Formula Vee in Australia
Formula Vee, a low-cost form of open-wheeler circuit racing based on parts from the Volkswagen Beetle, was first raced in Australia in 1965.[1]
In 2004, Australian Formula Vee instituted a switch from the original 1200cc engine to the later 1600cc Beetle engine and gradually introduced other modern components (such as disc brakes) to ensure the continued availability of parts.[1] The resulting cars are similar to Formula First vehicles raced in the US and New Zealand. As of 2024, 1200cc cars are still permitted to run and a separate class result is recorded for the slower 1200cc category.
Competition
[edit]As of 2024, Formula Vees are raced in state-based racing series in every Australian state,[2][3][4][5][6][7] as well as a single round "National Challenge" and a four-round national series, part of which runs as part of the Hi-Tec Oils Super Series and is televised on SBS Australia.
External links
[edit]- Formula Vee Australia [1] https://www.fvee.org.au/
References
[edit]- ^ a b "About". Formula Vee Australia. Archived from the original on 1 June 2024. Retrieved 2 November 2024.
- ^ "2024 Calendar". Formula Vee Victoria. Archived from the original on 4 October 2024. Retrieved 2 November 2024.
- ^ "2024 Formula Vee Tasmanian Super Series". RacingCalendar.net. Retrieved 2024-11-02.
- ^ "Open State Pointscore". old.fvansw.asn.au. Retrieved 2024-11-02.
- ^ "Races – Formula Vee Queensland". Retrieved 2024-11-02.
- ^ "Calendar – Formula Vee South Australia". Retrieved 2024-11-02.
- ^ "Events | Formula Vee Association of Western Australia". Retrieved 2024-11-02.
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