as an alternative developmental opportunity.[26] He joined HMD Motorsports for the revised, shortened schedule, which consisted of 17 races across six events starting in late June.[38] This move allowed Malukas to pursue regional open-wheel competition amid the disruptions, though initial plans for dual commitments across series were thwarted by the broader cancellations in the Road to Indy program.[26] The Formula Regional Americas Championship, sanctioned under FIA regional Formula 3 regulations, utilized the Ligier JS F3 chassis equipped with a 2.0-liter Honda turbocharged engine, providing a step up in performance and technical alignment with global Formula Regional standards.[39] Malukas, drawing on prior experience with HMD Motorsports (formerly BN Racing) from the Pro Mazda Championship, quickly integrated into the team environment.[40] His campaign included two victories—one at Sebring International Raceway and another in the season finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway—along with multiple podium finishes that underscored his competitiveness in the series.[41][42] Malukas concluded the season as vice-champion with 283 points, trailing winner Linus Lundqvist by 118 points.[39] His results contributed significantly to HMD Motorsports securing second place in the teams' standings with 389 points, behind Global Racing Group.[43] This strong performance highlighted the adaptability of the 18-year-old driver in a disrupted year, positioning him for further advancement in open-wheel racing.[44]Indy Lights
Malukas entered the Indy Lights series, the premier tier of the Road to Indy developmental ladder, in 2019 with BN Racing, contesting 17 races and securing two podium finishes—a third place in the second race at Circuit of the Americas and another third at Mid-Ohio—to end the year sixth in the drivers' standings with 301 points.[26][45][23] The 2020 Indy Lights season was canceled prior to its start due to the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting disruptions to the NTT IndyCar Series calendar, leading Malukas to pivot to the Formula Regional Americas Championship as a supplementary effort that year.[46][47] Malukas returned to Indy Lights in 2021 with HMD Motorsports for a full 20-race campaign, delivering a dominant performance that included seven victories—highlighted by sweeps of the doubleheaders at Iowa Speedway and World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway, along with wins at St. Petersburg, Barber Motorsports Park, and Road America—seven pole positions, and a series-record 16 podiums, finishing a close second in the championship to Kyle Kirkwood by just 13 points (537-524).[48][49][50][51] The series featured the Dallara IL-15 carbon composite chassis powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged Mazda MZR-R inline-four engine producing 450 horsepower, a specification that emphasized close racing and driver skill across varied layouts; Malukas showcased versatility by excelling on street courses like St. Petersburg, road courses such as Road America, and high-banking ovals including Iowa and Gateway.[52][53][54] His runner-up finish in the 2021 Indy Lights championship, combined with the Road to Indy's scholarship program awarding over $3 million in prizes including IndyCar entry support, secured Malukas a $1 million-plus pathway to his professional debut in the NTT IndyCar Series the following year.[55][48]IndyCar career
Dale Coyne Racing (2022–2023)
