LATAM Challenge Series was an

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series based in

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. LATAM was the replacement for Formula Renault 2000 de America.

Venues

In the 7 seasons, 20 venues were used, all road courses. The races were mostly held in

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until 2013, whereas all the races in 2014 season were held in

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and in

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. In 2008 and 2009 the series was a support race for the

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's Race of Mexico in

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Cars

For the first two seasons, Formula Renault 2.0 cars was used. From 2010 the series uses a

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configuration, with

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engines.

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Venues

Cars

Seasons

Records

Most wins

See also

References