Francisco Macedo described his first experience of FIA Formula 3 (F3) machinery as an unexpected but enjoyable opportunity after recording the fastest lap of Day 2 of the 2026 post-season testing at the Circuito de Jerez. The Portuguese driver received a late call-up from Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR) but quickly adapted to the car, setting…
Francisco Macedo secured the fastest lap of the 2026 FIA Formula 3 (F3) post-season test at Jerez, recording a 1:29.766 for Van Amersfoort Racing during Wednesday morning’s qualifying simulations. The Portuguese driver led a one-two for the Dutch outfit, finishing 0.169 seconds ahead of teammate Enzo Deligny. Rodin Motorsport’s Pedro Clerot completed the morning’s top…
Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR) has confirmed that Brazilian driver Pedro Lima will graduate to the FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) in 2027, continuing his partnership with the Dutch outfit for a second consecutive season. Lima becomes the team’s first confirmed driver for the upcoming championship, following his progression through Formula 4 competition in Brazil…
The 2027 FIA Formula 3 Championship (FIA F3) enters its ninth season under the current championship banner, continuing its role as one of the most important stepping stones on the road to Formula 1 (F1). Positioned directly below FIA Formula 2 (F2), the championship remains a crucial part of the FIA’s single-seater development pathway, offering…
The 2026 FIA Formula 3 (F3) Championship may have concluded at Madrid, but preparations for the 2027 season will begin with two days of post-season testing at the Circuito de Jerez on 20–21 October. All ten teams will return to the circuit, with 30 drivers participating in the first of two official tests scheduled for…
Emirati driver Rashid Al Dhaheri will step up to the FIA F3 Championship in 2027 with Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR), following an impressive campaign in the FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC). The 18-year-old Mercedes-AMG Formula 1 Junior Team driver joins the Dutch outfit after finishing fourth in the 2026 FREC standings, securing three victories,…
Sri Lankan driver Yevan David has joined Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR) for the 2027 Formula 3 (F3) season. It will be his second campaign in the category as he moves over from AIX Racing. The 19-year-old showed flashes of strong potential in his rookie season this year. In the Silverstone Sprint Race back in July,…
The F4 German Championship certified by FIA has confirmed a 14-team field for its 2027 season, with more than 70 potential entries applying to take part in the return of FIA-certified Formula 4 racing to Germany. Promoter GEDLICH Racing selected teams representing eight nations, including four German-based operations, for the championship’s first season. The grid…
Hiyu Yamakoshi has rated his 2026 rookie F3 campaign a “9 out of 10” after exceeding his own expectations with three podiums, a maiden pole position and several challenges for Feature Race victories during 2026. The Van Amersfoort Racing driver finished ninth in the Drivers’ Championship, scoring 71 points after a difficult Melbourne opener gave…
Hiyu Yamakoshi will step up to Formula 2 (F2) with Van Amersfoort Racing at the upcoming round in Baku, replacing Nicolás Varrone who announced his immediate departure from the team earlier today. The Japanese driver comes fresh off the Formula 3 season finale in Madrid, having completed his rookie campaign ninth in the Drivers’ Standings…