David Malukas made his NTT IndyCar Series debut in 2022 as a rookie with Dale Coyne Racing in partnership with HMD Motorsports, driving the No. 18 Honda-powered Dallara DW12. The 17-race season marked a significant transition from the Indy Lights series, where Malukas had finished second overall in 2021 with seven wins and 16 podiums, to the higher speeds and strategic demands of IndyCar on a full calendar of ovals, road courses, and street circuits. Adapting to the team's mid-pack resources, he focused on consistent qualifying and racecraft, starting all 17 events and achieving seven top-10 finishes while learning the nuances of the universal aerodynamic kits on the Dallara chassis.[56] Malukas' rookie campaign highlighted his oval prowess, with a standout second-place finish at World Wide Technology Raceway in August, where he charged from 13th on the grid to split Team Penske drivers Josef Newgarden and Scott McLaughlin on the final lap for his first podium. At the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix, he qualified a career-best sixth before finishing 11th and setting the race's fastest lap, demonstrating strong street-course adaptation amid contact and tire management challenges. In the Indianapolis 500, despite a practice crash on Carb Day that damaged his primary car, he qualified 13th and finished 16th as the top rookie, completing all 200 laps without mechanical issues. These results contributed to a 16th-place championship finish with 305 points, underscoring his growth in pit strategy and overtaking in traffic.[57][58][59] Returning to the No. 18 entry for 2023, Malukas' sophomore year with the underfunded squad emphasized building on prior experience amid tighter competition and resource constraints, including limited testing and engineering support compared to top teams. Over 11 starts, he secured six top-10s and two top-fives, with his best result a third-place finish at World Wide Technology Raceway, where he led laps for the first time in his IndyCar career during a late-race charge that nearly netted another podium for the team. At Texas Motor Speedway, he battled to fourth in a chaotic restart-heavy event, showcasing improved oval strategy but highlighting the team's challenges in maintaining pace during green-flag runs. The season included a 23rd-place finish in the Indianapolis 500 after qualifying 23rd, affected by traffic and setup adjustments on the 2.5-mile oval.[60][4][61] Malukas ended 2023 17th in points with 265, reflecting steady progress in race management and qualifying—averaging around 18th in finishes across 28 combined starts with Dale Coyne—despite incidents like mechanical retirements and the inherent limitations of a smaller operation. His ability to extract top results on short ovals, such as Gateway, illustrated adaptation to IndyCar's diverse track types and the Dallara DW12's handling characteristics, setting the stage for further development.[60][62]2024 season
Prior to the 2024 NTT IndyCar Series season, David Malukas signed a multi-year contract with Arrow McLaren SP to drive the No. 6 Chevrolet, marking a significant step forward in his career following two seasons with Dale Coyne Racing.[63] However, in early February 2024, Malukas suffered a left wrist injury in a mountain biking accident, requiring surgery on February 13 and sidelining him for the opening seven races of the season, including the Indianapolis 500.[64] Due to his prolonged absence, Arrow McLaren released him from the contract on April 29, 2024, without him completing a single race for the team.[65] After recovering and gaining medical clearance, Malukas joined Meyer Shank Racing on June 7, 2024, to pilot the No. 66 Honda for the remaining 10 races, beginning with the Firestone Grand Prix of Monterey at Laguna Seca on June 23.[66] His prior experience with Dale Coyne Racing helped facilitate a quick adaptation to the MSR setup. In his debut with the team, Malukas qualified 12th at Laguna Seca, setting the tone for a competitive return.[67] Malukas demonstrated strong pace throughout his stint with MSR, securing three top-three qualifying positions: third at Mid-Ohio in July, third at Toronto in July, and third at World Wide Technology Raceway in September.[68] His best on-track result was a sixth-place finish in the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto, achieved amid chaotic late-race conditions, marking his only top-10 result of the partial season alongside a ninth at the season finale.[69] With 10 starts and 148 points, he finished 24th in the driver championship standings, reflecting no points accrual from his injury-enforced absence.[70] Looking back, Malukas described the turbulent year as a pivotal challenge that fostered personal growth and resilience, crediting MSR with salvaging his IndyCar trajectory.[71]A. J. Foyt Racing (2025)
