Reviewing only the TV series Never heard of this show until I saw an Artize Music video with footage from one of the OVAs. Found the entire series with English subs and I went to town! Very fun series that feels grounded in how they take physics and engineering then exaggerate it for special moves. The fact that the legendary Shoji Kawamori was the mecha designer explains how gorgeous the Cyber Formula cars look even after 15 years. Without spoiling too much, the main characters and racers are a joy to watch. Even though mostly five racers have the most characterization, the show never feelsbogged down when it comes to drama. Since it's a 90s show, lots of old tropes especially in regards to childhood romance or rivalry are here.

The races themselves are surprisingly tense but also believable enough that you don't feel cheated by the results. The filler episodes that allow Hayato to display his and Asurada's skills or tools aren't that engaging but, since this was aimed at kids, I can forgive it.

All in all I was very glad to watch this series. I look forward to the OVA series and I'm glad to have found a simple and fun racing anime.