Formula Renault V6 Eurocup
Encyclopedia
Formula Renault V6 Eurocup is a former type of formula racing
, active from 2003 to 2004, started by Renault
as a support series in Eurosport's Super Racing Weekends (ETCC
and FIA GT Championship
). It was a Formula Renault 3.5
that include also World Series by Renault
(since 2005) and Formula Asia V6 by Renault (since 2006).
In 2005, Renault left the Super Racing Weekend and started the World Series by Renault
, organized by Renault Sport
and RPM, merging both the World Series by Nissan
(whose engine contract had finished) and Renault V6 Eurocup.
and one compulsory pit stops, followed by the Super Sprint, between 80 and 90 km or 30 minutes with a rolling start
.
Points are awarded to the first ten drivers in each race, 30 points for the winner, followed by: 24, 20, 16, 12, 10, 8, 6, 4, 2. An extra 2 points are awarded to the driver that make the pole position in each race and, only in 2003
, 2 points for the fastest lap in each race.
chassis carbone monocoque and a Nissan-sourced 3.5 L V6 engine. Michelin
was the tyres supplier.
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...
, active from 2003 to 2004, started by Renault
Renault
Renault S.A. is a French automaker producing cars, vans, and in the past, autorail vehicles, trucks, tractors, vans and also buses/coaches. Its alliance with Nissan makes it the world's third largest automaker...
as a support series in Eurosport's Super Racing Weekends (ETCC
European Touring Car Championship
The European Touring Car Championship was an international touring car racing series organised by the FIA. It had two incarnations, the first one between 1963 and 1988, and the second between 2000 and 2004...
and FIA GT Championship
FIA GT Championship
The FIA GT Championship was a sports car racing series organized by the Stéphane Ratel Organisation at the behest of the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile . The championship was mostly concentrated in Europe, but throughout the years has visited other continents including Asia and South...
). It was a Formula Renault 3.5
Formula Renault
Formula Renault is a class of formula racing founded in 1971. It is popular in Europe and other countries. Regarded as an entry-level series to motor racing, it is a respected series where drivers can learn advanced racecraft before moving on to Formula Three, World Series by Renault, GP2 or...
that include also World Series by Renault
World Series by Renault
The World Series by Renault, formerly the World Series by Nissan from 1998 to 2004, is a motor racing series. The series consists of the flagship Formula Renault 3.5 Series , the Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 and the Eurocup Mégane Trophy...
(since 2005) and Formula Asia V6 by Renault (since 2006).
In 2005, Renault left the Super Racing Weekend and started the World Series by Renault
World Series by Renault
The World Series by Renault, formerly the World Series by Nissan from 1998 to 2004, is a motor racing series. The series consists of the flagship Formula Renault 3.5 Series , the Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 and the Eurocup Mégane Trophy...
, organized by Renault Sport
Renault Sport
Renault Sport Technologies is the France motorsport division of Renault. Renault Sport was responsible for Renault's sports car racing entries during the 1970s, including their win at the 1978 24 Hours of Le Mans race with the Renault Alpine A442.Actual Renault's Formula One team, Renault F1 in...
and RPM, merging both the World Series by Nissan
World Series by Renault
The World Series by Renault, formerly the World Series by Nissan from 1998 to 2004, is a motor racing series. The series consists of the flagship Formula Renault 3.5 Series , the Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 and the Eurocup Mégane Trophy...
(whose engine contract had finished) and Renault V6 Eurocup.
Race weekend
Each starting grid is determined by a qualification session. There are two rounds in each venue. The Grand Race is between 120km and 130 km or 45 minutes with a standing startStanding start
A standing start is a type of start in auto racing events, in which cars are stationary when the race begins. In a standing start, cars are completely still when a green signal is given to start the race, often preceded by a set of lights...
and one compulsory pit stops, followed by the Super Sprint, between 80 and 90 km or 30 minutes with a rolling start
Rolling start
A rolling start is one of two modes of initiating or restarting an auto race; the other mode is the standing start. In a rolling start, the cars are ordered on the track and are led on a certain number of laps at a pre-determined safe speed by the safety car or pace car...
.