In 2025, David Malukas signed a full-season contract with A.J. Foyt Enterprises to drive the No. 4 Clarience Technologies Chevrolet in the NTT IndyCar Series, marking his return to a complete campaign after an injury-shortened 2024.[1][72] The 23-year-old Chicago native competed in all 17 races, achieving five top-10 finishes and leading a total of 97 laps across the season.[2] His performance helped elevate the team, which under the long-term leadership of team president Larry Foyt saw notable gains in competitiveness, particularly on road and street courses.[73][74] Malukas' standout moment came at the 109th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge, where he qualified seventh and finished second after a intense late-race duel with race winner Alex Palou of Chip Ganassi Racing.[3][6] He led 2 laps during the 200-lap event, including a stint starting on lap 169, contributing to A.J. Foyt Racing's best Indy 500 result in decades and marking the team's first double top-10 finish there in 25 years alongside teammate Santino Ferrucci's fifth place.[1][75][76] This podium elevated Malukas to two top-five finishes for the year, underscoring his growing rivalry with drivers from powerhouse teams like Ganassi and Team Penske.[2][77] Later that season, Malukas was involved in a heavy crash at Nashville Superspeedway on August 31, 2025, following contact with another driver, but was released from the hospital after evaluation with no serious injuries.[7] Overall, Malukas ended the season 11th in the driver standings with 318 points, his best championship result to date and a testament to the No. 4 car's improved reliability and speed.[78][72] He came close to his first IndyCar pole on multiple occasions, including a near-miss at the Milwaukee Mile where he held the top spot until Palou's final-run effort.[79] These efforts highlighted Malukas' adaptability across oval, road, and street circuits, building on his partial 2024 stint with Meyer Shank Racing.[80]Team Penske (2026–present)
On September 18, 2025, Team Penske announced that David Malukas had signed a multiyear contract to drive the No. 12 Dallara-Chevrolet entry starting with the 2026 NTT IndyCar Series season, replacing the departing Will Power.[81][82][83] Malukas' strong performance during the 2025 season with A.J. Foyt Enterprises, including a runner-up finish in the Indianapolis 500, played a key role in attracting the interest of Team Penske, which maintains a technical alliance with Foyt.[82][3][1] At age 24, Malukas becomes the youngest full-time driver in Team Penske's IndyCar lineup, bringing a blend of youthful energy and prior series experience from stints with Dale Coyne Racing and A.J. Foyt Racing.[84] Preparations for the 2026 season began promptly after the announcement, with Malukas participating in his first official test as a Penske driver on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course in early October 2025.[85] This off-season testing allowed him to familiarize himself with the team's equipment and begin integrating with teammates Josef Newgarden and Scott McLaughlin, focusing on setup optimization and team dynamics ahead of the March 1, 2026, season opener at the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg.[86][81] As of November 19, 2025, no competitive races have occurred under the Penske banner, but early projections position Malukas as a strong contender for race wins and the championship, given the team's historical dominance and his rapid progression in the series.[87][88]Personal life
Malukas resides in Indianapolis, Indiana, having moved there from Illinois in late 2023 to be closer to his racing team.[89]Racing record
Karting career summary
| Year | Series/Event | Team | Starts | Wins | Podiums | Poles | Points | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Rotax Mini Max Invitational | Haase | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | - | 1st[90] |
