Formula RUS
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Formula RUS was a Russia
n formula racing
class, corresponding to FIA's Formula Е category. The class was designed to help beginners and young karters
make an easy transition to auto racing
. The series ran from 2002 to 2007.
In the five short years of its existence Formula RUS has become a unique and full-fledged motor racing series, for which there are no parallels in the Russian Federation – Formula RUS has gained a steady stream of admirers both at the circuit and also complimented with regular broadcasting on Russian and European television.
The basic concept and mission of Formula RUS is to provide a practical and realistic platform for the novice racing driver, with an emphasis on the provision of a sound education and development of race craft. This allows the talented driver to propel him or herself on their way into the exciting world of international motor racing.
For many young, aspiring racing talents Formula RUS has been the first step into the world of racing. Over the last few years it has helped open up the door to a long and hard road for a number of drivers, some of whom have achieved varying degrees of success. Previous Formula RUS drivers are already appearing on some of the pages of the western press alongside those of their internationally recognised peers.
In 1999 (and for the very first time in Russian motor racing history), the concept of a mono-class, low budget, racing car first came about, and as a direct result of this concept and idea, the first batch of cars were produced. Formula RUS came to life. The car was designed so that it could be used for training drivers with very little racing experience and also for the purpose of taking part in official competitions. This project was completely carried out by AKKS Motorsport in 2001.
Since 2002 and after having undergone a full and thorough testing programme Formula RUS now has over seventy cars in its stable – over thirty of which are in operation at any one time, the series has now established its reputation for safety and reliability and as a car that is easy to maintain.
Additionally, since 2002, Formula RUS has carried out the «Formula RUS Championship», which in 2003 was granted the status of the Championship of Russia.
During the five years of its existence, the formula has taken part in more than seventy races and carried out more than one hundred and seventy testing days. The series has also trained over two hundred and sixty racing drivers of ages ranging from sixteen to sixty – all of them with various degrees of racing skills and abilities and from the many various regions of the Russian Federation and the CIS.
Almost all of the current, successful and well known Russian racing drivers, owe the start of their careers in motorsport to Formula RUS, notable names include: Sergey Afanasyev
, Sergey Romaschenko, Daniil Move
, Ivan Samarin
, Vitaly Petrov
, Evgeniy Novikov, Kirill Ovcharenko, Maxim Travin, Sergey Mokshantsev
, Yuri Baiborodov
, Alexander Tyuryumin
, Viktor Antonov, and David Мarkоzоv.
All of these racing drivers are now widely known and respected throughout Europe, their reputation has been achieved with the help and training of Formula RUS the series which all other class’s of Russian motor sports can only envy and aspire to.
In 2007 Formula RUS, continues to go from strength to strength, with regional and national TV and media coverage – coupled with more young and aspiring drivers; joining the Formula RUS team.
Russia
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n formula racing
Formula racing
Formula racing is a term that refers to various forms of open wheeled single seater motorsport. Its origin lies in the nomenclature that was adopted by the FIA for all of its post-World War II single seater regulations, or formulae. The best known of these formulæ are Formula One, Formula Two, and...
class, corresponding to FIA's Formula Е category. The class was designed to help beginners and young karters
Kart racing
Kart racing or karting is a variant of open-wheel motorsport with small, open, four-wheeled vehicles called karts, go-karts, or gearbox/shifter karts depending on the design. They are usually raced on scaled-down circuits...
make an easy transition to auto racing
Auto racing
Auto racing is a motorsport involving the racing of cars for competition. It is one of the world's most watched televised sports.-The beginning of racing:...
. The series ran from 2002 to 2007.
Formula RUS Championship
The Formula RUS Championship is a single-make Formula RUS series. Teams and drivers are restricted from making any changes to the car. The series organizers provide technical service to series participants and guarantee that all cars are identical, including car setup.In the five short years of its existence Formula RUS has become a unique and full-fledged motor racing series, for which there are no parallels in the Russian Federation – Formula RUS has gained a steady stream of admirers both at the circuit and also complimented with regular broadcasting on Russian and European television.
The basic concept and mission of Formula RUS is to provide a practical and realistic platform for the novice racing driver, with an emphasis on the provision of a sound education and development of race craft. This allows the talented driver to propel him or herself on their way into the exciting world of international motor racing.
For many young, aspiring racing talents Formula RUS has been the first step into the world of racing. Over the last few years it has helped open up the door to a long and hard road for a number of drivers, some of whom have achieved varying degrees of success. Previous Formula RUS drivers are already appearing on some of the pages of the western press alongside those of their internationally recognised peers.
In 1999 (and for the very first time in Russian motor racing history), the concept of a mono-class, low budget, racing car first came about, and as a direct result of this concept and idea, the first batch of cars were produced. Formula RUS came to life. The car was designed so that it could be used for training drivers with very little racing experience and also for the purpose of taking part in official competitions. This project was completely carried out by AKKS Motorsport in 2001.
Since 2002 and after having undergone a full and thorough testing programme Formula RUS now has over seventy cars in its stable – over thirty of which are in operation at any one time, the series has now established its reputation for safety and reliability and as a car that is easy to maintain.
