Fan Force United fielded an entry for Jean Alesi in the 2012 Indianapolis 500 with backing from Lotus and sponsorship from F. P. Journe. The Dallara DW12 car was a Lotus test chassis and the team hired Buddy Lazier as a driving coach. Additional team personnel that were hired included Greg Beck, Ted Bitting, and Tim Wardrop. Fines against the team totaled $65,000, $50,000 for weight issues, and $15,000 for other technical issues. The team qualified last with a speed of 210.094 miles across four laps and were over 16 mph slower than pole speed. The Lotus engine manufactured by John Judd was underpowered and caused Alesi to have safety concerns. Lotus was given no extra engine boost for the race, and Alesi was black flagged for running 15 mph slower than the leaders, in violation of the 105 percent limit. The team finished nine laps and was scored last in 33rd place. Lazier Partners Racing purchased the chassis to compete with in the 2013 Indianapolis 500.