Ralph Firman

Ralph Firman Sr. is a notable figure in British motorsport engineering and entrepreneurship. In 1973, he co-founded Van Diemen International, a race car manufacturer that became a leading producer of Formula Ford cars, significantly influencing junior single-seater racing. After selling Van Diemen in 1999, Firman established Ralph Firman Racing (RFR) in 2008. RFR developed cars for various racing series, including Formula 1000 and F2000, and was selected to supply vehicles f…