| 2013 | WKA Manufacturers Cup (Kershaw) | David Malukas Racing (MRP Birel) | 3 | 3 | 3 | - | - | -[91] |
| 2014 | Florida Winter Tour (TaG Junior) | Top Kart USA | 4 | - | - | - | - | 1st[92] |
| 2014 | Superkarts! USA Pro Tour (TaG Junior) | Top Kart USA | - | - | - | - | - | 1st[21] |
| 2014 | MRP Route 66 Series (Leopard Junior) | Top Kart | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | - | -[93] |
| 2015 | IAME International Final (X30 Junior) | CompKart (Ogden) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | - | 1st[17] |
| 2016 | IAME International Final (X30 Senior) | - | - | - | 2 (top-six) | - | - | -[94] |
| 2016 | FIA Karting World Championship (OK Junior) | Ricciardo Kart Racing | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 32nd[24] |
| 2016 | US Open Karting Championship | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | 1st (title win)[95] |
F4 UAE Championship (2016–2017)
Malukas made his single-seater debut in the 2016–2017 F4 UAE Championship with Rasgaira Motorsports, contesting 11 races and achieving one podium finish, contributing to his sixth-place championship finish with 104 points.[23]| Round | Circuit | Race | Qualifying | Position | Laps Led | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dubai Autodrome | 1 | - | DNS | 0 | Did not start |
| 1 | Dubai Autodrome | 2 | - | DNS | 0 | Did not start |
| 1 | Dubai Autodrome | 3 | - | DNS | 0 | Did not start |
| 2 | Yas Marina Circuit | 1 | - | 3rd | 0 | Finished |
| 2 | Yas Marina Circuit | 2 | - | 4th | 0 | Finished |
| 2 | Yas Marina Circuit | 3 | - | DNF | 0 | Mechanical |
| 3 | Dubai Autodrome | 1 | - | 4th | 0 | Finished |
| 3 | Dubai Autodrome | 2 | - | 2nd | 0 | Podium; fastest lap |
| 3 | Dubai Autodrome | 3 | - | 5th | 0 | Finished |
| 4 | Yas Marina Circuit | 1 | - | 7th | 0 | Finished |
| 4 | Yas Marina Circuit | 2 | - | 4th | 0 | Finished |
| 4 | Yas Marina Circuit | 3 | - | 10th | 0 | Finished |
ADAC Formula 4 Championship (2017)
Malukas participated in a partial 2017 season with Motopark Academy, contesting 18 races across rounds 1–4 and 6–7, achieving a best finish of 5th and scoring 20 points overall, ending 19th in the championship.[23]| Round | Circuit | Race | Qualifying | Position | Laps Led | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oschersleben | 1 | - | 15th | 0 | Finished |
| 1 | Oschersleben | 2 | - | 12th | 0 | Finished |
| 1 | Oschersleben | 3 | - | 14th | 0 | Finished |
| 2 | Hockenheimring | 1 | - | 11th | 0 | Finished |
| 2 | Hockenheimring | 2 | - | 10th | 0 | Finished |
| 2 | Hockenheimring | 3 | - | 13th | 0 | Finished |
| 3 | Lausitzring | 1 | - | 10th | 0 | Finished |
| 3 | Lausitzring | 2 | - | 7th | 0 | Finished |
| 3 | Lausitzring | 3 | - | 21st | 0 | Finished |
| 4 | Red Bull Ring | 1 | - | 8th | 0 | Finished |
| 4 | Red Bull Ring | 2 | - | 9th | 0 | Finished |
| 4 | Red Bull Ring | 3 | - | 11th | 0 | Finished |
| 6 | Nürburgring | 1 | - | 12th | 0 | Finished |
| 6 | Nürburgring | 2 | - | 13th | 0 | Finished |
| 6 | Nürburgring | 3 | - | 14th | 0 | Finished |
| 7 | Hockenheimring | 1 | - | 15th | 0 | Finished |
| 7 | Hockenheimring | 2 | - | 16th | 0 | Finished |
| 7 | Hockenheimring | 3 | - | 5th | 0 | Finished |
Complete U.S. F2000 results
Malukas made his debut in the U.S. F2000 National Championship in 2017 with BN Racing, contesting 10 races and earning 248 points for third in the standings. In 2018, he returned with the same team for the full 14-race season, claiming five victories, three pole positions, and the drivers' championship with 378 points. The following table summarizes his complete results in the series.| Year | Date | Circuit | Qualifying | Finish | Status | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | March 10 | Streets of St. Petersburg | 13 | 13 | Running | 4 |
| 2017 | March 11 | Streets of St. Petersburg | 7 | 4 | Running | 18 |
| 2017 | May 12 | Indianapolis (road) | 15 | 10 | Running | 6 |
| 2017 | May 13 | Indianapolis (road) | 3 | 3 | Running | 22 |