Points are awarded to the first ten drivers in each race, 30 points for the winner, followed by: 24, 20, 16, 12, 10, 8, 6, 4, 2. An extra 2 points are awarded to the driver that make the pole position in each race and, only in 2003
2003 Formula Renault V6 Eurocup season
The 2003 Formula Renault V6 Eurocup season began on April, 5 at Circuit de Catalunya. 2003 was the first season of this championship created by Renault as a support series in Eurosport's Super Racing Weekends...
, 2 points for the fastest lap in each race.
Cars
The series ran with TatuusTatuus
Tatuus is an Italian chassis manufacturer for a series of formula racing series, being first founded in 1980. The company is being known for its association with Renault Sport for its production of the Formula Renault chassis.-Vehicles Produced:...
chassis carbone monocoque and a Nissan-sourced 3.5 L V6 engine. Michelin
Michelin
Michelin is a tyre manufacturer based in Clermont-Ferrand in the Auvergne région of France. It is one of the two largest tyre manufacturers in the world along with Bridgestone. In addition to the Michelin brand, it also owns the BFGoodrich, Kleber, Riken, Kormoran and Uniroyal tyre brands...
was the tyres supplier.
- Engine : RenaultRenaultRenault S.A. is a French automaker producing cars, vans, and in the past, autorail vehicles, trucks, tractors, vans and also buses/coaches. Its alliance with Nissan makes it the world's third largest automaker...
Type V4Y RS, 60° V6, 3498 cc, 370hp - Chassis : TatuusTatuusTatuus is an Italian chassis manufacturer for a series of formula racing series, being first founded in 1980. The company is being known for its association with Renault Sport for its production of the Formula Renault chassis.-Vehicles Produced:...
Carbon-fibre Monocoque, carbon and fibreglass bodywork - Width : 1850 mm (72.8") maximum
- Wheelbase : 3000 mm
- Track : 1579 mm (front) and 1536 mm (rear)
- Weight: 590 kg
- Fuel : 90 litres
- Suspension front and rear with torsion bar, push-rod, twin struts
- Telemetry, and steering wheelSteering wheelA steering wheel is a type of steering control in vehicles and vessels ....
- Sequential manual transmissionSequential manual transmissionA sequential manual transmission is a type of manual transmission used on motorcycles and high-performance cars for auto racing, where gears are selected in order, and direct access to specific gears is not possible....
, six gears - Wheels : Single piece magnesium with central nut, 10 x 13 (front) and 13 x 13 (rear)
- Tyres : MichelinMichelinMichelin is a tyre manufacturer based in Clermont-Ferrand in the Auvergne région of France. It is one of the two largest tyre manufacturers in the world along with Bridgestone. In addition to the Michelin brand, it also owns the BFGoodrich, Kleber, Riken, Kormoran and Uniroyal tyre brands...
dry and rain, 24 x 57 x 13 (front) and 31 x 60 x 13 (rear)
Champions
| Season | Series Name | Champion | Team Champion |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 2003 Formula Renault V6 Eurocup season The 2003 Formula Renault V6 Eurocup season began on April, 5 at Circuit de Catalunya. 2003 was the first season of this championship created by Renault as a support series in Eurosport's Super Racing Weekends... |
Eurocup Formula Renault |  José María LópezJosé María López José María "Pechito" López is a race car driver. He raced in the 2006 GP2 Series for the Super Nova team, and previously for the DAMS team, and the CMS team in Formula 3000. He was also at Renault F1 as a test driver... |
 ARTA-Signature |
| 2004 2004 Formula Renault V6 Eurocup season The 2004 Formula Renault V6 Eurocup season began on the weekend of March 27 at Monza. 2004 was the last season of this championship because Renault created World Series by Renault in 2005, merging Formula Renault V6 Eurocup and World Series by Nissan... |
Eurocup Formula Renault |  Giorgio MondiniGiorgio Mondini Giorgio Mondini is an Automobile racing driver from Geneva, Switzerland.-Career:Mondini began his competitive racing career at the age of 21, when he came 26th in the Formula Renault 2000 Eurocup series. In 2002 he made his way up to 17th place, before moving on to Formula Renault V6 Eurocup... |
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External links
- Formula Renault V6 Eurocup at Renault-Sport official web site
- Tatuus official web site
- Complete regulations: