Ford Performance Racing V8 Supercar driver Steven Richards has joined the Board of Australian Formula Ford Management that manages Formula Ford and the Australian Championship.
 
Richards, who is a former Australian Formula Ford Champion, winning the title in 1994, will now take a more active role in the category.
 
Richards has long been a strong supporter of Formula Ford within Australia and is excited to have the opportunity to work more closely with the category in 2010.
 
“Formula Ford is Australia’s premier junior development category and a something that I have followed very closely for many years,” Richards said.
 
“The championship provides young drivers with the necessary skills to succeed in motorsport and I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to contribute to that.
 
“I hope that with my appointment to the board I can offer ideas and experience that will ensure Formula Ford has a place in Australia’s motorsport future.”
 
Chairman of the Board Rod Barrett is pleased to welcome someone of Richards experience to the Board.
 
“I’m really looking forward to working with Steven again. We worked together at FPR and I think he has a lot to offer the category,” Barrett said.
 
“Steven is a true professional and a good friend and I believe his appointment is a positive step towards ensuring the future of Formula Ford in Australia.”