A helmet for Gabin – Team WRT’S ‘ACO Challenge 2025’ initiative
A helmet for Gabin – Team WRT’S ‘ACO Challenge 2025’ initiative

A helmet for Gabin – Team WRT’S ‘ACO...

A helmet for Gabin – Team WRT’S ‘ACO Challenge 2025’ initiative

A helmet for Gabin – Team WRT’S ‘ACO Challenge 2025’ initiative

As part of their 2025 ‘ACO Challenge’, Team WRT continues its commitment to meaningful, human-driven initiatives. After winning the 2024 ACO ‘Coup de Cœur’ Award for its...
Preston and Burke win at Australian Kart Championship round two
Preston and Burke win at Australian Kart Championship round two

Preston and Burke win at Australian Kart...

Preston and Burke win at Australian Kart Championship round two

Preston and Burke win at Australian Kart Championship round two

Jac Preston has taken his first ever SP Tools Australian Kart Championship round win in KZ2 at Murray Bridge, South Australia, while Ky Burke broached the top step of the podium in KA2 for the first...
Race Report: The ROK Cup Italy with Round 2 held at the 7 Laghi Kart in Castelletto di Branduzzo
Race Report: The ROK Cup Italy with Round 2 held at the 7 Laghi Kart in Castelletto di Branduzzo

Race Report: The ROK Cup Italy with...

Race Report: The ROK Cup Italy with Round 2 held at the 7 Laghi Kart in Castelletto di Branduzzo

Race Report: The ROK Cup Italy with Round 2 held at the 7 Laghi Kart in Castelletto di Branduzzo

The ROK Cup Italy continues its seasonal journey with the second round held at the 7 Laghi Kart in Castelletto di Branduzzo (PV). Almost 200 are the attendants in the seven categories competing, in a...
IPK strengthens its presence in International Competition
IPK strengthens its presence in International Competition

IPK strengthens its presence in...

IPK strengthens its presence in International Competition

IPK strengthens its presence in International Competition

Since its creation in 2010, the IPK factory has rapidly established itself as one of the leading companies in the global karting market, thanks to its innovative technology and the quality of the...
Breakthrough win for Cooper Folley as Italian flies in Melbourne
Breakthrough win for Cooper Folley as Italian flies in Melbourne

Breakthrough win for Cooper Folley as...

Breakthrough win for Cooper Folley as Italian flies in Melbourne

Breakthrough win for Cooper Folley as Italian flies in Melbourne

Young Queenslander, Cooper Folley has stunned the field in his first KA2 Junior round at the opening SP Tools Australian Kart Championship, presented by Castrol event sweeping to the win at the...
Kalì Kart on top in the Margutti Trophy
Kalì Kart on top in the Margutti Trophy

Kalì Kart on top in the Margutti Trophy

Kalì Kart on top in the Margutti Trophy

Kalì Kart on top in the Margutti Trophy

Great weekend for Kalì Kart colours at the 36th Margutti Trophy that took place this weekend in Lonato. In the OK Junior category, Ilia Berezkin dominated the OK Junior by winning all 3 qualifying...
Italian Champion to line up in Australian Kart Championship opener
Italian Champion to line up in Australian Kart Championship opener

Italian Champion to line up in...

Italian Champion to line up in Australian Kart Championship opener

Italian Champion to line up in Australian Kart Championship opener

Italian Champion Moritz Ebner is set to make his Australian debut at the opening round of the 2025 SP Tools Australian Kart Championship presented by Castrol in Melbourne next weekend (March 28-30).
Stars of Karting take centre stage in Melbourne
Stars of Karting take centre stage in Melbourne

Stars of Karting take centre stage in...

Stars of Karting take centre stage in Melbourne

Stars of Karting take centre stage in Melbourne

Melbourne’s Grand Prix week started off with a bang with the Stars of Karting Event at Port Melbourne’s Todd Road facility on Monday. The short and sharp format saw qualifying followed up...
Prokart Challenge opens 2025 with double round weekend at K1 Circuit
Prokart Challenge opens 2025 with double round weekend at K1 Circuit

Prokart Challenge opens 2025 with double...

Prokart Challenge opens 2025 with double round weekend at K1 Circuit

Prokart Challenge opens 2025 with double round weekend at K1 Circuit

The first event of the 2025 ProKart Challenge program was held on the February 28-March 2 weekend at the new K1 Circuit. The Winchester, California facility welcomed the Superkarts! USA regional...
Kennedy and Campbell announced for 2025 FIA Karting Academy Trophy
Kennedy and Campbell announced for 2025 FIA Karting Academy Trophy

Kennedy and Campbell announced for 2025...

