Formula V6 Asia
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Formula Asia V6 Renault, renamed Formula V6 Asia in 2007 by Motorsport Asia, was launched in 2006
and regulated by Motorsport Asia. It was a Formula Renault 3.5
that include also World Series by Renault
and the former Formula Renault V6 Eurocup
.
For the first time, Southeast Asian-based drivers were able to progress from karting, through the ranks of junior single seaters, and step up to a programme specifically designed to groom them for the pinnacle of international motorsport.
This Series was the latest addition to the Championships already organised by Motorsport Asia, namely the Asian Touring Car Championship
, Formula BMW Asia
and the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia in the region's leading motorsport event, the Asian Festival of Speed.
The first championship, in 2006
, was won by Indian driver Karun Chandhok, who beat fellow Asians Ananda Mikola
and Hanss Lin to win the title. The crowned driver was rewarded with a test in a World Series by Renault
car at Paul Ricard
.
The series was presumed to be defunct after the 2009 season, which was cut short after just two race meetings, and subsequently no information has been given by the organisers of the series.
Point system:
In each race, 1 point is allowed for pole position.
Drivers completed fewer than 90% of the race distance will not score points.
chassis carbon monocoque and a Nissan-sourced 3.5 L V6 engine. Michelin
is the tyres supplier.
2006 Formula V6 Asia by Renault season
The 2006 Formula V6 Asia season was the first season of the series. The season started on May 13-14 in Sepang and ended on October 21-22 in Zuhai.-Race calendar:-Full Series Results:...
and regulated by Motorsport Asia. 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...
and the former Formula Renault V6 Eurocup
Formula Renault V6 Eurocup
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...
.
For the first time, Southeast Asian-based drivers were able to progress from karting, through the ranks of junior single seaters, and step up to a programme specifically designed to groom them for the pinnacle of international motorsport.
This Series was the latest addition to the Championships already organised by Motorsport Asia, namely the Asian Touring Car Championship
Asian Touring Car Championship
The Asian Touring Car Series is a touring car racing series that takes place each year across several Asian nations. It includes events at circuits in Malaysia, China and Indonesia. It ran as the Asian Touring Car Championship between 2000-2001, and 2005-2006.The championship consists of three...
, Formula BMW Asia
Formula BMW
Formula BMW is a junior racing formula for single seater cars. It is positioned at the bottom of the motorsport career ladder alongside the longer established Formula Ford category...
and the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia in the region's leading motorsport event, the Asian Festival of Speed.
The first championship, in 2006
2006 Formula V6 Asia by Renault season
The 2006 Formula V6 Asia season was the first season of the series. The season started on May 13-14 in Sepang and ended on October 21-22 in Zuhai.-Race calendar:-Full Series Results:...
, was won by Indian driver Karun Chandhok, who beat fellow Asians Ananda Mikola
Ananda Mikola
Ananda Mikola is an Indonesian racecar driver.Mikola competed in the Italian and International Formula 3000 series from 1999 through 2001 and was champion of Asian F3 in the 2005 season. He was out of racing for a couple of seasons before driving for A1 Team Indonesia in A1GP. As of the April 2...
and Hanss Lin to win the title. The crowned driver was rewarded with a test in a 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...
car at Paul Ricard
Circuit Paul Ricard
The Paul Ricard Circuit is a motorsport race track built at Le Castellet, near Marseille, France, in 1969 with finance from the eccentric drinks magnate Paul Ricard, who created what essentially became Pernod Ricard...
.
The series was presumed to be defunct after the 2009 season, which was cut short after just two race meetings, and subsequently no information has been given by the organisers of the series.
Races program
Each venue include two races:- The Super Sprint with rolling start between 60 and 90 km, and over a maximum racing duration of 30 min.
- The Grand Race with standing start between 100 and 130 km, and over a maximum racing duration of 45 min.
Point system:
| Position | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | 6th | 7th | 8th | 9th | 10th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Points | 15 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
In each race, 1 point is allowed for pole position.
Drivers completed fewer than 90% of the race distance will not score points.
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 carbon 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...
is 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, 370 hp - 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 2006 Formula V6 Asia by Renault season The 2006 Formula V6 Asia season was the first season of the series. The season started on May 13-14 in Sepang and ended on October 21-22 in Zuhai.-Race calendar:-Full Series Results:... |
Formula V6 Asia by Renault |  Karun Chandhok |
 Team E-Rain |
| 2007 2007 Formula Renault V6 Asia Championship The 2007 Formula V6 Asia season took place in 5 Asian countries. The season started on May 5-6 in Sepang and ended on November 3-4 in Zuhai.British driver James Winslow was crowned the 2007 Formula V6 Asia Champion after last round of the championship.... |
Formula Renault V6 Asia Championship | James Winslow James Winslow James Winslow is a British racing driver. He is the winner of four motorsport championships and currently competes in the Firestone Indy Lights series and the Australian Drivers' Championship.-2004-2008:... |
 Team MeritusTeam Meritus MY QI-Meritus.Mahara is a Malaysian motor racing team, primarily competing in the GP2 Asia Series. The team is owned by Peter Thompson and Firhat Mokhzani, and managed by engineer Mario Cambiaghi and Alessandro Brambilla. The team was founded as Qi-Meritus Mahara in 2003.- External links :*... |
| 2008 2008 Formula V6 Asia season The 2008 Formula V6 Asia season took place in 4 Asian countries. The season started on May 16-18 in Sepang and ended on November 21-23 in Shanghai.-Race calendar:... |
Formula V6 Asia |  James GrunwellJames Grunwell James Dominic Grunwell is a young British motor racer, who has lived most of his life in Thailand.-2003:In early 2003, James entered his first official race where the Champion Racing Team was formed under the support of Champion Ferodo.At the age of 14, James entered The Thailand Under 18 100cc... |
TPC Team QI-Meritus Team Meritus MY QI-Meritus.Mahara is a Malaysian motor racing team, primarily competing in the GP2 Asia Series. The team is owned by Peter Thompson and Firhat Mokhzani, and managed by engineer Mario Cambiaghi and Alessandro Brambilla. The team was founded as Qi-Meritus Mahara in 2003.- External links :*... |
| 2009 2009 Formula V6 Asia season The 2009 Formula V6 Asia season was the fourth Formula V6 Asia championship. The season started on the weekend of May 29–31 at Sepang, but the series was eventually cancelled after four races, making Hamad Al Fardan, who won all four races, the season champion.-Race calendar:-Full Series... |
Formula V6 Asia |  Hamad Al FardanHamad Al Fardan Hamad Al Fardan is a Bahraini racing driver. He is the first Bahraini to drive at GP2 Series level.-Formula BMW:... |
 Dyna Ten Motorsport |
External links
- afos.com/fv6, official Formula V6 Asia web site.
- afos.com/ma, official Motorsport Asia web site.
- Complete regulations