WSK Euro Series Regulation Update: New qualifying rules and introduction of the Anti-Launch System.
WSK Euro Series Regulation Update: New qualifying rules and introduction of the Anti-Launch System.

WSK Euro Series Regulation Update: New...

WSK Euro Series Regulation Update: New qualifying rules and introduction of the Anti-Launch System.

WSK Euro Series Regulation Update: New qualifying rules and introduction of the Anti-Launch System.

Ahead of the third and final round of the WSK Euro Series, scheduled at the Cremona Circuit from July 8th to 11th, WSK Promotion announces an important update to the Sporting Regulations.
Sodikart one-two in KZ2, Orlov pulls clear in the championship
Sodikart one-two in KZ2, Orlov pulls clear in the championship

Sodikart one-two in KZ2, Orlov pulls...

Sodikart one-two in KZ2, Orlov pulls clear in the championship

Sodikart one-two in KZ2, Orlov pulls clear in the championship

The Sodikart Racing Team leaves Lonato with a strong result. At the South Garda Karting circuit, the venue for the second round of the 2026 WSK Euro Series, the team secured a top-two finish in KZ2...
The great spectacle of WSK Euro Series in Lonato
The great spectacle of WSK Euro Series in Lonato

The great spectacle of WSK Euro Series...

The great spectacle of WSK Euro Series in Lonato

The great spectacle of WSK Euro Series in Lonato

The victory of the second round of the WSK Euro Series went to Orlov (KZ2), Zulfikari (OK), Babicek (OKJ), Burgess (MINI U10), El Gahoudi (MINI Gr.3), Hedfors (OK-NJ), and Giudice (OK-N). The third...
Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit
Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro...

Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

The spotlight shifts to Lonato for the WSK Euro Series, picking up where the first round left off on February 14th at the Leopard Circuit in Viterbo. All categories will be in action, ranging from the...
All is set for the final stages of the second round of the WSK Euro Series in Lonato
All is set for the final stages of the second round of the WSK Euro Series in Lonato

All is set for the final stages of the...

All is set for the final stages of the second round of the WSK Euro Series in Lonato

All is set for the final stages of the second round of the WSK Euro Series in Lonato

At the end of the heats, the best classified are Van Walstijn (KZ2), Babicek (OKJ), Arias (OK), Burgess (MINI U10), El Gahoudi (MINI Gr.3), Schniegenberg (OK-NJ), and Scognamiglio (OK-N). The final...
The start to the second round of the WSK Euro Series. Qualifying practice results.
The start to the second round of the WSK Euro Series. Qualifying practice results.

The start to the second round of the WSK...

The start to the second round of the WSK Euro Series. Qualifying practice results.

The start to the second round of the WSK Euro Series. Qualifying practice results.

The pole positions in Lonato were secured by Orlov (KZ2), Babicek (OKJ), Arias (OK), Burgess (MINI U10), Mair (MINI Gr.3), Schniegenberg (OK-NJ), Scognamiglio (OK-N). The heats will follow.
Results: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit
Results: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

Results: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro...

Results: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

Results: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

The spotlight shifts to Lonato for the WSK Euro Series, picking up where the first round left off on February 14th at the Leopard Circuit in Viterbo. All categories will be in action, ranging from the...
Live timing: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit
Live timing: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

Live timing: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK...

Live timing: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

Live timing: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

The spotlight shifts to Lonato for the WSK Euro Series, picking up where the first round left off on February 14th at the Leopard Circuit in Viterbo. All categories will be in action, ranging from the...
Great participation in Lonato for the second round of the WSK Euro Series
Great participation in Lonato for the second round of the WSK Euro Series

Great participation in Lonato for the...

Great participation in Lonato for the second round of the WSK Euro Series

Great participation in Lonato for the second round of the WSK Euro Series

The second round of the WSK Euro Series is underway at the South Garda Karting circuit with a full packed international paddock. The final stages will be on Saturday, April 18th, with TV Live...
It is the time for the WSK Euro Series, the second round will be in Lonato
It is the time for the WSK Euro Series, the second round will be in Lonato

It is the time for the WSK Euro Series,...

