Rotax Karting strengthens U.S presence: KSG becomes key partner
Rotax Karting strengthens U.S presence: KSG becomes key partner

Rotax Karting strengthens U.S presence:...

Rotax Karting strengthens U.S presence: KSG becomes key partner

Rotax Karting strengthens U.S presence: KSG becomes key partner

Rotax Karting is excited to announce a new chapter in its U.S. operations with the appointment of KSG as a key business partner. KSG will take over the responsibilities of both existing distributors...
Sem and Maurits Knopjes writing history at the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals! Both claimed...
Sem and Maurits Knopjes writing history at the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals! Both claimed...

Sem and Maurits Knopjes writing history...

Sem and Maurits Knopjes writing history at the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals! Both claimed...

Sem and Maurits Knopjes writing history at the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals! Both claimed...

Sem and Maurits Knopjes have both been crowned world champions at the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals in Bahrain. Sem clinched the world title in the DD2 category, while his father Maurits...
Birelart, a major player in the success of the World Rotax Grand Finals
Birelart, a major player in the success of the World Rotax Grand Finals

Birelart, a major player in the success...

Birelart, a major player in the success of the World Rotax Grand Finals

Birelart, a major player in the success of the World Rotax Grand Finals

The Birelart factory continues its successful partnership with BRP-Rotax at the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals, held in the magical setting of the Bahrain circuit. The Italian manufacturer was once...
RMCGF 2025: Sodikart, performance at the heart of the brand experience
RMCGF 2025: Sodikart, performance at the heart of the brand experience

RMCGF 2025: Sodikart, performance at the...

RMCGF 2025: Sodikart, performance at the heart of the brand experience

RMCGF 2025: Sodikart, performance at the heart of the brand experience

The Rotax Max Challenge 2025 Grand Final offered the karting world yet another demonstration of mastery and innovation. Hosted in the unique atmosphere of the Kingdom of Bahrain, the event benefited...
A spectacular 2025 RMC Grand Finals concludes in Bahrain: 396 Drivers, 60 Nations, One memorable...
A spectacular 2025 RMC Grand Finals concludes in Bahrain: 396 Drivers, 60 Nations, One memorable...

A spectacular 2025 RMC Grand Finals...

A spectacular 2025 RMC Grand Finals concludes in Bahrain: 396 Drivers, 60 Nations, One memorable...

A spectacular 2025 RMC Grand Finals concludes in Bahrain: 396 Drivers, 60 Nations, One memorable...

Creating a thrilling spectacle in the heart of the desert in the Kingdom of Bahrain, the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals (RMCGF) once again delivered world-class motorsport at its finest. The...
RMC Grand Final Champions Crowned in Bahrain
RMC Grand Final Champions Crowned in Bahrain

RMC Grand Final Champions Crowned in...

RMC Grand Final Champions Crowned in Bahrain

RMC Grand Final Champions Crowned in Bahrain

What an incredible week it has been here in the Kingdom of Bahrain for the RMC Grand Finals 2025. The atmosphere was absolutely electrifying, filled with anticipation, emotion, and world-class racing....
LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Prize Giving Ceremony RMC Grand Finals 2025
LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Prize Giving Ceremony RMC Grand Finals 2025

LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Prize...

LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Prize Giving Ceremony RMC Grand Finals 2025

LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Prize Giving Ceremony RMC Grand Finals 2025

After an unforgettable week of racing, it's time to celebrate the new RMC Grand Finals Champions 2025! The evening begins in the Social Area and around the main podium stage with the Sundowner...
LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025 - the Finals
LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025 - the Finals

LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max...

LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025 - the Finals

LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025 - the Finals

The climax of the RMC Grand Finals 2025 is here! After days of intense racing, it's time for the Finals in all 8 categories. Every race crowns a Champion - and only the strongest performances...
Grids Set for Finals After Friday’s Pre-Finals at the RMC Grand Finals in Bahrain
Grids Set for Finals After Friday’s Pre-Finals at the RMC Grand Finals in Bahrain

Grids Set for Finals After Friday’s...

Grids Set for Finals After Friday’s Pre-Finals at the RMC Grand Finals in Bahrain

Grids Set for Finals After Friday’s Pre-Finals at the RMC Grand Finals in Bahrain

Qualifying Practice, Heat Races, and Pre-Finals are now in the books, and the only session that remains of any importance is the Finals on Saturday. With RMC Grand National Championship titles on the...
Friday live streaming coverage: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025
Friday live streaming coverage: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025

Friday live streaming coverage: Follow...

