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IPS: American Spirit Signs Allemann
Swiss female racer to make series debut.
Kevin Krefting  |  Posted January 17, 2008   Indianapolis, Ind.
Swiss racer Allemann will make her stateside debut this season. (IPS image)

American Spirit Racing announced that it has signed 21-year-old Swiss racer Cyndie Allemann to compete in the Indy Pro Series in 2008.

Allemann, a former Swiss karting champion and Formula 3 competitor, will drive the No. 18 entry for the Jon Lewis-owned team.

"We are very excited to have Cyndie on our team," Lewis said. "She's not only a very talented driver but an extremely personable young lady. I know she will be a huge hit with the fans and I have no doubt that with her racing background, she will be a formidable competitor on the track and a strong rookie of the year candidate."

Allemann, a native of Moutier, Switzerland, has competed in some of Europe's top junior formulas, including German Formula Renault 2.0, German Formula 3 and the Formula 3 Euroseries. She recently relocated to Florida from Switzerland to be with the team during pre-season testing.

"I am really exited to race in the Indy Pro Series in 2008 with a very competitive team," Allemann said. "I really feel comfortable at team and with the team owner Jon Lewis. I'm looking forward to start testing soon."

In addition to a new driver, American Spirit Racing, which operated under the Team KMA Racing banner in 2008, has revamped its operation for 2008 with the addition of several new team members, including veteran IndyCar Series owner and mechanic Paul Diatlovich. He will serve as crew chief for the team.

In addition, American Spirit Racing will pair up with Diatlovich's PDM Racing to field an entry in the 2008 Indianapolis 500.
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