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Tatuus Weekend Recap: F4 Spanish & F4 CEZ Season Openers
The opening rounds of the F4 Spanish Championship and F4 CEZ Championship delivered competitive racing across Europe, with multiple winners and strong early championship battles in Tatuus-built Formula 4 machinery.F4 Spanish Championship
The Spanish F4 opener saw early drama and post-race penalties reshaping the results. Rocco Coronel (MP Motorsport) initially missed out on victory on track but was later promoted to Race 1 winner after penalties affected the original race leader, Vivek Kanthan (Campos Racing) .
Race 2 was marked by a first-lap incident that led to a red flag after contact between several drivers, including Noah Monteiro (Campos Racing) and Aleix Piñera (Tecnicar) . Once the race resumed, the order stabilised and the front group maintained positions similar to the opening race.
In Race 3, Vivek Kanthan (Campos Racing) secured an on-track victory in a race affected by multiple Safety Cars. Coronel (MP Motorsport) left Valencia leading the championship after a consistent weekend at the front. The championship will resume in Portimão from 5th to 7th June, where teams and drivers will look to build on their early momentum.
Championship Standings 1. Rocco Coronel (MP Motorsport) – 55 pts 2. Noah Monteiro (Campos Racing) – 43 pts 3. Aleix Piñera (Tecnicar) – 33 pts
F4 CEZ Championship
The CEZ season opener featured a four-race format and a strong start from Maffi Racing driver David Walther , who quickly became one of the standout performers of the weekend. Race victories were shared across the field, including strong performances from Jenzer Motorsport drivers such as Teo Borenstein and Max Karhan , as well as Elia Weiss , underlining a highly competitive field. Walther’s consistency proved decisive, with two victories including a chaotic final race interrupted by multiple Safety Cars and stoppages. The series will return to action at the Salzburgring from 29–31 May for the next round of the season.
Championship Standings 1. David Walther (Maffi Racing) – 66 pts 2. Elia Weiss (Jenzer Motorsport) – 61 pts 3. Max Karhan (Jenzer Motorsport) – 56 pts
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Assembly: The working heart of the Tatuus HQ
Behind-the-scenes work that transforms ideas and projects into racing carsAmong the many fascinating areas of Tatuus HQ , one in particular manages to catch the attention of those lucky enough to cross it. This is the Assembly department, the true operational heart of production, where over 140 single-seaters destined for championships around the world take shape every year. In this space, design, planning, and technical expertise translate into concrete results, with the technical office's calculation and design activities taking shape and integrating with all business functions, from production and purchasing planning to the administrative process. Each department converges here, forming a complete car ready for the track. Assembly is not just a workplace, but a synthesis point where the entire business organization coordinates to create a product of excellence, combining engineering and mechanical precision with the attention to detail typical of motorsport.
Features The heart of the department is the people who operate there. Experienced technicians and young talents work side by side, sharing skills, experience and passion for single-seaters. The different assembly stations, organized to accommodate up to 40 cars at once , allow each model to be followed through all the preparation phases. Work efficiency is based on rigorous organization , where method, order, and process coordination are key. The space itself reflects these principles: wide corridors and neat workstations, white floors and walls and well-structured surfaces, all illuminated by large windows that, not only let a high amount of natural light filter through, but also offer those observing from the outside an authentic glimpse of daily activities, showcasing the work and dedication of the staff, as well as the beauty of Tatuus single-seaters. The overall balance generated within the structure allows mechanics to focus on the precision of each operation, while the processes ensure the highest quality standards.
Spaces and processes The department is an integral part of an organic and coordinated production system. Activities begin at pre-assembly stations, where key components such as rear trains are prepared, and continue in the main area, where the cars are built. In the innermost, hidden areas of the head quarters are spaces for official test cars and static load tests, essential for ensuring safety and reliability. The department's central location within the Tatuus HQ ensures a direct connection both to the design areas on the upper floors and to the operational sections that support their rhythms, such as warehouse and planning.