Friday live streaming coverage: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025

Friday live streaming coverage: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025

A special day at the Bahrain International Karting Circuit! The program starts with the traditional Drivers Parade, before all 8 categories line up for the Pre-Finals. This will set the starting grid...
RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #5 Today was a busy day on track with all the heat races
RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #5 Today was a busy day on track with all the heat races

RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #5 Today...

RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #5 Today was a busy day on track with all the heat races

RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #5 Today was a busy day on track with all the heat races

It was a busy day on track at the Bahrain International Karting Circuit as heat races concluded today, setting the grids for Pre-Finals tomorrow. With a delay-free day, more than 25 heat races were...
Thursday LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025
Thursday LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025

Thursday LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the...

Thursday LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025

Thursday LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025

This week, the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2025 is taking place in the Kingdom of Bahrain from November 29th to December 6th. Around 400 drivers from more than 50 countries will fight for the...
RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #4: Qualifying Practice and Heat 1 at the Bahrain International...
RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #4: Qualifying Practice and Heat 1 at the Bahrain International...

RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #4:...

RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #4: Qualifying Practice and Heat 1 at the Bahrain International...

RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #4: Qualifying Practice and Heat 1 at the Bahrain International...

It was Qualifying Practice and Heat 1 on the schedule today at the Bahrain International Karting Circuit as a late start would see the first wheel-to-wheel action of the weekend take place under the...
PREMA Racing announces Montoya for 2026 FIA F2 season
PREMA Racing announces Montoya for 2026 FIA F2 season

PREMA Racing announces Montoya for 2026...

PREMA Racing announces Montoya for 2026 FIA F2 season

PREMA Racing announces Montoya for 2026 FIA F2 season

PREMA Racing is delighted to announce that Sebastian Montoya will continue to compete with the team in the 2026 FIA Formula 2 Championship. Coming off a positive rookie campaign in the series, the...
Wednesday live streaming coverage: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025
Wednesday live streaming coverage: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025

Wednesday live streaming coverage:...

Wednesday live streaming coverage: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025

Wednesday live streaming coverage: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025

This week, the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2025 is taking place in the Kingdom of Bahrain from November 29th to December 6th. Around 400 drivers from more than 50 countries will fight for the...
Results: Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2025 at the Bahrain International Karting Circuit
Results: Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2025 at the Bahrain International Karting Circuit

Results: Rotax MAX Challenge Grand...

Results: Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2025 at the Bahrain International Karting Circuit

Results: Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2025 at the Bahrain International Karting Circuit

This week, the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2025 is taking place in the Kingdom of Bahrain from November 29th to December 6th. Around 400 drivers from more than 50 countries will fight for the...
Live timing: Follow LIVE the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2025
Live timing: Follow LIVE the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2025

Live timing: Follow LIVE the Rotax MAX...

Live timing: Follow LIVE the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2025

Live timing: Follow LIVE the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2025

This week, the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2025 is taking place in the Kingdom of Bahrain from November 29th to December 6th. Around 400 drivers from more than 50 countries will fight for the...
RMC Grand Finals Daily Report: All Focus Shifts to Qualifying Practice and Heat 1 of Tomorrow
RMC Grand Finals Daily Report: All Focus Shifts to Qualifying Practice and Heat 1 of Tomorrow

RMC Grand Finals Daily Report: All Focus...

RMC Grand Finals Daily Report: All Focus Shifts to Qualifying Practice and Heat 1 of Tomorrow

RMC Grand Finals Daily Report: All Focus Shifts to Qualifying Practice and Heat 1 of Tomorrow

As the track action heated up throughout the day, times dropped as a total of five Non-Qualifying Practice sessions have now concluded for each category. Tomorrow brings a new day, a single...
2026 RMC Winter Cup entries are open
2026 RMC Winter Cup entries are open

2026 RMC Winter Cup entries are open

2026 RMC Winter Cup entries are open

2026 RMC Winter Cup entries are open

WSK Promotion is delighted to announce the opening of registrations for the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup 2026.
RMC Grand Finals Day #2 - RMC Grand Finals On Track with the first Non-Qualifying Practices
RMC Grand Finals Day #2 - RMC Grand Finals On Track with the first Non-Qualifying Practices

RMC Grand Finals Day #2 - RMC Grand...

