Formula Future (v13.2)

For previous issue(s) of this Event, see: Formula Future released in November 2016.

FlashbackFormula Future
Locked till 07 Oct 2025Time left: Oct 07 2025 00:00:00 UTCThinking...
Stages	8
Goals	32
Completion Rewards
VictoryPoints	5,000
Gold	80
Cash	250,000
Car	McLAREN MP4-X
Unlocks	Cutting Edge

“	Formula Future: Racing Concept	”
	— In-game description.

If the car is not owned:

	“	Join Ahmed for the Formula Future adventure in this 8-day special event, for your chance to the ultimate McLaren MP4-X!	”
		— Natalia, Agent

If the car is owned:

	“	Join Ahmed for the Formula Future adventure in this 8-day special event, for your chance earn a heap of rewards!	”
		— Natalia, Agent

The Formula Future is a Flashback Event in Real Racing 3. It gives players the chance to win the McLaren MP4-X.
The Formula Future is part of Round 5, Season 4 of Zenvo Aurora Update (v13.2), and can be accessed through the Round Hub button on the Home tab.

This Event is available to start from Friday, March 7th, 2025, until the Round ends on Monday, April 7th, 2025 at 20:00 UTC. When the Round ends, the Event will be locked, unless the Event has been started before the end of the Round and the 8-day term is not over. Acquiring the car unlocks the Event, and completion rewards are obtainable still.
Since the player has owned the car, the Flashback is available for completion, until the Round is expired on (provisional) Tuesday, October 7th, 2025.

This is a recommended PR event, so the player is allowed to enter any race regardless of the car's PR.

The Event consists of eight Stages. The next Stage unlocks immediately after the previous stage is completed.

The player is granted with free and instant car service and instant upgrades R&D, which are available within 3 hours of entering the Event, before the end of the Round.

Car

If the car is not owned:

	“	You have been lent a McLaren MP4-X. All upgrades, customizations and VIP will remain on the car permanently, whether you acquire it from this event or buy it later	”
		— Natalia, Agent

Brand	Name	PR	Top Speed	Acc.	Braking	Grip	Cost
	MP4-X	130.3	250 mph 402 kph	1.90 s	47.0 ft 14.3 m	4.00 g	G1,200

The car is available in 2 series:

• Cutting Edge bonus series in the Legend group;
• McLaren MP4-X (Exclusive Series) in the Exclusive Series group.

Completion Rewards

To win the car, the player must complete the Flashback within 8 days (24 x 8 = 192 hours) from the moment of entry. During this period, the countdown is displayed on the event schedule card (bottom scrolling ribbon) in the Round Hub.

If time runs out, the player will not earn a car, although the event will remain open for completion, and other rewards (see below) are obtainable still.
Obtaining the car unlocks Cutting Edge.

If original Special Event was (partially) completed:

	“	You have previous progress saved for this Quest. Stages that you have previously completed will only earn VP rewards.	”
		— Natalia, Agent

For successful completion of certain Stages and/or Goals the players are rewarded with Bonus VP, Gold and R$ as follows:

Stage				Other rewards
01 Ahmed's Escapade	200	5	10,000	—
02 New Part's Plan	300	5	15,000	—
03 Contact in Germany	500	5	20,000	—
04 Practice at Leipzig	600	10	25,000	—
05 Brain Connection	700	10	35,000	—
06 A Rival Appears	800	10	40,000	—
07 Safer Driving	900	15	45,000	—
08 Rivals Do Battle	1,000	20	60,000	McLaren MP4-X, unlock Cutting Edge
Total	5,000	80	250,000

FAQ and Tips

Before starting the Formula Future Flashback, please view:

• What is Recommended PR quoted by Amrosa;
• Original Event:
  • Tips and FAQ for Formula Future;
  • Comments on the original Event;
• Upgrade strategy:
  • Full Upgrade Tree by FireDonkey;
  • Recommended upgrades required to win the car: Upgrade Strategy (recommended PR Special Events);
• Video guides:
  • Flashback Formula Future (v13.2) - upgrades 0010000 - by FireDonkey;
  • The whole Event on video (v13.2) - upgrades 0000000 - by Golden Chen;
  • Full Event (v13.2) - upgrades 1120100 - by ME7;
  • Event Complete (v13.2) - upgrades 0000000 - by SMR.

