What is Formula First?
Formula First is a non-winged, open wheeled road racing class sanctioned by the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA). The car is powered by a Volkswagen 1600cc air cooled flat four engine.
The rules are made to control costs and put the emphasis on driver ability and not budget. The rules require a tubular space frame chassis and the use of many standard VW components. The tuning of the engine is controlled through the use of a carburetor restrictor. Even given these restrictions the performance of a Formula First on a road course is remarkable.
Watch an in-car lap of Mid Ohio Sports Car Course in a Mission Formula First here. For more information on Formula First check the Links page.
MRC-09 Brainard International Raceway July 2010