RMC Grand Finals Day #2 - RMC Grand Finals On Track with the first Non-Qualifying Practices

RMC Grand Finals Day #2 - RMC Grand Finals On Track with the first Non-Qualifying Practices

After an unforgettable evening yesterday, the 2025 RMC Grand Finals are now in full swing. We officially opened the event with the traditional Welcome Party in the Formula 1 Paddock of the Bahrain...

“great progress in the technical field” – DEKM Promoter Oliver Schielein talks about the upcoming 3rd season

“great progress in the technical field” – DEKM Promoter Oliver Schielein talks about the upcoming 3rd season Read more

The trade visitors showed great interest in the German Electric Kart Championship [DEKM]. Registrations for the new season are in full swing at www.dekm.de and we hope that our great progress – in particular in the technical field – will convince many young drivers to join our series.

RMC Grand Finals goes to the desert: RMCGF 2020 takes place in Bahrain

RMC Grand Finals goes to the desert: RMCGF 2020 takes place in Bahrain Read more

We are proud to announce the location of the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2020: it is BAHRAIN! The best RMC drivers worldwide will take to the desert from November 07th -14th, 2020 for the annual highlight of the karting season.  

Birel ART Racing Team 2020: the drivers to keep winning!

Birel ART Racing Team 2020: the drivers to keep winning! Read more

After its world crown in 2019 to celebrate the brand's 60 years of existence, the Birel ART Racing Team is getting ready for more success in 2020. International high-level competition remains the scene of the most spectacular sporting and technical confrontations between the main chassis manufacturers, and Birel ART intends to showcase its skill by aiming for the top places in the four categories in which it is involved.

Work in progress for the CRG Racing Team

Work in progress for the CRG Racing Team Read more

The 2020 drivers line-up will be presented in January together with the racing programmes, that will include the participation to all the FIA events and the main international meetings.

Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy 2020

Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy 2020 Read more

After the great success of the first edition of the Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy in Le Mans last year, BRP-Rotax is proud to announce that it has – partnering again with 3MK Events and Le Mans Karting International / ACO Automobile Club de l'Ouest – fixed the date for 2020.

New Partnership Rotax and Chrono Karting for Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Festival 2020

New Partnership Rotax and Chrono Karting for Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Festival 2020 Read more

BRP-Rotax, the manufacturer of Rotax kart engines located in Austria, and Chrono Karting BV, a race organizer established in the Netherlands, are pleased to announce their collaboration in organizing and promoting the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Festival 2020.

Rotax DD2 Chassis with CIK-FIA Homologated rear bumper for FIA Karting Calender 2020 Events

Rotax DD2 Chassis with CIK-FIA Homologated rear bumper for FIA Karting Calender 2020 Events Read more

BRP-Rotax would like to inform all customers that a CIK-FIA approved rear bumper will now be mandatory for any Rotax MAX Challenge (RMC) events/series listed on the FIA Karting Sporting Calendars 2020, in order meet the latest CIK-FIA chassis requirements of the use of CIK-FIA homologated equipment.

New partnership for the Brazilian Rotax Karting business

New partnership for the Brazilian Rotax Karting business Read more

Bora Karting will take over the distributorship from Mach5 effective immediately to service and develop the Rotax customer base of Brazil, while building up the participation at the Rotax MAX Challenge race series throughout Brazil.

CRG homologated two types of chassis for the international mini category: Hero model and brand new Black Mirror

CRG homologated two types of chassis for the international mini category: Hero model and brand new Black Mirror Read more

One of the greatest news of the 2020 racing season will the debut of the new international Mini category, dedicated to drivers from 9 to 12 years old. This market branch gained more and more importance in the last years, despite the lack of a common technical regulation in the several championships. With the FIA homologations, the goal is balancing the market and the technical regulations of all the main youth championships in the world, including international series such as the WSK and the events promoted by RGMMC.

BRP-Rotax reveals new E-kart project E20

BRP-Rotax reveals new E-kart project E20 Read more

BRP-Rotax proudly presents its newest development in the e-kart field – the project E20. Having introduced its first electric race kart powertrain called Rotax THUNDeR with its joint venture partner S.M.R.E. / IET in 2017, BRP-Rotax has been developing this new electric powertrain fully in-house. The project E20 was launched at the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals in Sarno, Italy, where the international RMC karting community was gathered.

