History of Caio Collet in Timeline

Caio Collet is a Brazilian racing driver currently competing in the IndyCar Series, driving for A. J. Foyt Racing. He is a professional athlete in the world of motorsports.

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April 2002: Caio Collet's Birth

In April 2002, Caio Jotta Collet was born. He is a Brazilian racing driver.

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2012: Formula One Car Demo Run

In 2012, Caio Collet had his first experience in a Formula One car with a demo run in the Lotus E20 at Ibirapuera Park.

2016: Signed to Birel ART Team

In 2016, Caio Collet's performances led him to being signed to the Birel ART team and eventually Nicolas Todt's All Road Management scheme.

2017: Formula 4 UAE Championship Debut

At the start of 2018, Caio Collet made his single-seater debut for Silberpfeil Energy Dubai in the 2017–18 Formula 4 UAE Championship, finishing his first race in third position.

2018: Formula 4 UAE Championship Debut

At the start of 2018, Caio Collet made his single-seater debut for Silberpfeil Energy Dubai in the 2017–18 Formula 4 UAE Championship, finishing his first race in third position.

2018: French F4 Championship Success

Due to his success in the 2018 French F4 Championship, Collet was given a drive in the 2019 Formula Renault Eurocup championship.

2018: Single-Seater Debut and French F4 Title

In 2018, Caio Collet began his single-seater career and won the French F4 title that year.

2019: Formula Renault Eurocup

In 2019, Caio Collet raced in the Formula Renault Eurocup championship with R-ace GP, achieving his first podium at Monaco and finishing the season with five podiums and fifth place in the standings.

2019: Signed by Renault Sport Academy

In 2019, Caio Collet was signed by the Renault Sport Academy.

October 2020: Post-Season Testing

In October 2020, Caio Collet participated in post-season tests at Catalunya with MP Motorsport and at Jerez with Prema Racing.

2020: Formula Renault Eurocup Season

During the 2020 Formula Renault Eurocup season, Caio Collet achieved his first Eurocup victory at the Imola Circuit and had multiple podiums and wins, but ultimately finished as runner-up to Victor Martins after a series of challenging races and mechanical issues.

2020: Toyota Racing Series

In 2020, Caio Collet competed in the Toyota Racing Series for MTEC Motorsport, where he initially won a race but received a penalty, and later secured a victory at Teretonga Park, ultimately finishing seventh overall.

2020: Joining MP Motorsport for 2021 Season

On February 10, 2021, it was announced that Caio Collet would race for MP Motorsport in the 2021 season, partnering with Victor Martins and Tijmen van der Helm.

February 2021: Joining MP Motorsport for 2021 Season

On February 10, 2021, Caio Collet's move to MP Motorsport was announced, to race in the 2021 season.

2021: FIA Formula 3 Debut

In 2021, Caio Collet began racing in FIA Formula 3.

2021: Alpine Academy Inclusion

In 2021, Caio Collet was included in the Alpine Academy lineup after it was rebranded from Renault Sport Academy.

2022: MP Motorsport Season

In 2022, Caio Collet was retained by MP Motorsport, aiming to lead the team in his sophomore season, and achieved a podium in Barcelona.

October 2023: Indy NXT Test with HMD Motorsports

In October 2023, Caio Collet participated in the Indy NXT Chris Griffis Memorial Test at Indianapolis, driving for HMD Motorsports.

2023: Departure from Alpine Academy

At the start of 2023, Caio Collet was dropped from the Alpine Academy, though he remained in contact and linked to Alpine.

2023: FIA Formula 3 Racing

In 2023, Caio Collet continued racing in FIA Formula 3, taking three wins during his time in the series.

2023: Formula 3 Season with Van Amersfoort Racing

In 2023, Caio Collet switched to Van Amersfoort Racing for his third Formula 3 season, experiencing mixed results with a podium in Bahrain but facing challenges in other races due to collisions and punctures.

January 2024: Named Nissan Formula E Team Reserve Driver

In January 2024, Caio Collet was named as the reserve and simulator driver for the Nissan Formula E Team and participated in the rookie free practice session at the Misano ePrix.

2024: Indy NXT Season

In 2024, Caio Collet competed in Indy NXT with HMD Motorsports, achieving his maiden pole and win at Mid-Ohio, and ultimately finishing third in the standings as the highest rookie with one win and six podiums.

2024: Formula E Debut with Nissan

In 2024, Caio Collet made his Formula E debut with Nissan at the Portland ePrix, while serving as the reserve and simulator driver for the Nissan Formula E Team.

2024: Race Debut at Portland ePrix

In 2024, Caio Collet made his race debut at the Portland ePrix, deputizing for Oliver Rowland and finishing in eighteenth and sixteenth positions.

October 2025: First IndyCar Test

In October 2025, Caio Collet experienced his first IndyCar test in Mid-Ohio, driving for A. J. Foyt Racing.

2025: Focus on Indy NXT Campaign

In 2025, Caio Collet opted not to remain in the Nissan reserve driver role, preferring to focus solely on his main Indy NXT campaign.

2025: Indy NXT Season with HMD Motorsports

In 2025, Caio Collet re-signed with HMD Motorsports for the Indy NXT season, securing a win at Road America and finishing as runner-up to Dennis Hauger with three wins, three poles, and nine podiums.