It is thanks to this overall vision that cars born here reflect the commitment, expertise, and dedication of the people who work day after day within the department, transforming ideas and projects into racing realities with that passion that has always made up the Tatuus DNA.
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2026 in numbers: a global start to the season for Tatuus single-seaters
The 2026 season for Tatuus single-seaters has kicked off on a global scale, with the cars competing across the main international championships within a calendar that continues to grow in both presence and competitiveness.Since the beginning of the year, 272 cars have taken to the track, competing in a total of 77 races across 19 circuits in 8 countries : China, Mexico, Spain, the United States, Portugal, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. These figures confirm the widespread presence of Tatuus single-seaters and their central role in junior single-seater championships worldwide.
The 2026 season has featured a mix of iconic street circuits and established permanent venues, challenging teams and drivers in highly diverse technical environments. From the climatic conditions of the Middle East to the European winter series, and on to events across the Americas and Asia, Tatuus cars have once again demonstrated versatility, reliability and competitiveness.
In the opening months of the year, key events have already taken place, including season openers and final rounds that have awarded the first titles and defined the early competitive order. At the same time, several championships are still in their initial stages, leaving ample room for developments in the standings and for emerging talents to establish themselves.
A defining element remains the ability of Tatuus single-seaters to adapt to different platforms and regulations, maintaining high standards in terms of performance and safety across all championships. This contributes to a consistent and competitive ecosystem, essential for driver development within the junior racing ladder.
The debut of the T-326 The 2026 season has also marked the beginning of the competitive journey for the new Tatuus T-326 , the latest evolution of the Formula Regional platform. The car made its debut in the FRMET (Formula Regional Middle East Trophy), held between January and February across circuits in the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. In these very days, the car is also making its European debut in the FIA FREC , with the first round of testing at Hockenheim. A key step in the development of both the new project and the renewed European series.
All models on track Alongside new developments, Tatuus cars already in competition continue to feature across the main championships. The T-421 remains the benchmark in Formula 4 worldwide, with its F1 Academy specification already on track in Shanghai during the opening weekend of the F1 Academy season. The T-318 , meanwhile, has completed its official competitive cycle with the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania .
In the United States, the full Road to Indy ladder has also made its seasonal debut, with the JR-23 in USF Juniors , the USF-22 in USF2000 and the IP-20 in USF Pro 2000 , in the unique scenario of three season-opening events held across consecutive weeks and different venues.
Upcoming events Pre-season testing has also begun in the United Kingdom for the GB3 and GB4 championships, as well as for British F4 . These sessions represent the first step towards the start of their respective seasons, with teams and drivers already at work preparing for what promises to be a highly competitive year, soon to see the debut of all major summer series.
April will mark the start of several key championships, in chronological order: F4 Spanish , F4 CEZ , British F4 , GB3 , GB4 , FIA FREC , F4 Brasil , F4 SEA and Ultimate Cup .
May will then complete the cycle of “summer” season debuts with F4 Italy and AU4 , before the focus shifts to the American stage for the traditional “Month of May” in Indianapolis, featuring the Indy GP and the Carb Night Classic .
The season is therefore entering its most intense phase, as is the commitment of the entire Tatuus organization and the wider Korus Group , consistently supporting championships, teams, drivers and partners on track.
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Season finales and new beginnings for Tatuus single-seaters in the international weekend
From F1 Academy to USF Pro 2000: a global program that also marked the symbolic end of the winter season.An action-packed weekend for Tatuus single-seaters competing across four different championships in Europe, Asia, and the United States. Two series crowned their champions, while F1 Academy kicked off its new season and USF Pro 2000 held its opening round of the year.
F1 Academy
The new F1 Academy season began in Shanghai with two hard-fought races that immediately highlighted some of the championship’s key contenders.