Sodikart - Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals - Sarno (ITA) - 10th consecutive success

Sodikart - Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals - Sarno (ITA) - 10th consecutive success Read more

As a key element of the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals' success as the supplier of the Senior Max and DD2 Masters chassis, Sodikart refines its active participation in this global event every year. During the 20th edition, which took place in Sarno, Italy, from 19th to 26th October 2019, the French brand once again achieved a flawless result that satisfied every user of the chassis "made in France".

Mission accomplished for Birel ART at the Rotax Grand Final

Mission accomplished for Birel ART at the Rotax Grand Final Read more

2019 was a year of significant anniversaries: the 60th for Birel ART, the 20th for the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals and a successful collaboration. An official supplier to the major annual Rotax event for eight years, Birel ART has confirmed its ability to produce quality chassis by supplying the Mini Max categories under the Compkart brand and DD2 under its own colours. A total of 108 drivers were satisfied with their mounts after six days of intense competition at the Italian circuit of Sarno, near Naples. 

RMCGF Day 7: Circuito Internazionale Di Napoli

RMCGF Day 7: Circuito Internazionale Di Napoli Read more

What a great and exciting day here at the 20th edition of the RMC Grand Finals 2019. After the traditional drivers parade of all the participating nations in the morning, we saw 360 of the best kart-drivers of the world competing for the title. Thrilling and amazing action on the track impressed as one of the closest competitions in the history of the Grand Finals. The deserving winners were crowned this afternoon during the prize-giving ceremony before the celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Grand Finals at the Drivers Party.

RMCGF Day 6: Circuito Internazionale Di Napoli

RMCGF Day 6: Circuito Internazionale Di Napoli Read more

Welcome back to the sixth day of the RMC Grand Finals in Sarno, Italy. The pre-finals started today and we enjoyed vast numbers of battles and exciting races. The participants for the finals tomorrow are set and we can’t wait to see the drivers parade and enjoy the finals tomorrow. Good luck to all drivers! But let’s have a look at today's happenings:

RMCGF Day 5: Circuito Internazionale Di Napoli

RMCGF Day 5: Circuito Internazionale Di Napoli Read more

Welcome back to the RMC Grand Finals 2019 Day 5 here at the Circuito Internazionale di Napoli. Today we saw a lot of interesting, exciting races during the heats of the several classes. But let’s have a look at the happenings in detail.

Live timing: Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2019, who is the fastest today

Live timing: Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2019, who is the fastest today Read more

20th anniversary of the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals (RMCGF) is starting. Follow the races at the Circuito Internazionale di Napoli in Sarno, Italy from 19th to 26th of October. You will see 360 kart racers from about 60 nations racing for the title in six categories (Micro MAX, Mini MAX, Junior MAX, MAX, MAX DD2 and MAX DD2 Masters). The last race of the DEKM (German Electric Kart Championship) 2019 with the Rotax THUNDeR will be held at the RMC Grand Finals 2019. Who is the fastest today? You can follow them on live timing.

RMCGF Day 4: Circuito Internazionale Di Napoli

RMCGF Day 4: Circuito Internazionale Di Napoli Read more

Welcome back to the RMC Grand Finals 2019 Day 4. From day to day the weather becomes hotter, but not only the weather is hot – also on the track, as the first qualifying heats started today. Let’s see what happened on the track today:

Livestream: Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2019, watch your favourite driver

Livestream: Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2019, watch your favourite driver Read more

20th anniversary of the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals (RMCGF) is starting. Follow the races at the Circuito Internazionale di Napoli in Sarno, Italy from 19th to 26th of October. You will see 360 kart racers from about 60 nations racing for the title in six categories (Micro MAX, Mini MAX, Junior MAX, MAX, MAX DD2 and MAX DD2 Masters). The last race of the DEKM (German Electric Kart Championship) 2019 with the Rotax THUNDeR will be held at the RMC Grand Finals 2019. Who is the fastest today? Watch your favourite driver on the track.

