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...
An exciting finals day crowns Trinec’s first-ever RMCET Winners
An exciting finals day crowns Trinec’s first-ever RMCET Winners

An exciting finals day crowns Trinec’s...

An exciting finals day crowns Trinec’s first-ever RMCET Winners

An exciting finals day crowns Trinec’s first-ever RMCET Winners

A Historic Day at the Steel Ring – Round 2 of the Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy ends with thrilling battles and standout performances in front of a passionate crowd.
Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec
Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2...

Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

The Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy is gearing up for its second round of the 2025 season, heading to uncharted territory as the Steel Ring in Trinec, Czech Republic, makes its debut on the RMC Euro...
Smith, Ashcroft, Bishop, Zsebo and De Ruwe lead after heats in Trinec
Smith, Ashcroft, Bishop, Zsebo and De Ruwe lead after heats in Trinec

Smith, Ashcroft, Bishop, Zsebo and De...

Smith, Ashcroft, Bishop, Zsebo and De Ruwe lead after heats in Trinec

Smith, Ashcroft, Bishop, Zsebo and De Ruwe lead after heats in Trinec

Saturday’s action at the Steel Ring in Trinec delivered an intense day of racing for Round 2 of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy. After a dry and consistent start in the morning, rain...
Hot conditions and close racing as round 2 kicks off at the Steel Ring
Hot conditions and close racing as round 2 kicks off at the Steel Ring

Hot conditions and close racing as round...

Hot conditions and close racing as round 2 kicks off at the Steel Ring

Hot conditions and close racing as round 2 kicks off at the Steel Ring

The second round of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy got underway under sunny skies at the Steel Ring in Trinec, Czech Republic — a new addition to the RMCET calendar. The technical...
Registration opens for Genk round of the 2025 RMC Euro Trophy
Registration opens for Genk round of the 2025 RMC Euro Trophy

Registration opens for Genk round of the...

Registration opens for Genk round of the 2025 RMC Euro Trophy

Registration opens for Genk round of the 2025 RMC Euro Trophy

Entries are now open for the third event of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy.
Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec
Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at...

Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

The Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy is gearing up for its second round of the 2025 season, heading to uncharted territory as the Steel Ring in Trinec, Czech Republic, makes its debut on the RMC Euro...
Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec
Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round...

Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

The Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy is gearing up for its second round of the 2025 season, heading to uncharted territory as the Steel Ring in Trinec, Czech Republic, makes its debut on the RMC Euro...
New circuit, new challenges 200 drivers heads to Trinec for round 2
New circuit, new challenges 200 drivers heads to Trinec for round 2

New circuit, new challenges 200 drivers...

New circuit, new challenges 200 drivers heads to Trinec for round 2

New circuit, new challenges 200 drivers heads to Trinec for round 2

The Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy is gearing up for its second round of the 2025 season, heading to uncharted territory as the Steel Ring in Trinec, Czech Republic, makes its debut on the RMC Euro...
First Rotax Racing Club launching in California
First Rotax Racing Club launching in California

First Rotax Racing Club launching in...

First Rotax Racing Club launching in California

First Rotax Racing Club launching in California

BRP-Rotax is proud to announce the launch of the first official Rotax Racing Club, set to debut in the United States in partnership with Formula KFX. The new “Arrive & Drive”...

Saturday live stream: 2024 Rotax Max BNL Karting Series - Round 1 at Karting Genk

Saturday live stream: 2024 Rotax Max BNL Karting Series  - Round 1 at Karting Genk Read more

Karting Genk will be the place to be during the first round of the 17th season of the BNL Karting Series. It's unique "double header" based course will ensure exciting races where everything can happen. The organisation welcomes over 170 drivers to Karting Genk – Home of Champions!

Results 2024 Rotax Max BNL Karting Series - Round 1 at Karting Genk

Results 2024 Rotax Max BNL Karting Series  - Round 1 at Karting Genk Read more

Karting Genk will host the first round of the BNL Karting Series. The organisation welcomes over 170 drivers to Karting Genk – Home of Champions!

Live-timing 2024 Rotax Max BNL Karting Series - Round 1 at Karting Genk

Live-timing 2024 Rotax Max BNL Karting Series  - Round 1 at Karting Genk Read more

Karting Genk will be the place to be during the first round of the 17th season of the BNL Karting Series. It's unique "double header" based course will ensure exciting races where everything can happen. The organisation welcomes over 170 drivers to Karting Genk – Home of Champions!

Already 200 drivers from 40 countries at Genk for RMCET

Already 200 drivers from 40 countries at Genk for RMCET Read more

Roughly 200 contenders representing 40 nations are scheduled to compete in the debut round of the 2024 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy.

