Formula Lites
The Formula Lites series was a single-seater formula racing class launched for 2015. The series was sanctioned by SCCA Pro Racing.
| Category | Open wheeled |
|---|---|
| Country |  United States |
| Inaugural season | 2015 |
| Folded | 2016 |
| Constructors | Crawford Composites |
| Engine suppliers | Honda |
| Tyre suppliers | P |
| Official website | Formula Lites |
 Current season | |
History
The High Performance Group and Crawford Composites announced the creation of the Formula Lites Series in 2014. Dane Cameron debuted the car at Virginia International Raceway during the 2014 Ultimate Track Car Challenge.[1]
The first race of the Formula Lites Series was run at the Thompson Speedway Road Course. Driver Nick Neri won the inaugural event.[2]
The series saw only six entries at every race during its initial season. The 2016 schedule was announced but no races occurred, ending the series.
Car
The drivers all used the spec car, the Crawford FL-15, designed and constructed by Crawford Composites. The Crawford FL15 has a carbon fiber monocoque chassis built according to FIA F3 technical regulations. The car is powered by a 2.4 L Honda powerplant.[3] The 2.4 L Honda K24 engine will be built by Honda Performance Development.[4] The racing class was announced with the unveiling of the car at the North American Motorsports Expo.[5]
References
- "ULTIMATE TRACK CAR CHALLENGE PRESENTED BY GRASSROOTS MOTORSPORTS". Formula Lites. Archived from the original on 2 November 2014. Retrieved 19 August 2014.
- "2015 FORMULA LITES SERIES RACE RESULTS". Formula Lites. Retrieved 27 June 2015.
- "Crawford Composites launches "Formula Lites" class for SCCA Pro Racing". Racer. Archived from the original on 5 May 2014. Retrieved 21 June 2014.
- "Formula Lites Selects Honda Power". Formula Lites. Archived from the original on 2 November 2014. Retrieved 21 June 2014.
- "SCCA Adding Developmental Formula Series". National Speedsport News. Retrieved 21 June 2014.