It is the time for the WSK Euro Series, the second round will be in Lonato

It is the time for the WSK Euro Series, the second round will be in Lonato

About 300 drivers will be at the start of the second round. Van Werven (KZ2), Firhand (OK), Orlando (OKJ), Lamberto Ferrari (OK-N), Schniegenberg (OKNJ), Mair (MINI Gr.3), and Miras (U10) are leading...
Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with Krutogolov
Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with Krutogolov

Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with...

Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with Krutogolov

Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with Krutogolov

The Energy Corse team has once again confirmed its place amongst the international elite of karting. Lev Krutogolov is the new WSK Super Master Series champion in OK, one of the most competitive and...
One-two finishes, podium places and a title for Kart Republic at Franciacorta
One-two finishes, podium places and a title for Kart Republic at Franciacorta

One-two finishes, podium places and a...

One-two finishes, podium places and a title for Kart Republic at Franciacorta

One-two finishes, podium places and a title for Kart Republic at Franciacorta

The WSK Super Master Series came to a close at Franciacorta following five rounds held between late January and late March. At every event, the Kart Republic colours were on the top step of the...
Sodikart wins KZ2 title and sweeps the podium at the 2026 WSK Super Master Series Championship
Sodikart wins KZ2 title and sweeps the podium at the 2026 WSK Super Master Series Championship

Sodikart wins KZ2 title and sweeps the...

Sodikart wins KZ2 title and sweeps the podium at the 2026 WSK Super Master Series Championship

Sodikart wins KZ2 title and sweeps the podium at the 2026 WSK Super Master Series Championship

Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and double series podium in the WSK
Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and double series podium in the WSK

Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and...

Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and double series podium in the WSK

Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and double series podium in the WSK

Luigi d’Ascoli capped off a thoroughly successful WSK Super Master Series for Modena Kart Racing Team with a victory. At Franciacorta, the young Italian secured the runners-up title in the OK-N...
The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series
The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series

The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super...

The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series

The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series

In the closing race at Franciacorta, the titles went to Orlov (KZ2), Krutogolov (OK), Pizzonia (OKJ), Burgess (MINI U10), Pace (MINI Gr.3), Perico (OK-NJ).  
Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK...

Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

The fifth and final round of the WSK Super Master Series confirms the massive success of the championship organized by WSK Promotion. Once again, it presents an extraordinary international event with...
WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta: a great and spectacular karting event
WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta: a great and spectacular karting event

WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta:...

WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta: a great and spectacular karting event

WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta: a great and spectacular karting event

The fifth and closing round of the WSK Super Master Series promises spectacle at the Franciacorta Karting Track. The final stages will be broadcast through the Live Streaming on Sunday, March 22nd.
The first heats of the WSK Super Master Series had some surprises
The first heats of the WSK Super Master Series had some surprises

The first heats of the WSK Super Master...

The first heats of the WSK Super Master Series had some surprises

The first heats of the WSK Super Master Series had some surprises

The initial heats have taken place at the Franciacorta Karting Track and will continue on Saturday. The final stages with Live Streaming coverage will be on Sunday, March 22nd.
Qualifying practice of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 in Franciacorta
Qualifying practice of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 in Franciacorta

Qualifying practice of the WSK Super...

Qualifying practice of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 in Franciacorta

Qualifying practice of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 in Franciacorta

The pole positions in the fifth and closing round went to Orlov (KZ2), Hoogendoorn (OK), Di Pietrantonio (OKJ), Hedfors (OK-NJ), Warakitsupachok (MINI Gr.3), and Simone (MINI U10). The initial...
Results: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Results: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: Final Round of the 2026 WSK...

Results: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

The fifth and final round of the WSK Super Master Series confirms the massive success of the championship organized by WSK Promotion. Once again, it presents an extraordinary international event with...

Livestream: Grand Finale of WSK Super Master in Lonato

Livestream: Grand Finale of WSK Super Master in Lonato Read more

More than 300 drivers are expected to get on track for the closer of WSK Super Master Series next April 22 – 25, 2021 at the South Garda Karting circuit of Lonato. This event is going to be very high level due also to the stakes that are high as the 2021 titles for the categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2 are still to be decided.

The winners of the heats of WSK Super Master Series in Lonato

The winners of the heats of WSK Super Master Series in Lonato Read more

Qualifying heats in Lonato named the main protagonists of the fourth and closing round of WSK Super Master Series in the four categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2. Prefinals and Finals on  Sunday, April 25th will enjoy live streaming coverage.