Epic South African Rotax Max Nationals, African titles settled at wild Killarney

Epic South African Rotax Max Nationals, African titles settled at wild Killarney Read more

A combined South African Rotax Max National season opener and the annual winner-takes-all wildcard African Open delivered epic karting at Cape Town’s Killarney Kart Track over the weekend. With over 125 entries including a strong continental contingent from as far afield as Mozambique and Namibia, the twisty Killarney dished up a whole lot of great racing on a cloudy Cape autumn’s weekend.

Sunday live streaming coverage: BNL Karting Series 2024 Kick-Off at Karting Genk

Sunday live streaming coverage: BNL Karting Series 2024 Kick-Off at Karting Genk Read more

Winter is over! Time to get back in shape and hit the track again. The BNL Karting Series makes an emphatic return to racing, as they will be going full-throttle this coming weekend at the “Home of Champions,” Karting Genk for the annual Kick-Off.

Saturday live stream: BNL Karting Series 2024 Kick-Off at Karting Genk

Saturday live stream: BNL Karting Series 2024 Kick-Off at Karting Genk Read more

Winter is over! Time to get back in shape and hit the track again. The BNL Karting Series makes an emphatic return to racing, 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 2024 Kick-Off at Karting Genk

Live timing: BNL Karting Series 2024 Kick-Off at Karting Genk Read more

Winter is over! Time to get back in shape and hit the track again. The BNL Karting Series makes an emphatic return to racing, as they will be going full-throttle this coming weekend at the “Home of Champions,” Karting Genk for the annual Kick-Off.

RMC Winter Cup: First winners in Europe at Campillos

RMC Winter Cup: First winners in Europe at Campillos Read more

Last weekend, KartCenter Campillos hosted the first edition of the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup organized by WSK Promotion. The mixed weather conditions added an extra layer of excitement to the already thrilling racing spectacle, with rain and sunshine alternating throughout the weekend, providing a true test of the drivers’ skills.

Sunday live streaming coverage: Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy Winter Cup 2024 at Circuito Karting Campillos

Sunday live streaming coverage: Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy Winter Cup 2024 at Circuito Karting Campillos Read more

The 2024 Rotax racing season in Europe starts this week at KartCenter Campillos with the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup, the first event promoted by WSK Promotion. The event has attracted around 200 entries from over 30 countries featuring five classes (Mini MAX, Junior MAX, Senior MAX, DD2, and DD2 Masters).

Friend, Strele, Hunter, Locmelis and Picot first after Heats in Spain!

Friend, Strele, Hunter, Locmelis and Picot first after Heats in Spain! Read more

Saturday was a bustling day at the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup held at the Campillos circuit in Spain, with 17 heats placed under the heavy rain. The heavy rain changed a lot of things compared to the Qualifying Practices.

Heats winners so far at Campillos

Heats winners so far at Campillos Read more

The rain persists at the KartCenter in Campillos, Spain, on the 1580-meter circuit for the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup, keeping drivers tense and uncertain.

The RMC Winter Cup celebrate the first polemen in Campillos

The RMC Winter Cup celebrate the first polemen in Campillos Read more

The RMC Winter Cup has officially kicked off at the KartCenter Campillos, marking the opening of the Rotax European season with a lineup of 192 drivers from over 30 nations.

Results: Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy Winter Cup 2024 at Circuito Karting Campillos

Results: Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy Winter Cup 2024 at Circuito Karting Campillos Read more

The 2024 Rotax racing season in Europe starts this week at KartCenter Campillos with the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup, the first event promoted by WSK Promotion. The event has attracted around 200 entries from over 30 countries featuring five classes (Mini MAX, Junior MAX, Senior MAX, DD2, and DD2 Masters). 

Live timing: Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy Winter Cup 2024 at Circuito Karting Campillos

Live timing: Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy Winter Cup 2024 at Circuito Karting Campillos Read more

The 2024 Rotax racing season in Europe starts this week at KartCenter Campillos with the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup, the first event promoted by WSK Promotion. The event has attracted around 200 entries from over 30 countries featuring five classes (Mini MAX, Junior MAX, Senior MAX, DD2, and DD2 Masters). This weekend marks the start of the international racing season for this exciting series at European level. 

What to know about the 2024 RMC African Open

What to know about the 2024 RMC African Open Read more

This year will be the 14th edition of the RMC African Open and will be held at Killarney Raceway in Cape Town.

Livestream: Champions Winter Trophy 2024

Livestream: Champions Winter Trophy 2024 Read more

The 2024 Champions Winter Trophy, organized in cooperation with RMC Belgium, RMC Netherlands, and RMC Germany will take place from February 9 to 11 at Karting Genk, Home of Champions. 

Live timing: Champions Winter Trophy 2024

Live timing: Champions Winter Trophy 2024 Read more

The 2024 Champions Winter Trophy, organized in cooperation with RMC Belgium, RMC Netherlands, and RMC Germany will take place from February 9 to 11 at Karting Genk, Home of Champions. 