RMCGF Day 3: Circuito Internazionale Di Napoli

RMCGF Day 3: Circuito Internazionale Di Napoli Read more

Welcome back on this very hot and anticipated day of the 20th Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals (RMCGF) here at the Circuito Internazionale di Napoli in Sarno. After the all-important track walks at sunset yesterday evening, today was an exciting Welcome to the third day of the RMC Grand Finals 2019 and the second day of track action, with three more non-qualifying practice sessions for each driver. In addition, it was the beginning of free practice for the Rotax THUNDeR E-Karts which silently hit the track. After the initial day of practice yesterday when everyone was getting more familiar with the circuit, the drivers appeared to be pushing a hard started to push harder from the morning. The temperature on the circuit during the first round of the non-qualifying sessions was around 16 degrees, with minimal wind, making the morning very similar to the first practice sessions yesterday. and electrifying atmosphere in the drivers tent before they were able to make their first rounds in their karts.

Sodi: loyal partner to Rotax

Sodi: loyal partner to Rotax Read more

The 20th edition of the Rotax Max Grand Finals Challenge takes place in Italy, at the Circuito Internazionale Napoli, Sarno from 19th to 26th October 2019, with 360 drivers from more than 50 countries. Since 2010, Sodi has been a faithful partner of the Rotax World Final as a chassis supplier. This year, Sodikart is once again supplying the Max and DD2 Masters chassis - a total of 152 karts - and is entering its 10th consecutive year as official supplier to the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals.

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Only accidents stop Tony Kart from victories in Lonato
Bas Kaligis
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Only accidents stop Tony Kart from victories in Lonato

Bedrin and Milell were in the lead the whole weekend of the second round of WSK Super Master Series. The second round of WSK Super Master Series that took place at South Garda Karting in Lonato during the 21st-24thof February showed how strong is our racing team fighting for victories all weekend long and taking many qualifying heats victories.

In a very hot Friday, Matteo Viganò finished fourth in the qualifying practice in KZ2 class. The Italian was the best wearing our colors in the shifter class, while Alessio Piccini finished in 26thplace. Viganò was all the heats fighting for victories, finishing 2ndin all the heats despite one, finishing 9thoverall while Piccini was 33rdafter battling in the midfield pack. Then in the prefinal, both drivers managed to step some positions as Viganò finished 4thwhile Piccini was 14th. Then in the final Viganò managed to finish in 6thplace while Piccini was 30th.

In OK Noah Milell was the third fastest in his qualifying group, while Joe Turney finished in 8th position. Sami Meguetounif was 25th, Matheus Morgatto 27th while Li Mingyang was 56th overall. Joe Turney was able to take the victory in heat C-D while Milell finished 2nd in two of them. The Swede was the best of our Racing team during the heats finishing 7thoverall, just in front of Joe Turney 8th. Morgatto also looked strong during the heats he was always fighting for top10 positions like Meguetounif. The Brazilian was 11thafter all the heats were complete, while the Frenchman was 15thbest. Mingyang was 62nd. Then in the prefinals, Noah Milell was fighting to win prefinal A but the Swede finally finished second while Meguetounif was 4th. Morgatto, unfortunately, had to retire. In the other prefinal despite the comeback, Li Mingyang was not able to join the final while Joe Turney had to retire. In the final Milell was in the lead for most of the race but the Swede driver wearing our colors finally finished 6th. Sami Meguetounif who also was driving in podium positions after a great start finally finished in 10th position.

Our OKJ drivers arrived at Lonato ready to lead towards the victory the Tony Kart Racer 401 R powered by Vortex. Things started pretty well with Nikita Bedrin finishing third in qualifying practice with Josep Maria Martí 14th and the newcomer Eron Rexhepi was 61st. Bedrin had no rival during the qualifying heats taking victories in all the heats he has contested showing the great performance of Vortex engines. Josep Maria Martí also showed a great performance winning heat A-B and finishing always in the top4. Rexhepi was learning every heat and he managed to finish 17thin one of those. Bedrin continued his dominant pace winning the prefinal, while Martí finished 8th. In the final, Bedrin had a difficult start dropping to 5th, the Russian anyway only needed 7 laps to take the lead of the race. Everything was set for the Russian to take his maiden victory this season but a crash on the last lap destroyed his options. Martí also was involved in a crash during the race which did not allowed to complete his comeback.

In the Mini class our drivers didn’t collect as much as hoped; however, the new Rookie EV chassis had shown its good performance in the final with the third place of Andrea Filaferro. Also, Francesco Marenghi has finished in the top ten. The next race for our racing team will be at the La Conca International Circuit in Muro Leccese for the third round of WSK Super Master Series dedicated to 60 Mini, OKJ and OK class.

 

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