Ushijima secures F3 drive with Van Amersfoort for 2022

The 19-year-old American will make the step up from the GB3 Championship after a successful season where he finished fourth in the standings with two victories.

Ushijima drove for the Dutch team in Valencia in the post-season test in the first two days before switching to Campos for the final day.

Van Amersfoort make will compete in F2 and F3 until 2024 having taken over HWA RACELAB’s entry.

“To be racing with such an experienced and successful team as Van Amersfoort Racing is a great privilege,” he said.

“Seeing how motivated and hardworking they were during post-season testing at Valencia has made me really excited to what we can achieve this year. It may be an uphill battle, as it is both the team’s and my first year competing in the FIA F3, but I believe we can achieve something special with our combined determination. I cannot wait to get the season started.”

Van Amersfoort CEO Rob Niessink added: “We first worked with Reece during post-season testing at Valencia last year and he impressed us. It will be both his and our first season in this car, so for sure there is lots to be learned, but Reece’s determination excites us.

“His interaction with the team was impressive and he showed to be a quick learner. The level of progress he booked during the two days he tested with us is a clear indicator of his potential. We have been preparing our entry into this category to the finest detail and are absolutely thrilled to get going early next month!”

The new F3 season gets underway in Bahrain on March 18-20.