Livestream Super Heats Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2025 at Le Mans
Livestream Super Heats Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2025 at Le Mans

Livestream Super Heats Rotax MAX...

Livestream Super Heats Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2025 at Le Mans

Livestream Super Heats Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2025 at Le Mans

No fewer than 354 drivers are expected at the Le Mans International Circuit this year, confirming the immense appeal of the Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy. 3MK Events, in collaboration with...
The heat is on during the RMCIT Qualifying Heats
The heat is on during the RMCIT Qualifying Heats

The heat is on during the RMCIT...

The heat is on during the RMCIT Qualifying Heats

The heat is on during the RMCIT Qualifying Heats

In increasingly hot weather, the 343 drivers competing in the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy contested 36 Qualifying Heats before tackling the Super Heats on Saturday morning to select...
Livestream Friday Heats: Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2025 at Le Mans
Livestream Friday Heats: Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2025 at Le Mans

Livestream Friday Heats: Rotax MAX...

Livestream Friday Heats: Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2025 at Le Mans

Livestream Friday Heats: Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2025 at Le Mans

No fewer than 354 drivers are expected at the Le Mans International Circuit this year, confirming the immense appeal of the Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy. 3MK Events, in collaboration with...
Close qualifying at the 2025 RMCIT in Le Mans
Close qualifying at the 2025 RMCIT in Le Mans

Close qualifying at the 2025 RMCIT in Le...

Close qualifying at the 2025 RMCIT in Le Mans

Close qualifying at the 2025 RMCIT in Le Mans

After familiarising themselves with the Le Mans International Circuit during Free Practice, the 343 participants in the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy competed with great energy during...
The Rotax Electric Kart Cup Italy 2025 doubles the race action in Sarno
The Rotax Electric Kart Cup Italy 2025 doubles the race action in Sarno

The Rotax Electric Kart Cup Italy 2025...

The Rotax Electric Kart Cup Italy 2025 doubles the race action in Sarno

The Rotax Electric Kart Cup Italy 2025 doubles the race action in Sarno

BRP-Rotax, in cooperation with Authorised Rotax Distributor Kart-Shop Italia, announces the first Rotax Electric Kart Cup Italy 2025 as a feature category on the weekend of August 30th - 31st at the...
Results: Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2025 at Le Mans
Results: Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2025 at Le Mans

Results: Rotax MAX Challenge...

Results: Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2025 at Le Mans

Results: Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2025 at Le Mans

No fewer than 354 drivers are expected at the Le Mans International Circuit this year, confirming the immense appeal of the Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy. 3MK Events, in collaboration with...
Live timing: Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2024 at Le Mans
Live timing: Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2024 at Le Mans

Live timing: Rotax MAX Challenge...

Live timing: Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2024 at Le Mans

Live timing: Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2024 at Le Mans

No fewer than 354 drivers are expected at the Le Mans International Circuit this year, confirming the immense appeal of the Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy. 3MK Events, in collaboration with...
Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy entries open for Sarno
Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy entries open for Sarno

Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy entries...

Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy entries open for Sarno

Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy entries open for Sarno

Entries are now open for the final round of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy.
New records for Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy Season Seven
New records for Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy Season Seven

New records for Rotax Max Challenge...

New records for Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy Season Seven

New records for Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy Season Seven

No fewer than 354 drivers are expected at the Le Mans International Circuit this year, confirming the immense appeal of the Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy.
Intense heat and high stakes in Genk:  Round 3 of the RMCET delivers
Intense heat and high stakes in Genk:  Round 3 of the RMCET delivers

Intense heat and high stakes in Genk: ...

Intense heat and high stakes in Genk: Round 3 of the RMCET delivers

Intense heat and high stakes in Genk: Round 3 of the RMCET delivers

The 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy arrived at Karting Genk ‘Home of Champions’ for its third and penultimate round of the season. Set in one of the most iconic karting venues in the...
Title pressure builds in Genk as the 2025 RMCET nears its finale
Title pressure builds in Genk as the 2025 RMCET nears its finale

Title pressure builds in Genk as the...

Title pressure builds in Genk as the 2025 RMCET nears its finale

Title pressure builds in Genk as the 2025 RMCET nears its finale

As the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy entered its third and penultimate round, the championship landed at the iconic Karting Genk: The Home of Champions.
Memorable Sunday at Genk as Round 3 delivers high drama and new winners
Memorable Sunday at Genk as Round 3 delivers high drama and new winners

Memorable Sunday at Genk as Round 3...