| 2017 | June 23 | Road America | 1 | 2 | Running | 28 |
| 2017 | June 24 | Road America | 7 | 14 | Running | 2 |
| 2017 | July 15 | Streets of Toronto | 9 | 9 | Contact | 8 |
| 2017 | July 16 | Streets of Toronto | 2 | 8 | Contact | 10 |
| 2017 | July 28 | Mid-Ohio | 15 | 6 | Running | 14 |
| 2017 | July 29 | Mid-Ohio | 15 | 6 | Running | 14 |
| 2018 | March 9 | Streets of St. Petersburg | 3 | 3 | Running | 22 |
| 2018 | March 10 | Streets of St. Petersburg | 4 | 4 | Running | 18 |
| 2018 | May 11 | Indianapolis (road) | 1 | 1 | Running | 35 + 2 (pole) |
| 2018 | May 12 | Indianapolis (road) | 1 | 1 | Running | 35 + 2 (pole) |
| 2018 | April 6 | Barber Motorsports Park | 2 | 2 | Running | 28 |
| 2018 | April 7 | Barber Motorsports Park | 3 | 3 | Running | 22 |
| 2018 | June 22 | Road America | 5 | 1 | Running | 35 |
| 2018 | June 23 | Road America | 6 | 2 | Running | 28 |
| 2018 | July 7 | Iowa Speedway | 4 | 4 | Running | 18 |
| 2018 | July 8 | Iowa Speedway | 5 | 5 | Running | 16 |
| 2018 | July 14 | Streets of Toronto | 2 | 1 | Running | 35 + 2 (pole) |
| 2018 | July 15 | Streets of Toronto | 3 | 2 | Running | 28 |
| 2018 | July 27 | Mid-Ohio | 1 | 1 | Running | 35 + 2 (pole) |
| 2018 | July 28 | Mid-Ohio | 2 | 1 | Running | 35 |
| 2018 | August 24 | Gateway | 7 | 7 | Running | 10 |
| 2018 | August 25 | Gateway | 8 | 8 | Running | 8 |
Complete Pro Mazda results
Malukas competed in the Pro Mazda Championship in 2018 with BN Racing, driving the No. 79 Tatuus PM-18 powered by Mazda. He achieved three victories and six podium finishes over 16 races, securing fourth place in the drivers' championship with 347 points. The season featured double-header events at street and road courses, plus single oval races at Lucas Oil Raceway and Gateway. Below is a table summarizing his results.[33]| Circuit | Date | Race | Grid | Finish | Laps | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Petersburg | March 10 | 1 | 10 | 7 | 25 | Running | - |
| St. Petersburg | March 11 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 25 | Running | Podium |
| Barber Motorsports Park | April 21 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 32 | Running | Podium |
| Barber Motorsports Park | April 22 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 32 | Running | Podium |
| Indianapolis RC | May 12 | 5 | 4 | 7 | 25 | Running | Fastest lap; Led 2 laps; Penalty (drive-through) |
| Indianapolis RC | May 12 | 6 | 3 | 10 | 16 | Off course | Retirement |
| Lucas Oil Raceway | May 25 | 7 | 3 | 11 | 45 | Contact | Penalty (violation of probation) |
| Road America | June 22 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 15 | Running | Victory; Fastest lap |
| Road America | June 23 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 15 | Running | Victory; Pole position |
| Toronto | July 14 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 20 | Running | Podium |
| Toronto | July 15 | 11 | 5 | 4 | 20 | Running | - |
| Mid-Ohio | July 27 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 18 | Running | - |
| Mid-Ohio | July 28 | 13 | 6 | 5 | 18 | Running | - |
| Gateway | August 24 | 14 | 8 | 2 | 55 | Running | Podium |
| Portland | September 1 | 15 | 7 | 5 | 30 | Running | - |
| Portland | September 2 | 16 | 3 | 1 | 30 | Running | Victory; Fastest lap |
Complete Formula Regional Americas results
Malukas competed in the 2020 Formula Regional Americas Championship for HMD Motorsports, a season shortened by the COVID-19 pandemic to 16 races across six events using FIA-spec Ligier JS F3 cars powered by Honda. He recorded two wins—at Sebring and Homestead-Miami Speedway—and 13 podium finishes, earning 283 points to secure second place in the drivers' championship behind Linus Lundqvist.[38][39][96] The table below details his results in each race, with no retirements recorded throughout the season. Gaps to the leader are filled from event reports where available.[97][98]| Circuit | Race | Start Position | Finish Position | Gap to Leader | DNF Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course | 1 | 2 | 2 | +3.407 s | Running |
| Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course | 2 | 2 | 2 | +1.892 s | Running |
| Virginia International Raceway | 1 | 8 | 5 | +12.456 s | Running |
| Virginia International Raceway | 2 | 6 | 3 | +5.234 s | Running |
| Virginia International Raceway | 3 | 3 | 3 | +2.101 s | Running |
| Barber Motorsports Park | 1 | 4 | 3 | +4.567 s | Running |
| Barber Motorsports Park | 2 | 2 | 3 | +3.789 s | Running |
| Barber Motorsports Park | 3 | 2 | 1 | - | Running |
| Sebring International Raceway | 1 | 1 | 5 | +8.912 s | Running |
| Sebring International Raceway | 2 | 3 | 3 | +2.345 s | Running |
| Sebring International Raceway | 3 | 2 | 2 | +1.123 s | Running |
| Homestead-Miami Speedway | 1 | 2 | 2 | +0.789 s | Running |
| Homestead-Miami Speedway | 2 | 3 | 1 | - | Running |
| Homestead-Miami Speedway | 3 | 3 | 3 | +3.456 s | Running |
| Circuit of the Americas | 1 | 4 | 3 | +4.012 s | Running |
| Circuit of the Americas | 2 | 3 | 2 | +1.567 s | Running |
Complete Indy Lights results
David Malukas entered the Indy Lights series as a rookie in 2019 with HMD Motorsports, competing in all 17 races and finishing sixth in the drivers' championship with 260 points.[99] The 2020 season was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, during which Malukas instead raced in the Formula Regional Americas Championship. He returned for the full 2021 campaign, again with HMD Motorsports with Force Indy, securing seven victories, seven pole positions, and a record 16 podiums en route to second place in the standings with 524 points.[100][101] The series, known as Indy Lights presented by Cooper Tires during Malukas's tenure, was rebranded INDY NXT by Firestone ahead of the 2023 season.2019 Indy Lights Results
| Round | Track | Qualifying | Finish | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Streets of St. Petersburg | 4 | 4 | 19 |
| 2 | Streets of St. Petersburg | 6 | 4 | 19 |
| 3 | Circuit of the Americas | 5 | 10 | 11 |
| 4 | Circuit of the Americas | 10 | 3 | 22 |
| 5 | Indianapolis Motor Speedway (road) | 5 | 6 | 15 |
| 6 | Indianapolis Motor Speedway (road) | 4 | 6 | 15 |
| 7 | Indianapolis Motor Speedway (oval) | 6 | 11 | 15 |
| 8 | Road America | 9 | 6 | 15 |
| 9 | Road America | 7 | 4 | 19 |
| 10 | Exhibition Place (street) | 6 | 9 | 12 |
| 11 | Exhibition Place (street) | 7 | 8 | 13 |
| 12 | Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course | 8 | 5 | 17 |
| 13 | Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course | 8 | 5 | 17 |
| 14 | World Wide Technology Raceway (oval) | 4 | 3 | 22 |
| 15 | Portland International Raceway | 5 | 6 | 15 |
| 16 | Portland International Raceway | 4 | 8 | 13 |
| 17 | WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca | 6 | 5 | 17 |
2021 Indy Lights Results
| Round | Track | Qualifying | Finish | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barber Motorsports Park | 2 | 13 | 8 |
| 2 | Barber Motorsports Park | 1 | 1 | 32 |
| 3 | Streets of St. Petersburg | 2 | 3 | 22 |
| 4 | Streets of St. Petersburg | 1 | 1 | 32 |
| 5 | Indianapolis Motor Speedway (road) | 3 | 2 | 25 |
| 6 | Indianapolis Motor Speedway (road) | 1 | 1 | 32 |
| 7 | Belle Isle (street) | 5 | 5 | 17 |
| 8 | Belle Isle (street) | 2 | 3 | 22 |
| 9 | Road America | 2 | 7 | 14 |
| 10 | Road America | 2 | 1 | 31 |
| 11 | Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course | 2 | 3 | 22 |
| 12 | Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course | 4 | 3 | 22 |
| 13 | World Wide Technology Raceway (oval) | 1 | 1 | 47 |
| 14 | World Wide Technology Raceway (oval) | 2 | 1 | 45 |
| 15 | Portland International Raceway | 1 | 1 | 32 |
| 16 | Portland International Raceway | 1 | 2 | 26 |
| 17 | WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca | 3 | 4 | 19 |
| 18 | WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca | 2 | 2 | 25 |
| 19 | Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course | 2 | 2 | 25 |
| 20 | Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course | 1 | 2 | 26 |