The WSK Super Master Series underway in Lonato

The WSK Super Master Series underway in Lonato Read more

Qualifying practice and the initial heats of the fourth and closing round of WSK Super Master Series have been run today with more than 310  drivers on track. Qualifying heats will continue on Saturday, April 24th, while the final stages with Live Streaming coverage will be on Sunday, April 25th for the four categories MINI, OKJ,OK and KZ2.

Results: Grand Finale of WSK Super Master in Lonato

Results: Grand Finale of WSK Super Master in Lonato Read more

More than 300 drivers are expected to get on track for the closer of WSK Super Master Series next April 22 – 25, 2021 at the South Garda Karting circuit of Lonato. This event is going to be very high level due also to the stakes that are high as the 2021 titles for the categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2 are still to be decided.

Livetiming: Grand Finale of WSK Super Master in Lonato

Livetiming: Grand Finale of WSK Super Master in Lonato Read more

More than 300 drivers are expected to get on track for the closer of WSK Super Master Series next April 22 – 25, 2021 at the South Garda Karting circuit of Lonato. This event is going to be very high level due also to the stakes that are high as the 2021 titles for the categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2 are still to be decided.

CRG Karting: Final round of the WSK Master in Lonato

CRG Karting: Final round of the WSK Master in Lonato Read more

This weekend the paddock of Lonato will be made up of more than 300 drivers and all the most important International Karting Racing Teams, that will take part to the final round of the WSK Master Series. 

The Grand Finale of WSK Super Master in Lonato

The Grand Finale of WSK Super Master in Lonato Read more

More than 300 drivers will make it onto the track for the fourth and closing round of WSK Super Master Series at the South Garda Karting Circuit in Lonato. The fight for all the 2021 titles of MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2 is on thanks to the 153 points that are up for grabs in this round. 

Parolin back to winning ways in Lonato

Parolin back to winning ways in Lonato Read more

For the launch of the WSK Euro Series at Lonato, the tough competition, especially in the rainy Final stages, made the meeting particularly challenging for the drivers. The return of Al Dhaheri meant victory in OK-Junior for Parolin Motorsport, while the performances of Celenta in KZ2, Rinicella in OK and Costoya in Mini showed the competitiveness of the team in all categories. Parolin Racing Kart was the most represented chassis brand in Mini and ranked second in all categories, while it was the only one to win in two different categories in Lonato with Parolin Motorsport in Junior and Baby Race Driver Academy in Mini.

Two podiums for Vortex in the WSK Euro Series

Two podiums for Vortex in the WSK Euro Series Read more

The OTK Kart Group engines, on the occasion of the first round of the championship at the South Garda Karting in Lonato, are close to victory and get the top-3 position twice (despite the rain) in the final races of the KZ2 and OKJ categories.

Kosmic almost reaches the podium in Lonato

Kosmic almost reaches the podium in Lonato Read more

On the occasion of the first round of the WSK Euro Series, Luigi Coluccio, running with the Kosmic Kart Racing Department, is among the fastest drivers in the OK category and fights for the podium in the Sunday's final, under the rainy weather.

Expectations not lived up to in Lonato for Leclerc by Lennox Racing despite the potential it has shown

Expectations not lived up to in Lonato for Leclerc by Lennox Racing despite the potential it has shown Read more

The team proved to be competitive once again in the first round of the WSK Euro Series, but some problems affected the final results. A race which saw variable weather and some misfortunes did not allow all the drivers of the Leclerc by Lennox Racing team to achieve the excellent results that were within their reach. However, the CL chassis manufactured by Birel ART and powered by TM Racing once again showed its speed, in both dry and wet conditions, in all classes, from MINI to KZ2.

Birel ART Racing team: Another KZ2 victory and an excellent level of performance in Lonato

Birel ART Racing team: Another KZ2 victory and an excellent level of performance in Lonato Read more

The WSK Euro Series started this weekend on the Lonato circuit in a contrasting weather situation. After the sunshine of the first days, rain and coolness accompanied the Final stages. Birel ART Racing showed very good competitiveness in all categories. Kremers dominated KZ2 in all weather conditions, there was no shortage of good performances in OK, Macintyre was 5th in OK-Junior and Van Langendonck was 4th in Mini.