Kennedy and Campbell announced for 2025 FIA Karting Academy Trophy

Kennedy and Campbell announced for 2025 FIA Karting Academy Trophy

Karting Australia is proud to announce that Annabel Kennedy (Brisbane, QLD) and Hamish Campbell (Gold Coast, QLD) have been selected to represent the nation in the 2025 FIA Karting Academy Trophy...
WKA Realigns National Road Racing Schedules for 2025 and 2026
WKA Realigns National Road Racing Schedules for 2025 and 2026

WKA Realigns National Road Racing...

WKA Realigns National Road Racing Schedules for 2025 and 2026

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With a very busy Road Racing Calendar and events so close to each other throughout the year, racers have expressed their concerns that some events are simply not feasible to attend.  Responding...
2025 Rotax National Cup heads to Albury Wodonga
2025 Rotax National Cup heads to Albury Wodonga

2025 Rotax National Cup heads to Albury...

2025 Rotax National Cup heads to Albury Wodonga

2025 Rotax National Cup heads to Albury Wodonga

Karting Australia can confirm that the 2025 Rotax National Cup will be hosted at Albury Wodonga Kart Racing Club on September 13-14.
Stars of Karting to kick off Formula 1 race week in Melbourne
Stars of Karting to kick off Formula 1 race week in Melbourne

Stars of Karting to kick off Formula 1...

Stars of Karting to kick off Formula 1 race week in Melbourne

Stars of Karting to kick off Formula 1 race week in Melbourne

More than 100 of Australia’s top kart racers will take centre stage at the Go-Kart Club of Victoria on Monday, March 10, as the Stars of Karting event launches "Race Week" for the...
2025 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour on the horizon
2025 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour on the horizon

2025 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour on the...

2025 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour on the horizon

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Fresh off a record setting campaign in Florida, the Superkarts! USA organization is turning its focus on the 2025 SKUSA Pro Tour. Set for its 16th straight season, the championship will again be...
Rock Island Grand Prix: Come for the races, stay for the party!
Rock Island Grand Prix: Come for the races, stay for the party!

Rock Island Grand Prix: Come for the...

Rock Island Grand Prix: Come for the races, stay for the party!

Rock Island Grand Prix: Come for the races, stay for the party!

Back in 1978, The Blues Brothers took the world by storm with a skit on Saturday Night Live. A movie followed in 1980, then a sequel and some albums as Dan Aykroyd (Elwood) and John Belushi (Joliet...
Kalì Kart: Zvarich brothers confirmed for 2025
Kalì Kart: Zvarich brothers confirmed for 2025

Kalì Kart: Zvarich brothers confirmed...

Kalì Kart: Zvarich brothers confirmed for 2025

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Iron Dames reveal full 2025 racing programme: 16 drivers, multiple disciplines, one mission
Iron Dames reveal full 2025 racing programme: 16 drivers, multiple disciplines, one mission

Iron Dames reveal full 2025 racing...

Iron Dames reveal full 2025 racing programme: 16 drivers, multiple disciplines, one mission

Iron Dames reveal full 2025 racing programme: 16 drivers, multiple disciplines, one mission

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Superkarts! USA ProKart Challenge sets 2025 schedule
Superkarts! USA ProKart Challenge sets 2025 schedule

Superkarts! USA ProKart Challenge sets...

Superkarts! USA ProKart Challenge sets 2025 schedule

Superkarts! USA ProKart Challenge sets 2025 schedule

The 21st edition of the Superkarts! USA ProKart Challenge is projected to be one of the best seasons in the last decade. The organization’s flagship regional program is set to contest six rounds...
ROK Cup 2025 Regulations
ROK Cup 2025 Regulations

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The new regulations for the ROK Cup 2025 have been approved by ACI SPORT. Below you can find all the information and updates regarding the main changes introduced for the new season.
24 Hours Karting of Italy: the entry list becomes increasingly international
24 Hours Karting of Italy: the entry list becomes increasingly international

24 Hours Karting of Italy: the entry...

24 Hours Karting of Italy: the entry list becomes increasingly international

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Registration of the teams coming from all over the world for the 24 Hours Karting of Italy, the reference Rental kart event among international endurance races, scheduled for next March 1-2 on the...

California ProKart Challenge to Close Out 2024 at K1 Circuit

California ProKart Challenge to Close Out 2024 at K1 Circuit Read more

The California ProKart Challenge is carrying the momentum of the season’s fourth event in August into the 2024 series finale, scheduled for September 28-29 at the new K1 Circuit. The Winchester, California facility welcomed 171 entries for the double-round weekend, with another big turnout expected for the two-day, one round series finale of the Superkarts! USA regional program.

