About Rodin Motorsport
Carlin is one of motorsport's most successful junior team operations, founded by Trevor Carlin in 1996. Based in Farnham, UK, the team has competed in numerous single-seater categories with remarkable success, including championships in F2, F3, Formula Renault, and IndyLights. Carlin has helped develop numerous Formula 1 drivers, including Sebastian Vettel, Daniel Ricciardo, Lando Norris, and Carlos Sainz. The team is known for its professional approach, engineering excellence, and driver development capabilities, making it a preferred choice for both young talents and their backers. In Formula 2, Carlin has established itself as a consistent frontrunner capable of challenging for race wins and championships.In 2023, New Zealand–based manufacturer Rodin Cars became the majority shareholder of Carlin Motorsport following investment from founder David Dicker in a deal that saw the team rebrand as Rodin Carlin.
Racing Series
Championships where Rodin Motorsport competes
Formula 2
FIA
Formula 2 serves as the primary feeder series for Formula 1, showcasing the next generation of racing talent on the same prestigious circuits as F1. As an official FIA championship, F2 features standardized cars that emphasize driver skill and development, creating close, competitive racing. The series follows a sprint and feature race format each weekend, with points systems designed to reward consistency and overtaking. For young drivers, F2 represents the final stepping stone before potentially reaching Formula 1, with many current F1 stars having graduated through its ranks.
Formula 3
FIA
Formula 3 is a crucial junior single-seater racing championship that serves as a vital stepping stone for young drivers aiming to climb the motorsport ladder. Racing on prestigious Formula 1 circuits, F3 features a grid of talented teenagers and early-career drivers competing in identical chassis with standardized engines to ensure fair competition. The series emphasizes driver development and racecraft, with a format that includes both sprint and feature races. F3 provides essential experience in professional team environments, media responsibilities, and the physical demands of high-downforce open-wheel racing.