EuroNASCAR announced its entry into a “new era” with changes such as its rebranding to the NASCAR Euro Series and teasing the arrival of the GEN3 race car.
EuroNASCAR has officially started a “new era”, courtesy of a series of expansion and changes made by both NASCAR and Team FJ to “strengthen the series’ leadership role in Europe”.
The most notable change came from its identity, with the series rebranding itself as the NASCAR Euro Series starting from the 2025 season.
A new logo and visual identity has also been unveiled, as well as the announcement for a new generation race car that will make its on-track debut at the season opener in Valencia.
“NASCAR and TEAM FJ, the founder and organizer of the official NASCAR championship in Europe, announced the launch of a new era that will thrill competitors and all European racing fans, further growing NASCAR’s footprint in Europe and reinforcing the championship’s position as the best touring car series in the Old Continent,” announced EuroNASCAR.
“Starting in 2025, the championship will be named NASCAR Euro Series, featuring a new logo and visual identity to expand the presence of the NASCAR brand.”
“Team FJ will improve the competition platform by introducing the first stage of the third generation of the EuroNASCAR race car (GEN3), which will hit the track for the official Prologue in Valencia.”
The deal for title sponsor Whelen Engineering was due to expire at the end of 2024, but it is highly expected that Whelen will continue to work together with EuroNASCAR.
The “new era” announcement also sees further changes to the division names. After five seasons, the EuroNASCAR PRO, EuroNASCAR 2, and EuroNASCAR Club Challenge moniker will be retired in favor of PRO, OPEN and Rookie Challenge respectively.
The two main divisions will retain the system that they have previously, meaning that fans can expect the same level of action and intensity that they’ve experienced in the past seasons.
As for the now-called Rookie Challenge, there will be changes to the format of EuroNASCAR’s regularity based division that will be announced in the near future.
Additionally, Team FJ announced that approved EuroNASCAR drivers can enter road course races in the United States with its “Road to America” program.
“The two NASCAR Euro Series championships will be renamed PRO and OPEN, while a new entry level regularity-based competition will feature a new format and become the Rookie Challenge for very young drivers, racers without racing experience and gentleman drivers who want to compete in a friendly environment,” stated EuroNASCAR.
“The PRO championship will be dedicated as always to professional drivers and elite amateurs, while the OPEN championship will focus on young talents and gentleman drivers.”
“Once again, PRO and OPEN drivers will share the same car, alternating behind the wheel in four exciting races per weekend, two in the PRO and two in the OPEN division.”
“With the clear goal of offering more European drivers the chance to compete at the top level of NASCAR in the US, the NASCAR Euro Series will set up a ladder system to bring drivers from different environments to NASCAR racing.”
“The Recruitment Tests will represent the first step for drivers coming from other motorsport disciplines, karting or even simracing. Afterwards, they can move to the Rookie Challenge or step into full-fledged NASCAR racing in the OPEN or in the PRO championship.”
“Approved NASCAR Euro Series drivers will have the opportunity to enter NASCAR road course races in the United States at the top level in the NASCAR National Series.”
“To provide the best preparation, TEAM FJ will set up the new “Road to America” program through a Europe-based NASCAR training and testing team which will organize tests on European tracks. TEAM FJ will also support and manage drivers to find the best possible opportunities to race in the U.S.”
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Last Updated: 26 November 2024