The GP2 Series came into being in 2005 and in three years established itself as the world's foremost F1 feeder category. The concept of the series was devised in 2004 as a method by which young drivers could race in a championship with direct and strong links to the F1 Paddock.
At the end of the first generation of the GP2 Series, the choice was made to develop the championship and to take the entertainment around the world to the emerging motorsport nations. Thus the GP2 Asia Series  was born. Racing at speeds comparable to Formula One, in a car which is both technologically  advanced and safe, the GP2 Asia Series aims to live up to the intense levels of competition shown in the GP2 Series, which has thus far placed 16 drivers into Formula One contracted seats.
The GP2 Asia Series is scrutineered by the FIA, and along with the Speedcar Series forms part of the new Grand Racing weekend, with two rounds acting as the support event at Formula One Grands Prix. Through close ties with FOM, the series also benefits from superb global television coverage, which has enticed sponsors and fans alike.