Results: Champions Winter Trophy 2024

Results: Champions Winter Trophy 2024 Read more

The 2024 Champions Winter Trophy, organized in cooperation with RMC Belgium, RMC Netherlands, and RMC Germany will take place from February 9 to 11 at Karting Genk, Home of Champions. 

Around 200 Drivers from 34 countries at the RMC Winter Cup

Around 200 Drivers from 34 countries at the RMC Winter Cup Read more

Around 200 entries from 34 countries are set to compete in the RMC Winter Cup.

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Promises fulfilled for LeCont at the World Championship
Bas Kaligis
/ Categories: CIKFIA, Technical

Promises fulfilled for LeCont at the World Championship

Thanks to perfect organisation, the major world karting event in Genk in Belgium kept all its sporting promises, spectacular and popular, with several thousand spectators at this remarkable event. But there are no big meetings without strong stakeholders. Among them, the manufacturer LeCont made its contribution to the event. The drivers of the FIA ​​Karting World Championship - KZ, the KZ2 International Super Cup and the Academy Trophy benefited from high-performance tyres, whose wear has remained consistent and predictable, as well as full sporting fairness. After a European Championship completed in excellent circumstances, LeCont confirmed its place among the most famous suppliers of the discipline during this world event.

 

A positive 2018 balance sheet

Since the manufacturer LeCont learned that it was to be the partner for FIA ​​Karting for its events in the categories KZ, KZ2 and Academy, it has continued to intensify its work to bring drivers and teams products of the highest quality. Several months later, the balance sheet is extremely positive for the Italian tyre brand. The success of the recent World Championship in Belgium was another proof, as explained by Paolo Bombara, Marketing Manager at LeCont...

"First of all, I would like to congratulate the entire organisation team at the Genk circuit for the very high standard of event they have given to all of karting, and motorsport enthusiasts in general, in partnership with the CIK-FIA and the promoter RGMMC. The intensity of the show must be emphasised. I was very pleased to see very small gaps between the drivers throughout the event. Despite the very high number of KZ2 heats, no less than six per driver, tyre degradation was limited. No driver found abnormal wear despite a large field: more than 100 entered at the start!"


"However, we experienced rain during the week, which had the effect of cleaning the track and the rubber that was deposited during the initial testing. It is probably also for this reason that some drivers noticed a slight lack of grip during the race, as well as increasing times. Not to mention that the exhaust pipes, facing down as required by the regulations, tend to emit oil and fuel on the line, increasing sliding. In any case, the most important thing for LeCont was to provide a tyre with a good level of performance and above all the same for everyone, for complete fairness. From one set to another, whether testing or race tyres, the differences were insignificant. The contract has been fulfilled."

Regarding the LeCont "Option" tyres supplied to the Academy Trophy, they have been praised by the drivers throughout the season. The races were intense and exciting, with countless passes. The 50 participants entered during the 2018 season have truly competed on a level playing field, in terms of both equipment and tyres. Despite the characteristics that allow them to withstand a distance of 150 km as required by the regulations, these tyres remain effective, with the successful pole position of less than 56 seconds at Genk.

A greater difference between KZ and KZ2?

At the KZ World Championship, in the top 15 of the Final, 10 of them achieved their fastest lap in 52”7. The other five finished with 52"5, 52"6, 52"8 and 52"9. While many have enjoyed these very close times between the main leaders of the pack, some would like faster tyres in the top category of karting. "During the homologation, the tyres are designed to cover a distance of 150 km and LeCont is very keen to respect this regulation from the CIK-FIA," continues Paolo Bombara. "But I agree that the difference in performance between the F1 of karting and the F2 of karting with gearboxes should be bigger. Why not keep this "Prime" CIK-FIA homologated tyre in KZ2 and offer a stickier rubber that is not homologated in KZ? As a manufacturer we want to provide for KZ a tyre capable of creating a real difference between the two categories. In a KZ race, a tyre never covers a distance of more than 100 km. On the one hand, the drivers would have more enjoyment and this could attract new participants to increase the entry in KZ which needs it. On the other hand, the show would improve, with a greater number of passes.

The management of the tyres in question

Finally, among the topics mentioned in the paddocks, tyre management is frequently commented on. Today, the drivers have two sets with open management during the meeting. Some therefore take the opportunity to use their second set in the last heat, or even in the penultimate, unlike the best placed drivers who, to use the second set in the Final, keep their first set until the end of the Qualifying Heats. With the phenomenon of normal tyre wear on "Prime" sets, drivers do not start on an equal footing. Using two sets for the heats, or possibly one and a half sets, then a new set for the 34 finalists could be an answer to this problem. "We trust CIK-FIA decision-makers to find the best solutions," says Bombara.

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