Fernando Rivera Joins Van Amersfoort Racing for 2027 Formula Winter Series and German F4

Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR) is pleased to announce that Fernando Rivera will join the team for the 2027 Formula Winter Series and German Formula 4 Championship. The Mexican driver will make his first move to Europe in single-seater racing with VAR next season.

Fernando began his racing career in karting. In 2025, he finished third in the Senior X30 class of Mexico’s Reto Telmex karting championship. That same year, he made his single-seater debut in the F4 NACAM Championship. He made an immediate impression at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, finishing second and recording the fastest lap at his debut weekend.

In 2026, Fernando continued competing in F4 NACAM while also racing in the F4 U.S. Championship. He claimed his first F4 NACAM victory at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez and currently sits fifth in the championship standings. In the United States, he secured his first podium at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park and added a second-place finish at Barber Motorsports Park.

Next season, Fernando will compete in the Formula Winter Series before taking on the German F4 Championship. Both series will mark his first single-seater races in Europe and provide further opportunities to gain experience as he continues his development with Van Amersfoort Racing.

Fernando Rivera – Formula 4 Driver, Van Amersfoort Racing:
“I’m very proud to be joining Van Amersfoort Racing for the Formula Winter Series and F4 Germany. After a strong season in F4 NACAM and F4 US, with one win and four podiums, I’m ready to take this next step. I’m looking forward to racing on new tracks, working with the team and fighting for strong results in 2027.”

Brad Joyce – Team Principal, Van Amersfoort Racing:
“We’re pleased to welcome Fernando to the team for 2027. He has gained valuable experience in F4 NACAM and F4 US, including a win in NACAM this season. Moving to Europe and racing on new circuits will be an important step for him. The Formula Winter Series will give him the opportunity to get up to speed before taking on German F4. We’re looking forward to working with him next season.”

Van Amersfoort Racing looks forward to working with Fernando in the Formula Winter Series and German F4 in 2027.