Haryanto began his car racing career competing in three Asian-based series during 2008: the Asian Formula Renault Challenge, Formula Asia 2.0, and Formula BMW Pacific.
Haryanto comezou a súa andaina nas carreiras de coches no seu continente natal, competindo en tres series asiáticas durante o ano 2008: Asian Formula Renault Challenge, Formula Asia 2.0, e Formula BMW Pacific.