BREAKING NEWS: RMC Grand Finals 2026 rescheduled to november 07-14
BREAKING NEWS: RMC Grand Finals 2026 rescheduled to november 07-14

BREAKING NEWS: RMC Grand Finals 2026...

BREAKING NEWS: RMC Grand Finals 2026 rescheduled to november 07-14

BREAKING NEWS: RMC Grand Finals 2026 rescheduled to november 07-14

Due to recent changes in the international motorsport calendar, following an adjustment of the MotoGP schedule, the date of the RMC Grand Finals has been rescheduled.
Boost your racing experience in the Rotax E20 and win Grand Finals Tickets at the RMCET
Boost your racing experience in the Rotax E20 and win Grand Finals Tickets at the RMCET

Boost your racing experience in the...

Boost your racing experience in the Rotax E20 and win Grand Finals Tickets at the RMCET

Boost your racing experience in the Rotax E20 and win Grand Finals Tickets at the RMCET

Entries open for Round 2 of the RMC Euro Trophy in Wackersdorf
Entries open for Round 2 of the RMC Euro Trophy in Wackersdorf

Entries open for Round 2 of the RMC Euro...

Entries open for Round 2 of the RMC Euro Trophy in Wackersdorf

Entries open for Round 2 of the RMC Euro Trophy in Wackersdorf

Registrations are now officially open for Round 2 of the 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy, set to take place at the Prokart Raceland Wackersdorf.
RMC Euro Trophy kicks off the season in Cremona
RMC Euro Trophy kicks off the season in Cremona

RMC Euro Trophy kicks off the season in...

RMC Euro Trophy kicks off the season in Cremona

RMC Euro Trophy kicks off the season in Cremona

The 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy officially got underway at the Cremona Circuit, hosting the opening round of the championship. With 227 verified drivers competing across the five Rotax...
Cremona delivers thrills as the RMCET season gets underway
Cremona delivers thrills as the RMCET season gets underway

Cremona delivers thrills as the RMCET...

Cremona delivers thrills as the RMCET season gets underway

Cremona delivers thrills as the RMCET season gets underway

Another day of action on and off the track brought the curtain down on the opening round of the Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy at the Cremona Circuit.
Livestream: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round 1 at the Cremona Circuit
Livestream: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round 1 at the Cremona Circuit

Livestream: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round 1...

Livestream: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round 1 at the Cremona Circuit

Livestream: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round 1 at the Cremona Circuit

More than 230 drivers, representing over 30 nations, are set to gather at the Cremona Circuit, marking one of the strongest turnouts in recent Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy history.
Heats decisive on saturday at Cremona: grids set for sunday’s Prefinals
Heats decisive on saturday at Cremona: grids set for sunday’s Prefinals

Heats decisive on saturday at Cremona:...

Heats decisive on saturday at Cremona: grids set for sunday’s Prefinals

Heats decisive on saturday at Cremona: grids set for sunday’s Prefinals

Saturday at the Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy in Cremona Circuit was entirely dedicated to the qualifying heats, which determined the starting grids for tomorrow’s Prefinals.
Qualifying day sets the first benchmarks in Cremona
Qualifying day sets the first benchmarks in Cremona

Qualifying day sets the first benchmarks...

Qualifying day sets the first benchmarks in Cremona

Qualifying day sets the first benchmarks in Cremona

The 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy got underway today at the Cremona Circuit, with the opening qualifying sessions and the first heats delivering closely contested action across all categories.
Results: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round 1 at the Cremona Circuit
Results: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round 1 at the Cremona Circuit

Results: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round 1 at...

Results: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round 1 at the Cremona Circuit

Results: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round 1 at the Cremona Circuit

More than 230 drivers, representing over 30 nations, are set to gather at the Cremona Circuit, marking one of the strongest turnouts in recent Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy history.
Live timing: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round 1 at the Cremona Circuit
Live timing: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round 1 at the Cremona Circuit

Live timing: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round...

Live timing: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round 1 at the Cremona Circuit

Live timing: 2026 RMC Euro Trophy Round 1 at the Cremona Circuit

More than 230 drivers, representing over 30 nations, are set to gather at the Cremona Circuit, marking one of the strongest turnouts in recent Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy history.
RMC Euro Trophy: 230 Verified drivers at Cremona
RMC Euro Trophy: 230 Verified drivers at Cremona

RMC Euro Trophy: 230 Verified drivers at...