The first win of the year went to Nina Gademan (MP Motorsport in Alpine livery) , while Race 2 was won by Emma Felbermayr (Rodin Motorsport in Audi livery) . It was a weekend that also saw Prema and Campos consistently fighting at the front thanks to Alisha Palmowski and debutant Payton Westcott.
USF Pro 2000
Exciting racing on the streets of Arlington for the opening round of the USF Pro 2000 season.
On a circuit hosting the USF Pro Championships for the first time, Leonardo Escorpioni (Turn 3 Motorsport) and Jack Jeffers (Exclusive Autosport) battled in every session, with Jeffers claiming a double pole position in qualifying.
Race 1 saw the two protagonists overtaking and fighting throughout the race before Jeffers appeared to secure the lead. However, the race still had several twists, including a mistake by the Exclusive Autosport driver that ultimately handed victory to the young Brazilian Escorpioni , making his debut in the category and fresh from a double podium in St. Petersburg during his USF 2000 debut, which on paper should be his main championship in 2026. Frankie Mossman (VRD) finished second, while Michael Costello (Turn 3) completed the podium in third.
Just three hours after Race 1, Jack Jeffers once again showed the qualities that earned him the 2025 USF 2000 title, taking victory in Race 2 ahead of G3 Argyros (Pabst) and Mossman . Race 2, however, brought misfortune for Escorpioni , whose front wing was damaged after contact with Andres Cardenas (Jay Howard) , dropping him to sixteenth before recovering to finish eighth.
Formula Winter Series
The final round of the season in Barcelona had one clear dominator: Dries Van Langendonck (Rodin Motorsport) . The Belgian driver delivered a remarkable triple victory, winning all three races of the weekend and closing his season in the best possible way, with 9 wins out of 15 races.
With these results, Van Langendonck left no room for his rivals in the title fight, with Thomas Bearman and Ary Bansal finishing respectively 149 and 160 points behind. Both, however, were also protagonists during the final weekend, with Bearman securing a second place in Race 2 and Bansal doing the same in Race 3. Also stepping onto the podium over the weekend were Ethan Lennon , Alfie Slater , and George Proudford-Nalder.
E4 – Spanish Winter Championship
The Spanish Winter Championship for Formula 4 also held its final round at the Aragón circuit.
The weekend featured several different winners, with victories going to Vivek Kanthan (Griffin Core) , Kasper Schormans (MP Motorsport) in the Sprint Race, and Andrej Petrovic (T-Code) . However, it was Noah Monteiro (Griffin Core) who celebrated the title, thanks to an extremely consistent season and a second-place finish in Race 1 during the final round.
The return of F1 Academy and USF Pro 2000, and the finale of the Formula Winter Series and Spanish Winter Championship: the global Tatuus weekend
A weekend marking the conclusion of the winter series: championships reaching their finale and new seasons beginning around the world.From Shanghai to Arlington (Texas), via Barcelona and Aragon : the sun will never set on Tatuus single-seaters this weekend. The return of F1 Academy in Shanghai will open each race day, followed by the Formula Winter Series (Barcelona) and the E4 Spanish Winter Championship (Aragon), before the action concludes in Arlington, Texas, with the opening round of the USF Pro 2000 season.
A special weekend during which the F1 Academy single-seaters will once again share the paddock with Formula 1 cars, while the USF Pro 2000 machines will do the same with the IndyCar Series .
F1 Academy The second round of the Formula 1 World Championship coincides with the season opener for F1 Academy, which returns to the Shanghai circuit for the second time.
There will be many new faces on the grid, with as many as 11 drivers out of 18 making their category debut (although some already gained experience through the 2025 Wild Card round). As tradition dictates, they will represent the six competing teams—MP, Campos, Rodin, Prema, ART and Hitech—along with the ten Formula 1 teams and the championship’s prestigious brand partners: Lego, Sephora, Puma, American Express, Gatorade and Tag Heuer.
The weekend programme will begin with Friday morning’s free practice session, followed in the Chinese afternoon by qualifying (14:10 local time, 07:10 CET). Race 1 will take place on Saturday at 13:45 local time (06:45 CET), while Race 2 will close the round on Sunday at 10:40 in Shanghai (03:40 CET).