Five Australian drivers set for FIA World Karting Championships this weekend

Five Australian drivers set for FIA World Karting Championships this weekend Read more

Australian James Anagnostiadis, a Junior Driver with the Mercedes Formula One Team, comes into the weekend riding a wave of momentum.

Lots of winners on new course at 29th Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix

Lots of winners on new course at 29th Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix Read more

Texan Jeff Dolian notched three wins and Quad-Cities native Tony Neilson grabbed his 26th Rock trophy at this year’s Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix presented by The Hemp Doctor.

K1 Circuit a success for California Prokart Challenge

K1 Circuit a success for California Prokart Challenge Read more

Debut event at anticipated facility welcomes big numbers in double weekend for Superkarts! USA regional program

 

Dicker doubles up in Australia's Premier Kart title in Melbourne

Dicker doubles up in Australia's Premier Kart title in Melbourne Read more

West Australian Sam Dicker has etched himself as a two-time Australian KZ2 Champion at the final round of the SP Tools Australian Kart Championship in Oakleigh just outside Melbourne after a last-round stand that saw him overhaul series-long leader, Joshua Fife. Entering the weekend four points behind Fife, the Flatout Karts racer set the tone with pole position on Friday and continued that through the first two heats on Saturday.

Fast females set to shine in Australian Kart Championship Finale

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Motorsport is one of the few sports around the globe where males and females can compete equally. In Australia female participation in motorsports is becoming more prominent in the modern era.

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Action-packed summer for the Sauber Academy

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The Sauber Academy drivers enjoyed a couple of action-packed months, as their campaigns all entered their busiest phases, with on-track activities throughout June and July racing across Europe and the United States.
 

Iron Dames Young Talents selection concludes with promising performances

Iron Dames Young Talents selection concludes with promising performances Read more

The Iron Dames Young Talents Karting selection for 2024 has successfully concluded, showcasing a rigorous and inspiring program aimed at identifying and nurturing the next generation of female racing talent. The event, held at the Franciacorta Karting Track, brought together 20 of the world’s brightest young karting talents aged eight to 13, providing them with a unique platform to showcase their skills and potential across two action-packed days.

Kali Kart and Cristian Blandino leaders in the Italian OK-N Junior Championship

Kali Kart and Cristian Blandino leaders in the Italian OK-N Junior Championship Read more

It was a very positive weekend for the official Kalì Kart team the one held on the Naples international track in Sarno, where Round 4 of the Italian Karting Championship took place. Cristian Blandino took 2 wins, winning both Race 1 in the morning and Race 2 in the afternoon, thus taking the lead of the Championship with 222 points, 27 more than the 2nd in the ranking.

Coffs Coast is calling for karting’s best this weekend

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The Coffs Harbour Kart Racing Club is set to host round four of the 2024 SP Tools Australian Kart Championship presented by Castrol this weekend.

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Another solid performance in Slovakia for Parolin Motorsport

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Tony Kart: victory and podiums in Italy and Slovakia

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On the occasion of the FIA Karting European Championship for OK-OKJ classes, held at the Slovak Karting Centre, their Racer 401 RR chassis gains the podium among the “Juniors”. In Val Vibrata, at the Italian ACI Karting Championship, the Rookie chassis wins in the MINI Gr.3 category.

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The Queensland Kart Championship presented by the Onsite Rental Group, is set to ignite the Ipswich Kart Club this weekend. With more than 380 entries across 12 competitive classes, this event promises to be a spectacular showcase of karting talent from Australia and New Zealand.

Kalì Kart Racing Team: Mixed feelings after Round 3 of the Italian Karting Championship

Kalì Kart Racing Team: Mixed feelings after Round 3 of the Italian Karting Championship Read more

There are many reasons for the Kalì Kart Racing Team to be disappointed and many to be happy after the 3rd round of the Italian Karting Championship. In the OK-N Junior category, after the pole position in the Qualifying Practice on Friday and 2 Heat wins on Saturday, Cristian Blandino finished Race 1 in P6 and Race 2 just a whisker away from the podium, in P4.

CRG to be technical partner of the “Road to Race Academy” talent

CRG to be technical partner of the “Road to Race Academy” talent Read more

A new TV Talent linked to the world of Motorsport and in particular to single-seaters is at the starting line: it is the “Road to Race Academy”, a format created and promoted by Puresport, a leading company in the Racing Experiences, which has a team taking part in the Italian F2000 Formula Trophy Championship, as well as manages around 20 single-seaters including 2 of the latest Formula 1 cars.

