ART Grand Prix announced that young Japanese driver, Taito Kato, will join the team for the 2025 season, competing in both the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine (FRECA) and the Formula Regional Middle East Championship (FRMEC).
 

After a few years in karting and at just 17, Kato has already demonstrated immense promise with standout performances in the FIA French F4 championship, winning the championship title thanks to his consistency, and determination. Kato is now ready to make a strong impact in these highly competitive series.
 

Taito Kato’s entry into FRECA and FRMEC marks another milestone in his journey toward motorsport’s upper echelons. With the combination of his talent and ART Grand Prix’s expertise, the 2025 season promises to be an exciting chapter for the young Japanese driver.
 

Taito Kato:
“I am thrilled to join ART Grand Prix for the 2025 season. This team has a long history of success and developing top talent. I am confident that their expertise will help me grow as a driver and achieve my goals. I can’t wait to get started and represent Japan on the international stage.”
 

Sebastien Philippe:
“We are delighted to welcome Taito to the team. His performance and attitude have impressed us, and we believe he has the potential to deliver great results in both FRECA and FRMEC. We are excited to work with him in this crucial phase of his career.”