Qualifying and races will be broadcast live by all official F1 Academy broadcasters as well as on the championship’s official YouTube channel .
USF Pro 2000 The USF Pro Championships enter their third consecutive race week, concluding the 2026 opening rounds with their top category, which will take to the track in Arlington (Texas) as part of the Java House Grand Prix of Arlington .
A total of 21 cars will line up on the grid, with 12 rookies ready to challenge the nine returning drivers.
Seven teams will be competing: Comet/NCMP Racing, Exclusive Autosport, Jay Howard Driver Development (now partnered with Ed Carpenter Racing), Pabst Racing, TJ Speed Motorsport, Turn 3 Motorsport and VRD Racing.
The schedule for the Andersen Promotions -organised series begins with practice on Friday morning, followed by qualifying at 17:15 local time (23:15 CET). Both races will take place on Saturday, with Race 1 at 12:25 (18:25 CET) and Race 2 at 16:55 (22:55 CET), while Sunday will be entirely dedicated to the IndyCar Series.
Qualifying and races will be streamed live on the official USF Pro Championships YouTube channel .
Formula Winter Series As tradition dictates, the Formula Winter Series organised by Gedlich will conclude its season at the Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona .
Dries Van Langendonck (Rodin) heads into the decisive round with a 97-point advantage over Thomas Bearman (Van Amersfoort) , while the battle for the teams’ championship is much closer, with Rodin leading US Racing by just three points.
Thursday and Friday will feature collective testing, with three 50-minute sessions scheduled each day. Saturday will host qualifying (10:30 local time) followed by Race 1 at 14:05.
The two Sunday races will bring the season to a close, with Race 2 starting at 11:35 and Race 3 at 15:50.
All races will be streamed live on the official Formula Winter Series YouTube channel .
E4 - Spanish Winter Championship The Spanish F4 winter series heads to its third and final round, after replicating in 2026 the great success achieved in 2025 and setting the stage for another intense season in the Spanish summer championship.
Noah Monteiro (Campos) leads the standings with 90 points, ahead of Nathan Tye (Drivex) on 64.
The two title contenders and their rivals will have three free practice sessions on Friday to get acquainted with the Aragon circuit, before moving into the competitive phase with Saturday morning qualifying and the three scheduled races.
Race 1 will start at 11:50 on Saturday, followed in the afternoon (15:10) by Race 2 , the sprint race. Sunday will begin with the second qualifying session at 09:00 and conclude at 11:00 with Race 3 .
All races will be streamed live on the series’ official YouTube channel .
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The First Korus Values Day Hosted at Tatuus HQ
For the first time, representatives from across the Korus companies came together for a day dedicated to the Group’s shared values.A day of networking and shared culture marked the first true moment of connection and interaction among employees from all Korus companies . The Korus Values Day took place on Tuesday, March 3, at the Tatuus HQ.
More than 60 employees attended, representing Tatuus, ATM, Breda Racing, YCOM, Next Solution Technologies, Birelart, Kart Republic and IAME . The event offered an opportunity to connect , exchange perspectives and engage in a series of activities opened by an introductory speech from Korus CEO Giovanni Delfino . In his address, Delfino reflected on the origins and development of the Group , while highlighting the deeper meaning of its core values , Passion , Team Spirit and Excellence , which make “Korus companies a tangible demonstration of how strong and influential Italy remains within the global motorsport landscape . ”
Among the distinctive characteristics of the Group, the CEO underlined its customer-centric approach:“A shared trait across all our companies, a true added value and winning factor, reflected in our practical ability to solve problems with openness and a spirit of service, both toward our end customers and toward our colleagues .” He also emphasised the Group’s “unique capability to create projects from scratch, transforming a blank sheet of paper into a finished product through coordinated, collective efforts across multiple companies .”