RMC Euro Trophy: 230 Verified drivers at Cremona

RMC Euro Trophy: 230 Verified drivers at Cremona

The 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy officially gets underway this week at the Cremona Circuit. 230 drivers were verified in the opening round of the championship. The event brings together...
The RMCET gets underway in Cremona!
The RMCET gets underway in Cremona!

The RMCET gets underway in Cremona!

The RMCET gets underway in Cremona!

The RMCET gets underway in Cremona!

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...
E10 Mini enters RMC Racing and Grand Finals Competition
E10 Mini enters RMC Racing and Grand Finals Competition

E10 Mini enters RMC Racing and Grand...

E10 Mini enters RMC Racing and Grand Finals Competition

E10 Mini enters RMC Racing and Grand Finals Competition

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...
Strong entry numbers signal major turnout for RMCET Season opener in Cremona
Strong entry numbers signal major turnout for RMCET Season opener in Cremona

Strong entry numbers signal major...

Strong entry numbers signal major turnout for RMCET Season opener in Cremona

Strong entry numbers signal major turnout for RMCET Season opener in Cremona

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.
220 entries at the RMCET season opener in Cremona
220 entries at the RMCET season opener in Cremona

220 entries at the RMCET season opener...

220 entries at the RMCET season opener in Cremona

220 entries at the RMCET season opener in Cremona

With 20 days to go until the opening round of the 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy, the event continues to gather momentum, with the number of registered drivers now reaching 220 entries ahead of...
Scandinavia challenges the World to Race Denmark hosts the first RMC Viking Trophy in 2026
Scandinavia challenges the World to Race Denmark hosts the first RMC Viking Trophy in 2026

Scandinavia challenges the World to Race...

Scandinavia challenges the World to Race Denmark hosts the first RMC Viking Trophy in 2026

Scandinavia challenges the World to Race Denmark hosts the first RMC Viking Trophy in 2026

BRP-Rotax is pleased to announce the introduction of a brand new event on the Rotax racing calendar in the Nordic region – the RMC Viking Trophy. Denmark’s Vojens Motorsport Arena is...
Strong momentum builds ahead of the RMCET season opener
Strong momentum builds ahead of the RMCET season opener

Strong momentum builds ahead of the...

Strong momentum builds ahead of the RMCET season opener

Strong momentum builds ahead of the RMCET season opener

After the positive response of the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup in Campillos earlier in January, attention now turns to the opening round of the 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy, where a highly...
RMCIT Asia ignites Rotax Racing in Macau first Grand Finals 2026 qualifiers confirmed
RMCIT Asia ignites Rotax Racing in Macau first Grand Finals 2026 qualifiers confirmed

RMCIT Asia ignites Rotax Racing in Macau...

RMCIT Asia ignites Rotax Racing in Macau first Grand Finals 2026 qualifiers confirmed

RMCIT Asia ignites Rotax Racing in Macau first Grand Finals 2026 qualifiers confirmed

The Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy Asia 2026 was successfully contested on January 20-25 in Macau, where more than 20 nations were represented throughout Australasia, Europe and other...
Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy: Registrations open for Cremona
Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy: Registrations open for Cremona

Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy:...

Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy: Registrations open for Cremona

Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy: Registrations open for Cremona

Registrations are officially open for the first round of the 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy.
RMCET Entries open on January 26 for round 1 at Cremona
RMCET Entries open on January 26 for round 1 at Cremona

RMCET Entries open on January 26 for...

RMCET Entries open on January 26 for round 1 at Cremona

RMCET Entries open on January 26 for round 1 at Cremona

The entries for Round 1 of the 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy will officially open on January 26.

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.

RMCGF Day 2: Circuito Internazionale Di Napoli

RMCGF Day 2: 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 and electrifying atmosphere in the drivers tent before they were able to make their first rounds in their karts.

Race Results: Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2019, how are they doing on the track

Race Results: Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2019, how are they doing on the track 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. How are they doing on the track? Follow your favourite driver.

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 1: Circuito Internazionale Di Napoli

RMCGF Day 1: Circuito Internazionale Di Napoli Read more

Salutes and welcome to the 20th edition of the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals (RMCGF) hosted at the international acclaimed Circuito Internazionale di Napoli in Sarno. This year we are celebrating our 20th anniversary in this beautiful region of Italy, which is well known for its rich cultural heritage sites, the wonderful Amalfi Coast and very good Italian food. The prestigious race event will see 360 drivers from almost 60 countries competing this week to be on the top of the podium.

