Formula Vee racing provides the thrill of fiercely competitive motor racing at an affordable cost.

Named after its use of Volkswagen components, Formula Vee is recognised by the Australian motor sport governing body, CAMS, as the entry-level open-wheeler circuit competition. Strictly controlled car specifications place greater emphasis on driver skill rather than budget and mechanical aptitude. As a result, it is a learning class and a stepping-stone into higher levels of motor sport. Larry Perkins, John Bowe, Colin Bond, Cameron McConville, Jason Bargwanna and Paul Stokell all began their careers in Formula Vee.

With in excess of 300 cars nationally, grids are filled with drivers of different backgrounds and aspirations. From 14 to 65, male or female, professional or enthusiast, young karting graduates to office workers! Driver skill, not budget is what drives a Formula Vee. An ideal place to start, and a great place to stay, people new to the sport (and often those in other categories) are frequently surprised by the humanity and mate-ship throughout the Vee paddock. Along with nurturing up-and-coming stars of tomorrow, it captivates seasoned competitors who enjoy the social and family friendly environment. Despite the on-track intensity and competitiveness, Vee members rally together to assist each-other, in a way few categories match.

The Formula Vee Association of Queensland (FVAQ) administers Formula Vee racing within Queensland. This includes operating a club championship (pointscore); a financial role as promoter of events; competitor communications and assistance; active liaison with Formula Vee Association of Australia (FVAA, national category management) in regards to technical regulations and sporting matters; promotion and marketing; fund raising and social events.

The Queensland Formula Vee Championship is fought across seven race meetings, racing roughly every 6 weeks from March to November. Non-championship race meetings are held occasionally, mostly during voids in the calendar. The series consists of three well known circuits; Lakeside (Kurwongbah, north of Brisbane), Queensland Raceway (Ipswich) and Morgan Park (Warwick).

Three classes exist within the series and compete simultaneously on-track;
- 1600cc - "Premier" class - modern, fast, technical
- 1200cc - "Traditional" class - an ideal entry to racing
- Group V - "Historic" class - original 1960's spec vintage racing

The mechanical specification of these classes is explained on the VEE SPECIFICATIONS page.

Pointscores are run for the individual classes:
- Outright 'Queensland Formula Vee Championship' (all classes)
- 1600cc Club Championship
- 1200cc Club Championship
- Historic Group V Club Championship
- Rookie of the Year
- CAMS QLD State Championship (all classes)
Pointscores can be found via the News & Results page.

Formula Vee's are also eligible for hill climbs and sprint time-trials, however these are not a part of the championship.

A traditional weekend of racing begins with Friday practice (typically 5-6 fifteen minute sessions); Qualifying on Saturday; and four Races spread across Saturday and Sunday. Race formats are often varied, with a mix of short heats (6-8 laps), feature races (10-15 laps), and occasional reverse-grid or handicapped starts. Some circuits have the ability to run differing track layouts on the one weekend.

Interstate racing:
Formula Vees are eligible Australia wide under unified regulations, so participating in interstate events is possible (but not a part of the QLD Championship). Each state has their own State Championship. The Australian Formula Vee National Series is a multiple round championship that attracts competitors from across the nation and has visited well known tracks such as Bathurst, Oran Park, Eastern Creek, Phillip Island, Winton, Mallala, Baskerville and Morgan Park.

The pinnacle each year is The Nationals Challenge, one race-meeting to decide the best Formula Vee driver nationally. The event visits a different state each year on a rotational system. Queensland last hosted the event in 2007 at Morgan Park (Warwick).

Further extensive information about QLD can be viewed via the menu on the left of page. Interested competitors should read these pages, and then our Getting Started guide. Please contact us if you have further questions.

More information on other states and the national series is available on the National Formula Vee website (www.fvee.org.au).