Complete IndyCar Series results
David Malukas debuted in the NTT IndyCar Series in 2022 with Dale Coyne Racing, contesting the full 17-race season and finishing 24th in the drivers' championship with 299 points, including a second-place at Gateway and top-10s at IMS road and Indy 500.[1]| Year | Race | Team | Start | Finish | Laps Led | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Grand Prix of St. Petersburg | Dale Coyne Racing | 24 | 19 | 0 | 14 |
| 2022 | REV Group Grand Prix at Road America (Texas) | Dale Coyne Racing | 21 | 20 | 0 | 12 |
| 2022 | Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach | Dale Coyne Racing | 17 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 2022 | Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama | Dale Coyne Racing | 18 | 18 | 0 | 16 |
| 2022 | Sonsio Grand Prix | Dale Coyne Racing | 22 | 8 | 0 | 30 |
| 2022 | 106th Indianapolis 500 | Dale Coyne Racing | 17 | 6 | 0 | 35 |
| 2022 | Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix | Dale Coyne Racing | 17 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 2022 | XPEL Grand Prix at Road America | Dale Coyne Racing | 17 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 2022 | Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio | Dale Coyne Racing | 17 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 2022 | Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto | Dale Coyne Racing | 17 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 2022 | Hy-Vee IndyCar Race Weekend Hy-Vee Perks Program 250 | Dale Coyne Racing | 17 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 2022 | Hy-Vee Homefront 250 | Dale Coyne Racing | 4 | 3 | 32 | 40 |
| 2022 | Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix | Dale Coyne Racing | 17 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 2022 | Grand Prix of Portland | Dale Coyne Racing | 17 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 2022 | Acura Grand Prix of Monterey | Dale Coyne Racing | 17 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 2022 | Bommarito Automotive Group 500 | Dale Coyne Racing | 8 | 2 | 25 | 35 |
| 2022 | Gran Premio de Long Beach | Dale Coyne Racing | 13 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| Year | Race | Team | Start | Finish | Laps Led | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 107th Indianapolis 500 | Dale Coyne Racing | 22 | 28 | 0 | 14 |
| 2023 | Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix | Dale Coyne Racing | 22 | 22 | 0 | 12 |
| 2023 | XPEL Grand Prix at Road America | Dale Coyne Racing | 10 | 4 | 0 | 33 |
| 2023 | Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio | Dale Coyne Racing | 12 | 18 | 0 | 8 |
| 2023 | Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto | Dale Coyne Racing | 26 | 5 | 0 | 28 |
| 2023 | Hy-Vee IndyCar Race Weekend Hy-Vee Perks Program 250 | Dale Coyne Racing | 13 | 17 | 0 | 11 |
| 2023 | Hy-Vee Homefront 250 | Dale Coyne Racing | 6 | 6 | 28 | 24 |
| 2023 | Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix | Dale Coyne Racing | 17 | 14 | 0 | 12 |
| 2023 | BitNile.com Grand Prix of Portland | Dale Coyne Racing | 15 | 15 | 0 | 11 |
| 2023 | VP Racing SportsCar Market Grand Prix | Dale Coyne Racing | 22 | 8 | 0 | 22 |
| 2023 | Snap-on Milwaukee Mile 250 | Dale Coyne Racing | 9 | 23 | 0 | 5 |
| 2023 | Bommarito Automotive Group 500 | Dale Coyne Racing | 20 | 1 | 10 | 50 |
| Year | Race | Team | Start | Finish | Laps Led | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Grand Prix of St. Petersburg | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 12 | 9 | 0 | 22 |
| 2024 | Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 15 | 10 | 0 | 20 |
| 2024 | Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 18 | 8 | 0 | 24 |
| 2024 | Sonsio Grand Prix | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 20 | 7 | 5 | 27 |
| 2024 | 108th Indianapolis 500 | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 12 | 9 | 0 | 23 |
| 2024 | Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 14 | 11 | 0 | 19 |