Another key pillar of the Korus culture is its focus on employee well-being : “We place great importance on ensuring that every talent can thrive in the best possible environment and with the best tools, while also nurturing the values and personal relationships outside professional life that contribute to happiness and positively influence our approach to work. ”
Throughout the day, employees from the eight companies took part in workshops and discussion sessions alongside Group management, exploring the practical meaning of Korus’ three core values and reflecting on how they permeate daily operations across different business areas and roles, all equally represented during the event.
The Tatuus HQ showroom provided the ideal setting for a business lunch, with tables arranged among the Group’s cars and products. The focus then shifted to karting, a sector that, from 2025 onward, uniquely characterises the Korus Group. An in-depth session explored the distinctive features of the karting world and the “Korus Kart ” companies, before the day concluded with a special hands-on experience aboard Birel karts.
The first edition of the Korus Values Day once again demonstrated the strong team spirit that defines the Korus Group , as well as the uniqueness of eight elite Italian motorsport companies united by a shared vision and passion, a commitment that takes them to racetracks around the world every single day .
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66 Tatuus cars on track across three championships in Europe and the Americas
USF2000 and F4 NACAM seasons kick off, while the Spanish F4 Winter Championship reaches Round 2.The spotlight was firmly on the Americas this past weekend, as USF2000 opened its season alongside the IndyCar Series on the streets of St. Petersburg (FL), F4 NACAM got underway in Puebla, Mexico, and the E4 Spanish Winter Championship gathered 32 Tatuus T-421 cars at Jarama.
USF2000 Emotional and almost incredulous after Race 2, Sebastian Garzon perfectly embodied the surprise and success of his USF2000 debut weekend.
The young Colombian driver for DEForce Racing — who had already secured a podium in the final race of the 2025 season — delivered a flawless performance, converting two pole positions into two victories on Friday and Saturday on the iconic Streets of St. Petersburg circuit.
Leonardo Escorpioni, 2025 USF Juniors champion, also celebrated a strong debut weekend in USF2000 with Zanella Racing, securing two third-place finishes. Second places were shared between Joao Vergara (VRD) and Eddie Beswick (Pabst Racing).
The championship now faces a long break, resuming in May during the Indy GP week. However, action continues for the USF Pro Championships, with the 2026 USF Pro 2000 season set to begin on March 13–15 on the Streets of Arlington (TX).
E4 - Spanish Winter Championship Round 2 of the three-event Spanish F4 Winter Championship took place at Jarama, just north of Madrid.
Noah Monteiro emerged as the standout performer of the weekend, claiming two wins from three races to move into the championship lead ahead of Nathan Tye.
Race 2 victory went to Borys Lyzen, while Vivek Kanthan, Andrej Petrovic and Reno Francot shared the remaining podium positions throughout the weekend.
The winter series will conclude at MotorLand Aragón on March 14–15, where Monteiro will arrive with a 26-point advantage over Tye and 37 over Kanthan.
F4 NACAM The 2026 F4 NACAM season also kicked off this weekend in Puebla, Mexico.
Alex Bobadilla (Alessandros Racing) dominated proceedings by taking pole position and winning both Race 1 and Race 3, while Oliver Trejo (RAM Racing) secured victory in Race 2.
The championship will return on March 27–28 in Mexico City for its second round.
