Category Open-wheeler Inaugural season 1971 | Country New Zealand Drivers' champion Liam Lawson | |
The MTA New Zealand Formula Ford Championship has been held annually in New Zealand racing circuits.
History
Formula Ford emerged as a racing class in New Zealand. In 1972, the inaugural New Zealand Formula Ford championship won by David Oxton. The open wheel category rapidly developed into the series for emerging young New Zealand race drivers. Graduates include Brendon Hartley, David Oxton, Dave McMillan, Scott Dixon, Fabian Coulthard and Jonny Reid.
References
New Zealand Formula Ford Championship Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA