DS PENSKE is proud to announce that rising motorsport talent Nikita Bedrin has joined the Penske Driver Development Program, marking an exciting new chapter in his career and a continued commitment from the team to nurture the next generation of racing talent.
With an impressive background in both karting and single-seaters, Bedrin has consistently demonstrated speed, skill, and determination. A multiple-time winner in international karting competitions, he made headlines by dominating the 2020 WSK Super Master Series (OK), where he won heats, qualifying sessions, prefinals, and finals over the final two rounds. More recently, he captured his first FIA Formula 3 Sprint Race victory in 2024, confirming his potential at the highest levels of junior single-seater racing.
As part of the Penske Driver Development Program, Bedrin will work closely with the Penske engineering team, contributing to simulator development and gaining valuable insight into the technical and strategic demands of electric racing at the elite level.
‘We’re thrilled to welcome Nikita into our development structure,” said Deputy Team Principal Phil Charles. “His talent is undeniable, and we believe he has the mindset and dedication to thrive within the Penske environment.’
To kick off his involvement with the team, Bedrin will take part in the official Formula E Rookie Test on Monday, 14 July 2025, at the Berlin Tempelhof circuit—his first on-track experience with DS PENSKE and a unique opportunity to familiarize himself with the demands of all-electric racing.
Nikita Bedrin – DS PENSKE Rookie Driver
‘I’m incredibly excited to join DS PENSKE for the Berlin Rookie Test. It’s a great opportunity to experience Formula E up close and work with such a forward-thinking and competitive team. I’m grateful to be part of the Penske Driver Development Program, it is a huge milestone in my career. I am thankful for the trust the team has placed in me and I can’t wait to get started.’