JK Racing Asia Series

The JK Racing Asia Series (formerly known as Formula BMW Pacific) will kick off with two rounds of racing this 9th and 10th April 2011. Drivers and teams participating in the series were introduced to the media along with the surprise guest of the day, Formula 1 Team Lotus Test Driver and JK Tyre & Industries Ambassador, Karun Chandhok. Chandhok will be the mentor for the participants for the season as part of the added initiative from JK Tyre & Industries and Motorsport Asia.

As a driver that knows the importance of strong backing from a strong junior formula, Chandhok was instrumental in the initial development of the JK Racing Asia Series. His role as a mentor further acknowledges his belief that the drivers will be able to take away valuable lessons from the JK Racing Asia Series.

The JK Racing Asia Series is currently the only Junior Formula that provides a unique opportunity where the drivers are given a platform to compete in front of the Formula 1 fraternity. The Series also showcases a line-up of drivers from all corners of the world, including Asia-Pacific and Europe.

The Series features some the most successful and established Teams in the Region, such as reigning team Champions Eurasia Motorsport, E-Rain Racing, EuroInternational, Meritus GP, Petronas Mofaz Racing and Atlantic Racing Team, all fighting for the first JK Racing Asia Series Team Champion title.

Malaysia, as a host country for the Season Opener will have several young Malaysian drivers to support including Nabil.