Memorable Sunday at Genk as Round 3 delivers high drama and new winners

Memorable Sunday at Genk as Round 3 delivers high drama and new winners

An unforgettable showdown at Karting Genk – The Home of Champions saw Round 3 of the Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy come to a close with dramatic finales, fierce competition, and a...
Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk
Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3...

Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

The 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy moves into its third and penultimate round with a stop at one of its most iconic venues: Karting Genk – The Home of Champions. A staple in the RMCET...
Spencer, Ashcroft, Butcher, Bol and Picot lead the way after Heats in Genk
Spencer, Ashcroft, Butcher, Bol and Picot lead the way after Heats in Genk

Spencer, Ashcroft, Butcher, Bol and...

Spencer, Ashcroft, Butcher, Bol and Picot lead the way after Heats in Genk

Spencer, Ashcroft, Butcher, Bol and Picot lead the way after Heats in Genk

A full day of racing unfolded at Karting Genk – The Home of Champions, host of the third round of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy.
Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk
Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at...

Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

The 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy moves into its third and penultimate round with a stop at one of its most iconic venues: Karting Genk – The Home of Champions. A staple in the RMCET...
Qualifying and first heats complete as Round 3 begins under clear skies at Genk
Qualifying and first heats complete as Round 3 begins under clear skies at Genk

Qualifying and first heats complete as...

Qualifying and first heats complete as Round 3 begins under clear skies at Genk

Qualifying and first heats complete as Round 3 begins under clear skies at Genk

The third round of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy is underway at the legendary Karting Genk – The Home of Champions, where the action resumed today under mild conditions after a rainy...
Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk
Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round...

Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

The 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy moves into its third and penultimate round with a stop at one of its most iconic venues: Karting Genk – The Home of Champions. A staple in the RMCET...
202 Drivers set for round 3 of the RMCET at Genk
202 Drivers set for round 3 of the RMCET at Genk

202 Drivers set for round 3 of the RMCET...

202 Drivers set for round 3 of the RMCET at Genk

202 Drivers set for round 3 of the RMCET at Genk

The 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy enters its penultimate chapter this week at one of the most iconic tracks on the calendar: Karting Genk – The Home of Champions. This legendary Belgian...
Genk prepares to host Round 3 of the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Euro Trophy
Genk prepares to host Round 3 of the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Euro Trophy

Genk prepares to host Round 3 of the...

Genk prepares to host Round 3 of the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Euro Trophy

Genk prepares to host Round 3 of the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Euro Trophy

The 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy moves into its third and penultimate round with a stop at one of its most iconic venues: Karting Genk – The Home of Champions.
RMC Euro Trophy Championship outlook after Trinec
RMC Euro Trophy Championship outlook after Trinec

RMC Euro Trophy Championship outlook...

RMC Euro Trophy Championship outlook after Trinec

RMC Euro Trophy Championship outlook after Trinec

Round 2 of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy delivered another thrilling chapter, this time at the Steel Ring in Trinec. While Wackersdorf tested experience and consistency, the Czech circuit...

Join the RMC Euro Trophy in the Rotax Project E20

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Livestream: Rotax `O plate` British Open Kart Championship at Whilton Mill Read more

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Now in its 16th season, the BNL Karting Series makes an emphatic return to racing, having crowned its champions early last October, as they will be going full-throttle this coming weekend at the “Home of Champions,” Karting Genk for the annual Kick-Off.

Livestream: BNL Karting Series Kick-Off

Livestream: BNL Karting Series Kick-Off Read more

Now in its 16th season, the BNL Karting Series makes an emphatic return to racing, having crowned its champions early last October, as they will be going full-throttle this coming weekend at the “Home of Champions,” Karting Genk for the annual Kick-Off.

Live timing: BNL Karting Series Kick-Off

Live timing: BNL Karting Series Kick-Off Read more

Now in its 16th season, the BNL Karting Series makes an emphatic return to racing, having crowned its champions early last October, as they will be going full-throttle this coming weekend at the “Home of Champions,” Karting Genk for the annual Kick-Off.