Please refer to generic Real Racing 3 Tips and FAQ as well.

Stage 01 
Ahmed's Escapade

	“	Hello, my friend! If there is one thing you know about little old me, it is that I'm full of surprises, no? Well, here is another - I have the plans for the McLaren MP4-X concept, and they want us to build is! What is the MP4-X, I hear you ask? Well, it is McLaren's beautiful, revolutionary, unregulated, unrestricted and downright jaw dropping concept for the future of racing! So, I built it. Well, my team built it. It is bare bones at the moment - flash on the outside, but unfinished inside. I need to know where we can improve it, so what do you say you give your expert opinion?	”
		— Ahmed

Goal		Description	Laps PR	Reward R (+CRB)	Fame	Skip G
1.1	Cup	Dubai Autodrome – Club Circuit	1 130.3	3,000 (+750)	600	5
		Complete a test lap
1.2	Cup	Dubai Autodrome – National Circuit	3 130.3	12,100 (+3,025)	2,200	5
		Lap Ahmed
1.3	Cup	Dubai Autodrome – International Circuit	1 130.3	4,700 (+1,175)	900	5
		Finish this test lap within 1:11 without going off-track for more than 2 seconds

	“	Very good! Listen, I can make the MP4-X perfect - as it was intended - but I need the help of your crew. If you can convince them to join me in my venture - you can have it! I'll be able to make my own, then!	”
		— Ahmed

Stage 02 
New Parts Plan

	“	Let me think about it... No! No, no... And no. No way I'm getting involved with Ahmed's schemes again. You think it's easy to regrow eyebrows this perfect, after he 'accidently burns them off' again?!	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

	“	What? Engines are dangerous. And at least see what my creation can do before you say 'No', so emphatically. Trust me, you'll change your tune... I just hope the engine does not overheat out there in the Dubai sun!	”
		— Ahmed

Goal		Description	Laps PR	Reward R (+CRB)	Fame	Skip G
2.1	Cup	Dubai Autodrome – National Circuit Rolling Start	1 132.0	4,100 (+1,025)	800	10
		Win this event [with overheating issues]
2.2	Hunter	Dubai Autodrome – International Circuit	1 132.5	4,800 (+1,200)	900	10
		Win this event [with overheating issues and Head Start 38 secs]
2.3	Cup	Dubai Autodrome – International Circuit	3 132.5	14,600 (+3,650)	2,700	10
		Win this event with an average speed of 144 mph (231 kph) on any lap

	“	I'll tell you one thing Ahmed - you sure can sell anything! And how's this for a second thing? I'm in. I'll work on the MP4-X. Keep us in the loop, OK? Anything you know, we know. I don't want any secrets...	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

	“	Eric, Eric, you worry too much. I will be an exemplar of openness. I will tell you everything - too much, perhaps! You will know every single time I, uh… Enough about that. Tomorrow we're heading to Germany. With Eric on board, it is time for us to start sourcing parts. I have a few contacts there, and Eric's own channels will get us what we need.	”
		— Ahmed

Stage 03 
Contact in Germany

	“	Last night I had a waking dream, do you know this? In it, I saw myself stride the MP4-X, resplendent in glory! But, a detractor, he shouted from the stands 'What is so good about the MP4-X, anyway?' And you know what I said to him? 'Everything!' Of course! But, in truth, my very favourite feature is the Plasma Jet Actuators. Frankly, I just like the name. That is why we are in Hockenheim - to get them built!	”
		— Ahmed

