Josef Newgarden, the 2011 Indy Lights champion, in his sixth full-time season in the IndyCar Series, won the championship.

It was Newgarden's first season as part of Team Penske, and he collected four wins, one pole position, and ten top-five finishes.

Simon Pagenaud entered the season as the defending IndyCar champion, and finished second in points behind his teammate Newgarden.

The following teams, entries, and drivers have been announced to compete in the 2017 Verizon IndyCar Series season.

All teams will use a spec Dallara DW12 chassis with manufacturer aero kits and Firestone tires.