MTS US, an Italian-based motorsport training school that opened in Indianapolis in May, graduated its first U.S. class on Sunday, June 29. Ten students – from Indiana, North Carolina, New York, and Wisconsin – received diplomas during a ceremony held at the MTS Training Center at 4007 Guion Lane in Indianapolis.
MTS US offers hands-on training for aspiring race mechanics and data engineers. Founded by professional driver and racing team manager Eugenia Capanna, MTS is internationally recognized for preparing students for careers with teams in F1, MotoGP, IndyCar, and other top racing series.
“Since opening our doors in Indianapolis, we’ve dreamed of this moment: seeing our very first group of students cross the finish line,” says Capanna. “Their hard work, resilience, and commitment have set the standard for every class that will follow. They are not just graduates—they are the foundation of our legacy in the Racing Capital of the World.”
21-year-old Ryley Lynch graduated from Hamilton Southeastern High School. Lynch has been working as a mobile technician at a local car dealership. He’ll start a new job next week with Graham Rahal Performance where he’ll get to work on high-performance vehicles like Porsche and Lamborghini, applying a wide range of mechanical, fabrication, and design skills.
“I’ve always loved motorsports, but it seemed like a hard industry to break into,” Lynch says. “MTS gave me the only real opportunity I’ve seen to do it. The people I got to learn from—some of them I never imagined I’d even meet in my lifetime, let alone work with side by side.” One of those instructors was Brad Kettler, a mechanic, crew chief, race engineer, and technical director for several Le Mans-winning teams. “He has the kind of spark and drive I recognize in myself,” Lynch adds.
Over the past several months Kettler, and other industry pros, helped students gain real-world experience working on live race cars in both shop and track settings. Last week, they completed a full-dress rehearsal at Putnam Park Road Course in Whitestown, practicing pit stops, setup procedures, and receiving feedback from professional drivers.
As MTS builds its footprint in the U.S., Capanna says momentum is growing: “Our graduates represent the future of motorsports—highly trained, technically skilled, and ready to contribute. We’re proud to be a resource for teams and the racing community.”
Applications are open for the next cohort, which begins August 22. MTS expects to enroll 15–30 students in the mechanical program and 5–10 in the data engineering track.
For more information or to apply, visit:https://mtschool.it/usa-students/
About MTS School
Founded by Eugenia Capanna, MTS School is an Italian-based institution dedicated to preparing mechanics and engineers for the global motorsport industry. With a proven 80% placement rate, MTS combines technical training and real-world experience to develop the next generation of motorsport professionals.