Goal		Description	Laps PR	Reward R (+CRB)	Fame	Skip G
3.1	Elimination	Hockenheimring – National Rolling Start	Differs 133.4	6,700 (+1,675)	1,300	20
		Win this event
3.2	Cup	Hockenheimring – GP Circuit	1 134.2	5,300 (+1,325)	1,000	20
		Win this event within 1:15 without going off-track for more than 3 seconds
3.3	Speed Snap	Hockenheimring – Short	— 134.2	1,800	400	20
		Skid at least 4 times and win this event

	“	Alright, the parts are here, and with a little magic from me, they're installed. This is going to give you one incredible kick, hotshot, so take it easy, yeah? Now...Take it away Ahmed.	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

Goal		Description	Laps PR	Reward R (+CRB)	Fame	Skip G
3.4	Head To Head	Hockenheimring – National	2 134.2	9,200 (+2,300)	1,700	20
		Reach a top speed of 207 mph (334 kph) at least 2 times and win without going off-track

	“	Wonderful! Glorious! This car almost feels... ALIVE!	”
		— Ahmed

	“	Uh, Ahmed, your aerospace friend just mentioned something about 'prototype 2' - you don't think they've already been building one of these before, do you? Where's prototype 1?	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

	“	No, no, you must be mistaken. Or it is a coincidence. Yes, that's probably right. Now, let us get some rest, for we have a day trip out to Leipzig tomorrow for our next step.	”
		— Ahmed

Stage 04 
Practice at Leipzig

	“	I know what you must be thinking - how are we on a Porsche test track, whilst testing a McLaren against a Lotus fleet? Well, question not my methods. You have your driving skills, and I have my convincing... We're here to test out the new MP4-X on some of these tricky stretches of road - all whilst I have a few words with the team here about some extras. Sadly, I may have stretched too far ahead of myself...	”
		— Ahmed

Goal		Description	Laps PR	Reward R (+CRB)	Fame	Skip G
4.1	Cup	Porsche Test Track – On-road Circuit (Short)	2 134.2	6,100 (+1,525)	1,100	30
		Place below 2nd place at the start of lap 2, and then win with a lead of at least 300 yd (274 m)
4.2	Hunter	Porsche Test Track – On-road Circuit (Short)	1 134.7	3,100 (+775)	600	30
		Tailgate within 22 yd (20 m) for 15 seconds and win this event
4.3	Cup	Porsche Test Track – On-road Circuit (Long)	2 135.9	10,100 (+2,525)	1,900	30
		Win this event with an average speed of 125 mph (200 kph), without going over 190 mph (305 kph) on the final lap
4.4	Endurance	Porsche Test Track – Dynamic Circuit	Differs 136.4	3,500/lap (+875/lap)	700/lap	30
		Win this event

	“	Ahmed? I don't think those photographers are fans… I tried showing off- Uh, I mean, explaining the MP4-X to them, but they ran away really quickly. What gives?	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

	“	OH NO! Uh... I mean... Oh? How strange. Perhaps they were just...star struck. After all, you are an incredible Auto Engineer. It's not like we're doing anything untoward here...	”
		— Ahmed

	“	Ah, that must be it! I guess I shouldn't be surprised... I'm pretty intimidating, what with my incredible skills. Now let's get moving! I can't wait for Hockenheim tomorrow, with a whole new crowd to impress!	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

Stage 05 
Brain Connection

	“	And here we are, my friends. I have a few friends here who have been tinkering with 'cognitive control' - that is, controlling something just by thinking about it. We need to impress them, to get their support!	”
		— Ahmed

Goal		Description	Laps PR	Reward R (+CRB)	Fame	Skip G
5.1	Cup	Hockenheimring – Short	1 136.4	3,500 (+875)	700	40
		Skid at least 5 times whilst winning this event within 48 seconds
5.2	Cup	Hockenheimring – Grand Prix Circuit	2 136.4	11,400 (+2,850)	2,100	40
		Win with this event with a lead of at least 722 yd (660 m)