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Now in its 16th season, the BNL Karting Series makes an emphatic return to racing, having crowned its champions early last October, as they will be going full-throttle this coming weekend at the “Home of Champions,” Karting Genk for the annual Kick-Off.

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The new season has already had a taste of what is in store for the Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy in 2023, following the success of the recent RMCET Winter Cup held in Spain, as the championship prepares to begin its sixth year of international competition.

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The 2023 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy Winter Cup is in the starting blocks. This weekend marks the start of the international racing season for this exciting series at European level. 

Live timing: Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy Winter Cup at Circuito Karting Campillos

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RMC Euro Trophy Winter Cup starts in Campillos

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Tony Kart presents the new chassis: Racer 401R, Krypton 801R and Rookie EV.
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Tony Kart presents the new chassis: Racer 401R, Krypton 801R and Rookie EV.

Now the last developments of the top range Tony Kart chassis are official. The models Racer 401R and Krypton 801R for Ok and KZ, and Rookie EV for the Mini. All the chassis have a new graphic and some improvements on the components. For the Rookies also the frame has been modified and the brake system has been redisgned.

Briefly the news
Racer 401R and Krypton 801R
- New steering wheel covered with high grip rubber granting more precision and comfort during the driving
- Standard inclined steering wheel hub
- Integarted floor plate granting a better aerodynamics
- M7 low CX aerodynamic Nassau panel
- Brand new graphic design bodyworks, floor plate and fuel tank stickers 

Rookie EV
- New bare frame geometry
- BSM4 one-piece master cylinder with brake pads self adjusting system and self ventilated disc 160x10mm
- MSHL stub axles
- Flat bottom seat available in two sizes
- New graphic for bodyworks

Constant development
Racer 401 R, Krypton 801 R and Rookie EV are the latest versions of the top models of the Tony Kart chassis range, suitable not only for experienced drivers but also for youngest drivers in Mini class.
The Racer is the chassis “Symbol” of the company: born in 2000, it boasts 7 World Titles and many other international titles in all the classes. All the improvements brought to 2019 chassis have been thought, developed and tested by the Tony Kart official racing team during the most important competitions around the world: these are the essential conditions for giving all the drivers high quality and reliable karts. For Racer 401R and Krypton 801R, both available in direct drive and shifter version, the bare frame geometry are unchanged, the most interesting innovations concern the componentry.
Geometry, accessories and production method are the same for both models, the main difference is in the diameter of the steel molybdenum Chrome tubes: 30mm for the Racer and 32mm for the Krypton.
The Rookie has new bare frame geometry, a new brake system, new stub axle and seat available in two sizes.

Aerodynamics
Thanks to computer CFD simulations, the technicians of the Research and Development Department of the OTK Kart Group developed the new M7 Nassau panel for the Racer and Krypton: its shape is characterized by a unique and revolutionary design, perfectly integrated with M6 bodyworks. Another great change is the integrated floor plate, a special type of floor plate whose configuration completely seals the frame frontal area, considerably improving the aerodynamic output.

Comfort and Precision
The Racer 401 R and the Krypton 801 R are provided with the new steering wheel covered with high grip rubber. This new solution grants a better comfort and a better driving feeling for the driver. 
Moreover also the inclined steering wheel hub is new and provided as standard, this allow to better adjust the driving position.

KZ
The use of high quality materials and innovative methods of production are the main characteristics of OTK Kart Group, especially for the kart for KZ class: the most complete of the range.   
Besides all the technical characteristics of the OK, on the KZ there is also an optimized bare frame design and the Bss brake system, equipped with self adjusting  front brakes system with one-piece front calipers with 4 pistons 22 mm Ø .

Rookie EV
The chassis for the Mini class is completely new, with characteristics similar to the top models of Tony Kart Range. The bare has new geometry, keeping unchanged the wheel base of 950mm and the tubes diameter of 28mm. The Rookie EV is also characterized by a new design profile, with 2019 graphics similar to the Racer 401R. The OTK Kart Group R&D Department carried out a great job on the brake system, called BSM4, it has been completely re-designed. Its main features are: Ergal caliper equipped with 4 pistons, self ventilated brake disc and one-piece brake pump in Ergal.

 

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