Additionally, since 2002, Formula RUS has carried out the «Formula RUS Championship», which in 2003 was granted the status of the Championship of Russia.
During the five years of its existence, the formula has taken part in more than seventy races and carried out more than one hundred and seventy testing days. The series has also trained over two hundred and sixty racing drivers of ages ranging from sixteen to sixty – all of them with various degrees of racing skills and abilities and from the many various regions of the Russian Federation and the CIS.
Almost all of the current, successful and well known Russian racing drivers, owe the start of their careers in motorsport to Formula RUS, notable names include: Sergey Afanasyev
Sergey Afanasyev (racing driver)
Sergey Andreyevich Afanasiev is a Russian racing driver, holder of honour "Master of sports of Russia".-Early career & Formula Renault:Afanasiev began his racing career in 2003 in the Formula RUS. That year saw him take three wins in this series and he took championship title...
, Sergey Romaschenko, Daniil Move
Daniil Move
-Early career:Move began his racing career in 2004, where he finished as runner–up in the Formula RUS series. The following year he stepped up to the Formula 1600 Russia championship, finishing in 12th place, with current Lotus Renault GP driver Vitaly Petrov taking the title...
, Ivan Samarin
Ivan Samarin
Ivan Alexeyevich Samarin is an Russian racing driver, holder of the honour of "Master of sports of Russia".-Early career:Samarin competed in karting from 1998 to 2003. He began his formula racing career in the 2004 Formula RUS season, finishing fourth overall in the championship standings...
, Vitaly Petrov
Vitaly Petrov
Vitaly Alexandrovich Petrov is a Russian Formula One racing driver, currently driving for the Lotus Renault GP team. He is known as "Vyborg Rocket" in Russia. He is, to date, the only Russian to have competed in the Formula One World Championship....
, Evgeniy Novikov, Kirill Ovcharenko, Maxim Travin, Sergey Mokshantsev
Sergey Mokshantsev
Sergey Mokshantsev is a Russian racing driver from Moscow. After karting, he began his auto racing career in the Formula RUS series in 2006. He continued in the series in 2007 as well as making his debut in the Italian Formula Three Championship...
, Yuri Baiborodov
Yuri Baiborodov
Yuri Baiborodov is a Russian racing driver. He raced with the Lukoil Racing Team in the German Formula Renault 2000 and Formula Renault 2000 Eurocup during 2004. He was the 2003 Formula RUS champion.-External links:*...
, Alexander Tyuryumin
Alexander Tyuryumin
Alexander Vladimirovich Tyuryumin is a Russian auto racing driver. He had no karting experience in his childhood but at the age of 21 he showed good results in recreational karting and hence he decided to try racing. His racing debut happened in the Russian VW Polo cup...
, Viktor Antonov, and David Мarkоzоv.
All of these racing drivers are now widely known and respected throughout Europe, their reputation has been achieved with the help and training of Formula RUS the series which all other class’s of Russian motor sports can only envy and aspire to.
In 2007 Formula RUS, continues to go from strength to strength, with regional and national TV and media coverage – coupled with more young and aspiring drivers; joining the Formula RUS team.
Technical specification
- Formula Rus racing car, model FR 02/2 has been developed and is being manufactured by “AKKC Motorsport”, a structural division of “Rash’n’Race”. “AKKC Motorsport” is an exclusive manufacturer of components and spare parts.
- The car is designed to take part in auto racing events on designated circuits.
- Type – single-seater racing car with open wheels. According to FIA classification, this car belongs to group “E” and complies with the safety requirements.
- The chassis is a frame made of rectangular section steel pipes with aluminium bearing panels and fibreglass fairings.
- There are seven main colour options for fairings – black, white, blue, orange, yellow, green, and red.
Champions
| Season | Champion | Team Champion |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 |  Roman Shestakov |
RUZKOM Motorsport |
| 2003 | Yuri Baiborodov Yuri Baiborodov Yuri Baiborodov is a Russian racing driver. He raced with the Lukoil Racing Team in the German Formula Renault 2000 and Formula Renault 2000 Eurocup during 2004. He was the 2003 Formula RUS champion.-External links:*... |
Lukoil-Serebryaniy dojd'-junior |
| 2004 | Sergey Afanasyev Sergey Afanasyev (racing driver) Sergey Andreyevich Afanasiev is a Russian racing driver, holder of honour "Master of sports of Russia".-Early career & Formula Renault:Afanasiev began his racing career in 2003 in the Formula RUS. That year saw him take three wins in this series and he took championship title... |
Lukoil Racing Team Junior |
| 2005 | Sergey Romaschenko |
Lukoil Racing Team Junior |
| 2006 | Kirill Ovcharenko |
OK Racing Team |
| 2007 2007 Formula Rus season The 2007 season of Formula RUS motor racing, a Russian formula racing class.- Race 1 :- Race 2 :- Qualifying :Qualifying 1 top 5 results- Race 1 :Sergey Mokshantsev has won both heats of season opening racing held at ADM racetrack... |
Maxim Travin |
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