	“	Ah, what a shame this is indeed... My friends are telling me their research is purely 'theoretical'. They say they mentioned that before - but I thought they said 'theatrical'!	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

Goal		Description	Laps PR	Reward R (+CRB)	Fame	Skip G
5.3	Time Trial	Hockenheimring – Short	1 137.3	2,600	500	40
		Complete this Time Trial within 39 seconds and reach a top speed of 200 mph (322 kph)
5.4	Elimination	Hockenheimring – National Rolling Start	Differs 137.3	7,500 (+1,875)	1,400	40
		Win this event

	“	Alright, Ahmed, we have a serious problem. I just heard one of the scientists talking about how the 'other sanctioned MP4-X project' is doing. We're not the only ones at this game!	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

	“	It was only a matter of time before you found out... You see, we are not the only ones on this project. But, in for a penny, in for a pound, no? But we don't have time to think on my omission - onto Silverstone!	”
		— Ahmed

Stage 06 
A Rival Appears

	“	It is so good of you to show up, what with your unofficial McLaren MP4-X and all. It is quaint - to be honest, I thought you would have painted it in little scribbled crayons. This is a surprise.	”
		— Magnus

	“	What?! Magnus?!	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

	“	Now now, there is nothing wrong with a little bit of friendly competition. Especially when that friendly competition is with a hated rival, and not friendly at all. You shall feel our wrath, Magnus!	”
		— Ahmed

Goal		Description	Laps PR	Reward R (+CRB)	Fame	Skip G
6.1	Cup	Silverstone – The Bridge Grand Prix Circuit (2009)	2 138.1	12,400 (+3,100)	2,300	50
		Set the fastest lap and finish in at least 2nd place
6.2	Speed Snap	Silverstone – The National Circuit	— 138.1	2,000	400	50
		Win this event within 15 seconds

	“	It turns out Magnus has a special body material that ‘morphs to adjust aerodynamics' - if you believe him - which is helping his average times. I'm not sure how he managed to get it when we didn't...	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

Goal		Description	Laps PR	Reward R (+CRB)	Fame	Skip G
6.3	Cup	Silverstone – The Bridge Grand Prix Circuit (2009)	3 138.1	19,000 (+4,750)	3,500	50
		Win this event with an average speed of 165 mph (264 kph) on any lap
6.4	Head To Head	Silverstone – The National Circuit	1 138.1	3,200 (+800)	600	50
		Run Magnus off-track without going off-track yourself, and win this event

	“	Ahmed, I think you went a little overboard with that last one. I want to see Magnus get his just desserts as much as anyone else, but I think you've angered some people with that stunt.	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

	“	Perhaps you are right, my friend. McLaren have called for a meet in two days' time to compare our two MP4-X's, so we should lay low for a time, perhaps at Spa? We can get some more work done, as well.	”
		— Ahmed

Stage 07 
Safer Driving

	“	Despite my recklessness, I am a man of the people. No, it is true! Specifically, a man of safety for the people. That is what drew me to the MP4-X - the enclosed cockpit...	”
		— Ahmed

	“	Enclosed cockpit, you say? That's a pretty controversial topic here, Ahmed. There's definitely merits to it, no doubt. Are you hoping this little exhibition will convince everyone to change the rules?	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

	“	In part. My mission is to breed discussion through competition! How can we have a debate when only one side has been seen? I am an advocate for change, after all - and an enclosed cockpit is such one such case!	”
		— Ahmed

Goal		Description	Laps PR	Reward R (+CRB)	Fame	Skip G
7.1	Cup	Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps Rolling Start	1 138.1	8,700 (+2,175)	1,600	60
		Win this event and avoid damaging more than 2 opponent body parts

