Auto Racing: Racing platforms thet leed a driver to F1, renault uk, formula renault

Question
Hi Adam,
what are the pltforms that leed a driver to the opotunity to drive an F1 car?
I am a new fan to the sport and love it. Speed channel has given me the oportunity to follow the series. I also receive F1 magazine monthly and have tivkets for the 2004 USGP.
Thanks, Dan

Answer
Hi Dan,
Thanks for your question.
This has changed a lot over the last 3 years, as then it was only European F3000. Now the various feeders include:
Japanese F3000
European F3000
USA Indycars (CART/OWRS moreso than IRL)
British Formuula 3 (+ Ger/Ita)
Formula Renault (UK & European series)

Based on recent driver promotions, the above represent 90% + of all pre-F1 steps in modern F1.
REgards,
Adam