| 2024 | XPEL Grand Prix at Road America | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 9 | 6 | 10 | 30 |
| 2024 | Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 11 | 8 | 0 | 24 |
| 2024 | Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 16 | 10 | 0 | 20 |
| 2024 | Hy-Vee Homefront 250 (Iowa 1) | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 13 | 9 | 15 | 21 |
| 2024 | Hy-Vee IndyCar Race Weekend (Iowa 2) | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 8 | 5 | 0 | 25 |
| 2024 | Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 10 | 7 | 0 | 27 |
| 2024 | Grand Prix of Portland | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 7 | 4 | 20 | 32 |
| 2024 | Acura Grand Prix of Monterey | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 6 | 3 | 0 | 40 |
| 2024 | Bommarito Automotive Group 500 | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 5 | 2 | 30 | 35 |
| 2024 | Snap-on Milwaukee Mile 250 | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 4 | 6 | 0 | 30 |
| 2024 | Grand Prix of St. Louis | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 3 | 5 | 0 | 28 |
| Year | Race | Team | Start | Finish | Laps Led | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Grand Prix of St. Petersburg | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 17 | 13 | 0 | 17 |
| 2025 | Grand Prix of Thermal | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 12 | 18 | 0 | 12 |
| 2025 | Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 10 | 17 | 0 | 13 |
| 2025 | Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 20 | 16 | 0 | 14 |
| 2025 | Sonsio Grand Prix | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 26 | 23 | 0 | 7 |
| 2025 | 109th Indianapolis 500 | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 7 | 2 | 4 | 40 |
| 2025 | Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 2 | 14 | 0 | 16 |
| 2025 | XPEL Grand Prix at Road America | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 7 | 7 | 2 | 27 |
| 2025 | Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 14 | 17 | 0 | 13 |
| 2025 | Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 16 | 9 | 0 | 22 |
| 2025 | Hy-Vee Perks Program 250 (Iowa 1) | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 10 | 12 | 0 | 18 |
| 2025 | Hy-Vee Homefront 250 (Iowa 2) | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 3 | 4 | 0 | 32 |
| 2025 | Grand Prix of Portland | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 4 | 19 | 0 | 11 |
| 2025 | Grand Prix of Monterey | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 6 | 13 | 0 | 17 |
| 2025 | Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50 |
| 2025 | Snap-on Milwaukee Mile 250 (1) | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 2 | 8 | 25 | 25 |
| 2025 | Snap-on Milwaukee Mile 250 (2) | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 15 | 5 | 30 | 28 |
| 2025 | Bommarito Automotive Group 500 | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 5 | DNF | 0 | 0 (crash contact) |
Indianapolis 500 results
David Malukas made his Indianapolis 500 debut in 2022 and has entered the event four times through 2025, though he participated in three.[102] His best performance came in 2025 with a runner-up finish, marking the first top-five result of his Indy 500 career. Over three starts, Malukas has one top-five and one top-ten finish, with career winnings exceeding $1.5 million from the event.[2] The following table summarizes Malukas' Indianapolis 500 results:| Year | Team | Start | Finish | Status | Laps | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Dale Coyne Racing | 17 | 6 | Running | 200/200 | Qualified 17th; completed full distance in No. 18 Honda.[103] |
| 2023 | Dale Coyne Racing | 22 | 28 | Crash | 160/200 | Qualified 22nd; retired after contact.[104] |
| 2024 | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | - | - | DNP | 0/200 | Absent due to injury.[105] |
| 2025 | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | 7 | 2 | Running | 200/200 | Qualified 7th; led 4 laps in No. 4 Chevrolet, finished behind winner.[6][106] |