	“	Careful driving can breed wasteful fuel practices - all that showing and starting. What we need is careful driving as well as efficient use of fuel...	”
		— Ahmed

Goal		Description	Laps PR	Reward R (+CRB)	Fame	Skip G
7.2	Elimination	Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps Rolling Start	Differs 138.6	7,900 (+1,975)	1,500	60
		Win this event without damaging your car or going off-track for more than 1 second

	“	Eric's been telling me about the potentials of the cockpit canopy - apparently, we could install photochromic and hydrophobic technology that would aid visibility in harsh lighting and poor weather conditions!	”
		— Ahmed

Goal		Description	Laps PR	Reward R (+CRB)	Fame	Skip G
7.3	Cup	Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps	2 139.2	17,600 (+4,400)	3,200	60
		Be overtaken 15 times and then reach 1st place to win
7.4	Autocross	Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps	— 140.3	3,300	600	60
		Win this event with an average speed of 119 mph (190 kph) [with significantly reduced characteristics]
7.5	Endurance	Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps	Differs 140.3	9,000/lap (+2,250/lap)	1,700/lap	60
		Win this event and reach 8.5 miles (13.7 km) without damaging your car

	“	Tomorrow is our final event with the MP4-X, and ultimately, our showdown with Magnus. The designers of this fine machine will all be there, and will be eagerly awaiting our excellence! But tomorrow we also have the opportunity to show the world that enclosed cockpits for driver safety are a worthwhile pursuit to be investigated in open wheeled racing. So get some rest, my friend!	”
		— Ahmed

Stage 08 
Rivals Do Battle

	“	Hey Ahmed, you got something to say to us, huh? I just heard something from an old Engineer friend of mine, who still works for Magnus. It was YOU who gave Magnus the plans for the MP4-X - who betrayed us!	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

	“	Ah, but alas, my ruse must come to an end. Yes, it was I. I am the architect of this great rivalry. But, Eric, if you would stop to listen to me, you'd understand why it was so. All shall be revealed in time!	”
		— Ahmed

Goal		Description	Laps PR	Reward R (+CRB)	Fame	Skip G
8.1	Cup	Silverstone – The International Circuit	3 140.3	12,300 (+3,075)	2,300	70
		Keep under 10 mph (17 kph) for the first 10 seconds, and then win without going off-track for more than 2 seconds
8.2	Autocross	Silverstone – The International Circuit	— 140.8	3,300	600	70
		Win this event
8.3	Speed Record	Silverstone – The Grand Prix Circuit	1 141.3	7,800 (+1,950)	1,500	70
		Win this event without going off-track
8.4	Cup	Silverstone – The Grand Prix Circuit	2 141.3	15,600 (+3,900)	2,900	70
		Win this event without going off-track

	“	Yes... Yes! Between you and Magnus, we are able to showcase EVERYTHING the MP4-X has to offer the world, and between your rivalry, you are both able to grow to become the greatest racers in the world!	”
		— Ahmed

Goal		Description	Laps PR	Reward R (+CRB)	Fame	Skip G
8.5	Cup	Silverstone – The International Circuit	2 141.3	8,500 (+2,125)	1,600	70
		Keep under 10 mph (17 kph) in the first 10 seconds OR overtake Magnus 15 times, then win

	“	My plans, my ambition, has all being realised! Two MP4-Xs, your progress - fuelled by a rivalry with Magnus, and the product of it all - proof to the world of the viability of McLaren's dream for the future!	”
		— Ahmed

	“	Wow, Ahmed... You're certainly a master schemer - there's no way I could have orchestrated such a complex plan. I'll just stick to my Auto Engineering - there's no need to be the best at EVERYTHING after all.	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

	“	But I couldn't have done it without you both, my friends. I am sorry that I kept secrets from you, but I hope you understand. To show my appreciation, and because I promised, the MP4-X is now yours. Enjoy!	”
		— Ahmed