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Engines roar in Florida, Mexico and Spain: USF2000, F4 NACAM and Winter F4 set to begin
St. Petersburg launches the Road to Indy ladder, while F4 NACAM kicks off in Mexico and the Winter F4 heads to Jarama with Nathan Tye leading the standingsUSF2000
The new season of USF2000 Presented by Continental Tire gets underway on the unforgiving walls of the St. Petersburg Street Circuit , as the streets of Florida host the opening round of the championship. The series represents the crucial middle step within the USF Pro Championships ladder, positioned between USF Juniors and USF Pro 2000, before drivers make the leap to INDY NXT and ultimately the NTT INDYCAR SERIES. The scholarship-based system remains one of the most structured and rewarding development paths in global motorsport. Defending champions Exclusive Autosport arrive with a strong and ambitious line-up. Evan Cooley heads into the weekend after topping the post-season tests in Indianapolis, while Canada’s Anthony Martella is aiming to build on last year’s seventh-place finish. Sebastian Garzon returns with DEForce Racing , joined once again by Eddie Beswick , both coming off top-ten campaigns in 2025. One of the most anticipated promotions is Leonardo Escorpioni , who dominated last season with six victories and now steps up with Zanella Racing , making its debut at this level. Track action begins on February 27 with Race 1 at 11:30am (local time) , while Race 2 is scheduled for March 1 at 3:00pm. Fans can follow the action live via the official USF Pro Championships App, the series YouTube channel and usf2000.com.
F4 NACAM
The 2026 season of FIA F4 NACAM begins at the Autódromo Internacional Miguel E. Abed in Mexico. Saturday features qualifying followed by Race 1 at 5:15pm, while Sunday, March 1, will host the remaining two races that complete the opening round of the championship . Race 2 is scheduled at 9:25, while race 3 at 12:15 .
Spanish Winter Championship F4
The second round of the Spanish Winter Championship F4 takes place at the historic Circuito de Jarama . Nathan Tye arrives as the provisional championship leader with 56 points, ahead of Noah Monteiro (31) and Vivek Kanthan (30). The weekend schedule begins on Saturday at 12:10pm , followed by the sprint race at 3:15pm . Race 3 will take place on Sunday at 1:45pm . As with the other events, all races will be broadcast live on the championship’s YouTube channel.
USF Juniors and Spanish Winter Championship 2026: Tatuus weekend debrief
Two more series openers: Mokarem dominates at Homestead, Tye leads at PortimãoTwo series kicked off their 2026 seasons this past weekend: the E4 Spanish Winter Championship is the latest winter series to kick off, while the opening double header of the 2026 USF Pro Championships just started in Florida with the USF Juniors.
USF Juniors Max Mokarem emerged as the headline act of the new USF Juniors season, delivering a commanding performance at the opener. Competing on the 2.25-mile roval at Homestead-Miami Speedway, the Zanella Racing driver converted a double pole position into two emphatic victories , writing his name into the record books as the third-youngest winner in series history.
Organised in partnership with YACademy , the event officially launched the championship’s fifth season and ran alongside Spring Training sessions for USF2000 and USF Pro 2000. A competitive 21-car field representing nine different nations underlined the growing international appeal of the category.
Consistency proved key for Karol Pasiewicz (Olivia Racing) , who secured second place in all three races. The final podium step was shared between Vilho Aatola (DEForce), third in the opening two contests, and Olivier Mrak (Zanella Racing) , who claimed P3 in Race 3.
With one of six rounds completed, Mokarem leads the standings on 82 points, ahead of Pasiewicz on 75 and Aatola on 53 .
The championship heads next to Carolina Motorsport Park on April 17–19 . Meanwhile, the broader USF Pro Championships campaign shifts into high gear, as IndyCar Series support categories USF2000 and USF Pro 2000 open their seasons during the traditional curtain-raiser weekend in St. Petersburg.
E4 - Spanish Winter Championship The 2026 Spanish Winter Championship kicked off in spectacular fashion at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve , setting the tone for what promises to be a fiercely contested campaign.
It was Nathan Tye (Drivex) who stole the spotlight. After splitting pole positions with Vivek Kanthan (Griffin Core) , Tye went on to secure two of the three race victories across the weekend, immediately positioning himself as the early title benchmark.
The reverse-grid sprint race delivered a different storyline, with Andrej Petrović (T-Code) claiming victory ahead of rising talent Luna Fluxá (Campos Racing).
In the overall standings, Tye leads with 56 points , followed by Noah Monteiro with 31 , Kanthan 30 and Petrović on with 28 points . The championship returns to action this week at the Circuito del Jarama.