The countdown is over as the 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy prepares to launch its new season at the Cremona Circuit, where 256 drivers are currently entered for the opening event scheduled from March 11 to March 15.

Three weeks earlier in Viterbo, Sodikart and CPB Sport had made a big impact: a one-two finish in the KZ2 Final, with four drivers in the top four places in the provisional championship standings. In Lonato, at South Garda Karting, one of the most demanding tracks of the early season, they confirmed their dominance with a victory and a 3rd place in the Final. Five victories in five races, a title already secured before the final round, and improving results in the Mini category.

Podium finishing F1 Academy driver Aurelia Nobels will move up to the GB3 Championship for the 2026 season, having signed with multiple race winners Hillspeed.

The victories in the penultimate round went to Orlov (KZ2), Manach (OK), Miron (OKJ), Burgess (MINI U10), Frigerio (MINI Gr.3), and Perico (OK-NJ).

After a total of 44 qualifying heats, Van Walstijn (KZ2), Calleja (OK), Miron Lorente (OKJ), Perico (OK-NJ), El Gahoudi (MINI Gr.3), and Wolff (MINI U10) are on top.

The initial heats have been run in Lonato. The program will continue on Saturday with the remaining qualifying heats, Prefinals and Finals will follow on Sunday, March 8th.

Karting has always been the proving ground of motorsport. It is where raw talent first reveals itself. But talent is only meaningful if it is exposed properly.

The pole positions went to Van Walstijn (KZ2), Walz (OK), Miron Lorente (OKJ), Hsueh (MINI U10), El Gahoudi (MINI Gr.3), and Perico OK-NJ).

A total of 400 drivers are expected at South Garda Karting for the fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato. These are again great figures for categories MINI, OK-NJ, OKJ, OK and KZ2. 

A total of 400 drivers are expected at South Garda Karting for the fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato. These are again great figures for categories MINI, OK-NJ, OKJ, OK and KZ2. 

Following the market introduction of the Rotax E10, BRP-Rotax is bringing electric karting into competitive RMC (Rotax MAX Challenge) racing. The E10 Mini will now feature as a dedicated category in selected Rotax MAX Challenge championships and race events worldwide, where drivers can qualify for the RMC Grand Finals. The E10 category will debut on the international stage this year in Portimão, Portugal.

The first two days of free practice for the fourth round are underway with 400 registered drivers from 60 nations. From Friday, the event kicks into high gear with qualifying sessions and the first heats. The final phase will take place on Sunday, March 8th, with the Prefinals and Finals broadcast via Live TV Streaming.

RGMMC Group, A leading organizer of international karting championships, announces a new strategic partnership with Playseat®, the global leader in racing simulation cockpits. This collaboration will bridge the gap between real-world karting and the rapidly growing world of esports and sim racing.

The 2025 Yearbook and all WSK Yearbooks dating back to the first volume in 2012 are now available online at wsk.it. They are available both online and in prestigious glossy print editions, featuring all the pictures, race reports, and results from every WSK, Rotax, and F4 karting season.

With just one week remaining before the start of the season, anticipation is building rapidly for the opening round of the 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy.

Round 1 of the 2026 International Series concluded in Valencia with high expectations following Saturday’s intense action and Sunday delivered once again. Under slightly cloudy skies, drivers returned to the track for a decisive final day, where margins were measured in tenths and the opening weekend standings were settled.

A total of 400 drivers are expected at the fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato next March 4-8. This are again great figures for categories MINI, OK-NJ, OKJ, OK and KZ2.

The third season of the Champions of the Future Academy International Series gets underway this week in Spain, with the opening round hosted at the technical and demanding Kartodromo Internacional Lucas Guerrero. At 1,428 metres, the Chiva circuit is long enough to reward bravery, technical enough to challenge drivers and wide enough to encourage ambition into Turn 1.

This weekend, the Karting Champions League Winter Series is at the Karting des Fagnes in Mariembourg for Round 2. There is a very interesting prize pool in the different classes! From Golden Tickets for the IAME IWF 2026 to F4 tests with MP Motorsport and more great prizes!

The 2026 International Series roared into life with packed grids across Mini 60, OK-N Junior and OK-N Senior. A strong mix of returning contenders and several new names immediately raised the level of competition. After sunny preparation days, race day brought changing conditions, with clouds rolling in and a short drizzle during the Mini 60 Final. The light rain slightly slowed lap times but did little to disrupt the intensity on track.

The third season of the Champions of the Future Academy International Series gets underway this week in Spain, with the opening round hosted at the technical and demanding Kartodromo Internacional Lucas Guerrero. At 1,428 metres, the Chiva circuit is long enough to reward bravery, technical enough to challenge drivers and wide enough to encourage ambition into Turn 1.

Two full days of free practice are in the books at Kartódromo Lucas Guerrero, and the paddock of the Champions of the Future Academy Program is officially up to speed.

The third season of the Champions of the Future Academy International Series gets underway this week in Spain, with the opening round hosted at the technical and demanding Kartodromo Internacional Lucas Guerrero. At 1,428 metres, the Chiva circuit is long enough to reward bravery, technical enough to challenge drivers and wide enough to encourage ambition into Turn 1.

The third season of the Champions of the Future Academy International Series gets underway this week in Spain, with the opening round hosted at the technical and demanding Kartodromo Internacional Lucas Guerrero. At 1,428 metres, the Chiva circuit is long enough to reward bravery, technical enough to challenge drivers and wide enough to encourage ambition into Turn 1.

The third season of the Champions of the Future Academy International Series gets underway this week in Spain, with the opening round hosted at the technical and demanding Kartodromo Internacional Lucas Guerrero. At 1,428 metres, the Chiva circuit is long enough to reward bravery, technical enough to challenge drivers and wide enough to encourage ambition into Turn 1.

The 2026 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour is set to begin in one month, traveling to the Musselman Honda Circuit over the weekend of March 27-29 for the 2026 SKUSA WinterNationals. It will be the third trip to the Tucson, Arizona facility, marking the first time returning since it hosted the 2013 SKUSA SpringNationals.

PREMA Racing announces that Sebastian Wheldon will compete with the team in the 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship, making the step from Formula 4 into the revamped championship.

At the start of the season, Energy Corse is clearly making its mark on the international stage, particularly in the OK class, the flagship category for young motorsport hopefuls. Since his podium finish at the 2025 FIA Karting World Championship, Lev Krutogolov has been racking up the wins at the wheel of his high-performance Energy-IAME.

The Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team has officially revealed its F1 Academy car livery, which will be driven by German talent Mathilda Paatz in her debut year of the all-female series. 

In all categories in which the KR chassis was officially represented, the podium was secured in the third round of the WSK Super Master Series. On the Leopard circuit, the event ended with Niccolo Perico's victory in OK-N Junior, where the Italian extended his lead in the overall standings. Titles are also still within reach in OK and OK-Junior, as well as in both Mini categories.