{mos55image}formula_renault_2000.jpg|left|Mikko will race a Formula Renault 2000 in 2006{/mos55image}

Mikko's big passion and number one hobby besides horses is car racing. Mikko has earlier competed with saloon cars, e.g. a Porsche GT3R car in the GTP-series (season 2004) and a Ferrari 360 Modena in the Ferrari Challenge (season 2005). For season 2006 Mikko is taking the big step to a single seated Formula Renault 2000.

Formula Renault 2000

Introduced in 2000, the Formula Renault 2000 is the best-selling single-seater in the world, with more than 550 cars already constructed. Built to FIA F3 regulations, the FR 2000 offers maximum safety. Drivers enjoy the latest on-board technological refinements: digital dashboard and sequential box controls.

The Formula Renault 2000 competes in eleven national championships and the Eurocup. The Formula Renault 2000 was the step stone Finland's Kimi R?ikk?nen used to climb directly to Formula 1. Mikko is competing in the Italian championship series.

Formula Renault 2000 Italia

• Season 2006 calendar

Mikko's 2006 Team

• RP-Motorsport

Technical data:

Chassis: Carbon-fibre Monocoque, carbon/fibreglass bodywork

Engine: 4 cylinders - 16 valves - 1998 cc
Maximum power: 196 Bhp at 7000 rpm
Maximum torque: 222 Nmat 4750 rpm

Transmission: Sequential, dog-clutch box, 6 gears, changeable ratios, self-locking differential

Brakes: 4 pistons callipers, 275mm ventilated discs, pedal assembly with dashboard brake distribution adjustment.

Wheels: Single piece with single central nut 8 x 13 alloy (front) and 10 x 13 (rear)
Tyres: Michelin S210 (dry) and P210 (rain) 16 x 53 x 13 (front) and 23 x 57 x 13 (rear)

Dimensions, weights and capacities:
Wheelbase: 2645 mm
Track width: 3772 mm (front) - 1675 mm (rear)
Fuel tank: 38 litres
Weight: 492 kg