Time Schedule: Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2019 is on his way

Time Schedule: Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2019 is on his way 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). 

Rotax offers the ideal option for young Cadet-age drivers to begin their racing experience

Rotax offers the ideal option for young Cadet-age drivers to begin their racing experience Read more

BRP-Rotax is proud to announce that for the upcoming season in 2020, it will introduce several upgrades to both the Micro MAX and Mini MAX engine configuration, which will achieve four main objectives: · Ease of use & installation · Less sensitive operation · More cost-effective · Limit manipulation of components. These improvements further align the parity of the Rotax engine packages and ensure a more level playing field for our youngest RMC competitors.

Rotax Thunder! Jort Coone charges to the podium at the DEKM in Ampfing: “It was really a good feeling for me!”

Rotax Thunder! Jort Coone charges to the podium at the DEKM in Ampfing: “It was really a good feeling for me!” Read more

With third place in the fourth round of the DEKM, the German Electric Kart Championship, Jort Coone again proved to be one of the certain front-runners in the international field contesting the 2019 title. This was a huge boost for the young Dutch driver because the 15-year old from Lemmer had never actually raced on the challenging Ampfing circuit before while having no time more recently for any further testing due to his studies.

Mathilda Olssen to race on a Sodi Kart as preparation for the 2019 Rotax Max Chalenge Grand Finals

Mathilda Olssen to race on a Sodi Kart as preparation for the 2019 Rotax Max Chalenge Grand Finals Read more

The 2019 Senior Max Champion, Mathilda Olsson (Strawberry Racing), is racing on a Sodi Kart chassis at the final round of the RACB Championship Rotax Max Challenge Belgium, which is being held at Karting Genk: Home of Champions. Olssen is busy preparing for this year’s ROTAX - New Age Karting Grand Finals in Sarno, where the Max Senior-class will race on Sodi Kart.

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Andrea Margutti Trophy: The celebratory event “1990-2020” on March 1st
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Andrea Margutti Trophy: The celebratory event “1990-2020” on March 1st

On track categories MINI, OKJ, KZ2, Iame X30 Senior and X30 Junior. Entry lists to open on February 3rd 2020. The “Andrea Margutti” Trophy continues to honour the memory of the young karting promise Andrea Margutti with the 31st edition of the event that started back in 1990. The 2020 event will take place as usual at the South Garda Karting Circuit in Lonato on February 27th – March 1st with the organization by Parma Motorsport. Entry lists to open on February 3rd.

The event is part of the International FIA Karting calendar and will feature the following categories on track: MINI International 2020-2023 with FIA Karting technical regulations, OK-Junior, KZ2, Iame X30 Senior and, for the first time this year, X30 Junior. Such a great entry list envisages for a top-class technical and sporting spectacle. Panta will be the official fuel provider, while the tyres providers are reported below.

Capped subscriptions will open on February 3rd and will close on February 21st with entry forms available at www.trofeomargutti.com. A total of 72 drivers will be allowed for MINI, while the cap is set to 54 drivers for categories OKJ, KZ2, X30 Senior and X30 Junior.

The event that celebrates the exceptional “1990-2020” anniversary with the organization by Parma Motorsport, has become a traditional and unmissable appointment for all the protagonists of International Karting. The historic hall of fame of the “Andrea Margutti Trophy” was opened by Giancarlo Fisichella (winner of 100 ICA) and Andrea Belicchi (winner of National 100) in 1990.

Fisichella secured other wins also in 1991, 1992 and 1994 and, after him, a lot of champions put their name on top of the standings over the years. Max Verstappen’s mum Sophie Kumpen, has been a strong karting racer and won edition 1995 of the most powerful category back then, Formula A. Among the big names that were excellent winners of the trophy, Robert Kubica (1999) and Daniil Kvyat (2009), but several other karting champions claimed the trophy.

Remarkable were the participations of 5 times Karting World Champion Danilo Rossi and other big names like Jarno Trulli, Jenson Button, Vitantonio Liuzzi, Fernando Alonso, Giorgio Pantano, Kimi Raikkonen, Nico Rosberg, Lewis Hamilton, Nico Hulkenberg, Jules Bianchi, Antonio Giovinazzi among the others. The most recent winners in 2019 were Joel Bergstrom in 60 Mini, Theo Wernersson in OKJ, Leonardo Bertini Colla in OK, Emilien Denner in KZ2 and Edoardo Ludovico Villa in X30 Senior.

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