Lucky 13's for Loeskow and Jenner under the Emerald Lights

Lucky 13's for Loeskow and Jenner under the Emerald Lights Read more

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Rok Cup Italy, Round 4 – Race Report

Rok Cup Italy, Round 4 – Race Report Read more

Halfway point for the ROK Cup Italy at the South Garda Karting of Lonato del Garda (BS), hosting the fourth round (out of eight) of the 2024 season. As many as 235 drivers excited the races in the six categories of the championship, on a Sunday featured by fine weather.

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ProKart Challenge to host 16th season in 2020
Mitchell Koolen
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ProKart Challenge to host 16th season in 2020

TEMECULA, CA (February 21, 2020) – The ProKart Challenge is launching its 16th racing season this month, and remains one of the top regional karting programs in North America. What began as a gathering of fellow racers has grown into a top-level racing series that welcomes drivers from all over North America and countries from around the world. Based in the state of California, the series is ready for another five weekend, six-round championship program set to start on February 29-March 1 at the Buttonwillow Raceway Park in Buttonwillow, California.

The 2020 prize package for the ProKart Challenge is a very lucrative one, set at just over $120,000 to be awarded throughout the season and at the year-end awards ceremony. Over half of the 2020 total is set to be awarded throughout the six rounds of racing. Each daily podium features $7,500 in prizes for all categories – with first place earning a 2020 PKC Entry with tires, second place a 2020 PKC entry, and third place receiving a $50 MotorsportReg.com credit toward any PKC event. At the end of the podium ceremonies, Superkarts! USA is set to raffle off 10 sets of Evinco Tires, 4 PKC Entries with tires, and 1 SKUSA Pro Tour Entry with tires.

Year-end championship prizes will be awarded to the top-three in all categories. Each PKC champion receives a 2020 SuperNationals Entry with tires. The vice-champion takes home two 2021 PKC Entries with tires, while third-place in the standings earns a 2021 PKC Entry with tires. A minimum of five drivers per class each round is required for prize eligibility, as well as for year-end championship awards.

Six rounds of racing are featured in this year’s schedule, with the best five results deciding the ProKart Challenge champions for 2020. As it has done for many years, Buttonwillow opens the year with Round 1, and then April 4-5 takes competitors to the home of the Monterey Bay Karters facility in Marina, California for what looks like PKC’s last race at the venue. Once again, the CalSpeed Karting facility will host a double-round weekend on June 12-14 for Rounds Three and Four. Round Five is scheduled for July 11-12 at the Santa Maria Kart Track, with the series concluding at the popular Streets of Lancaster Grand Prix on September 26-27.

The PKC will continue the format set last year, with each two-day event taking place over Saturday and Sunday, with the exception of the CalSpeed weekend. Official practice begins on Saturday morning, with all categories being provided five rounds of practice ahead of Qualifying, which will be conducted at the end of the day. Sunday’s schedule will include a warm-up, with the Prefinal and Final to conclude each round early enough to allow competitors the opportunity to travel home before the sun sets.

A total of 16 categories will be offered for the 2020 ProKart Challenge program. The core of the series is the Superkarts! USA Pro Tour categories; Pro Shifter, Pro Shifter 2, G1, G2, X30 Senior, X30 Master, X30 Super Master, X30 Junior, KA100 Senior, KA100 Junior, Mini Swift and Micro Swift. KA100 Master returns after its debut in 2019 at the PKC, along with the continuation of providing a place for the Spec Honda CR125 packages in the Shifter Senior, Shifter Master and S5 Junior Stock Moto categories.

Pre-Registration remains open for the first round of the PKC at Buttonwillow. The deadline for online registration for the event is Monday, February 24 at 11:59pm PST – with the discounted price of $335 for entry and stamped race tires. A SKUSA membership is mandatory to register and compete. Move-in for Round 1 of the PKC begins on Friday morning at 9:00 am, and the registration desk will open at 3:00 pm. Complete race and venue information, along with a tentative weekend schedule, can be found at the PKC Event Page. New for the 2020 season is the addition of a new official photographer for the ProKart Challenge. Mad Moose Media will handle all the official photo duties throughout the 2020 season, with new exciting technology to be onsite at the opening round of the series.

For more information on anything related to Superkarts! USA, please visit the website – www.superkartsusa.com and be sure to follow the Superkarts! USA Facebook page, Twitter and Instagram accounts.

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