CRG secures podium finish in KZ2 with Jeremy Iglesias at the WSK Euro

CRG secures podium finish in KZ2 with Jeremy Iglesias at the WSK Euro Read more

The weekend of the WSK Euro Series in Lonato has just ended and it has been characterized by the rain that heavily influenced the results of the final day on Sunday. Despite this, the Frenchman Jeremy Iglesias got an excellent second place in the final of the premier class, which represents the first podium for him with the CRG colours.

Double podium for Tony Kart on the occasion of the WSK “Euro”

Double podium for Tony Kart on the occasion of the WSK “Euro” Read more

In the opening round of the WSK Euro Series, at the South Garda Karting of Lonato, two out of four are the categories in which Tony Kart Racing Team reaches the top 3 list. Not only, in KZ2 class also with an amazing comeback of 23 positions.

Wet and hard-fought Finals at the opener of WSK Euro Series

Wet and hard-fought Finals at the opener of WSK Euro Series Read more

The victories of the first round of the series in Lonato went to the Brit Arvid Lindblad in OK, the Czech Jindrich Pesl in MINI, the Dutch Marijn Kremers in KZ2 and United Arab Emirates’ Rashid Al Dhaheri in OKJ.    

Livestream: WSK Euro Series Round 1 at Lonato

Livestream: WSK Euro Series Round 1 at Lonato Read more

The opening race of the WSK Euro Series announces to be quite spectacular with a lot of champions among the about 270 drivers ready to challenge each other from April 8th to 11th at the South Garda Karting circuit in categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2.

All set for the final stages of the first round of WSK Euro Series in Lonato

All set for the final stages of the first round of WSK Euro Series in Lonato Read more

Qualifying heats ended in Lonato. The path has been long to select the finalists as it involved 42 races. The double Prefinals will begin at 10:40 on Sunday, April 11th while the Finals will be at 14:20 for OK, MINI, KZ2 and OKJ with live TV streaming.

A lot of protagonists hunting for the top in Lonato’s WSK Euro Series

A lot of protagonists hunting for the top in Lonato’s WSK Euro Series Read more

Qualifying practice and the initial heats highlighted the speed of a lot of drivers that put their name forward to the win in each category. Further heats will follow on Saturday, while the final stages will be on Sunday, April 11th with live TV Streaming.    

Results: WSK Euro Series Round 1 at Lonato

Results: WSK Euro Series Round 1 at Lonato Read more

The opening race of the WSK Euro Series announces to be quite spectacular with a lot of champions among the about 270 drivers ready to challenge each other from April 8th to 11th at the South Garda Karting circuit in categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2.

Livetiming: WSK Euro Series Round 1 at Lonato

Livetiming: WSK Euro Series Round 1 at Lonato Read more

The opening race of the WSK Euro Series announces to be quite spectacular with a lot of champions among the about 270 drivers ready to challenge each other from April 8th to 11th at the South Garda Karting circuit in categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2.

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2018 VORTEX triumphs
Bas Kaligis
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2018 VORTEX triumphs

The 2018 season will be remembered for the World Title in KZ. Besides the World Championship in the master class, other two great successes stand out, the one in the CIK-FIA International KZ2 Super Cup and the CIK-FIA European Championship in OKJ.

OKJ – DDJ ENGINE
The presence of the DDJ in the cadet class has been important throughout the whole season and in the CIK-FIA European Championship, a driver powered by Vortex conquered the Title. The future European Champion, Paul Aron (Ricky Flynn Motorsport), made his début on the International Circuit of Naples (Italy) with a brilliant success, continuing his climb to the continental Title centering another victory, on the occasion of the third round, in Ampfing (Germany). The consecration for DDJ and Aron was in France, with a great performance that allowed the young Estonian to conquer the prestigious title. In addition to the victory in the European Championship, the DDJ engines reached the upper positions of the rankings in each round and they have been actually chosen by the 36% (average value on the four tests) of drivers. Besides Aron, other drivers brilliantly stood out throughout the European Championship, stepping onto the podium, such as Askey (Ricky Flynn Motorsport), Griggs (Lennox Racing Team) and Smal (Ward Racing), without forgetting the pole positions conquered by Bedrin (Tony Kart Racing Team) in Essay and by the already mentioned Smal at PFI. On the occasion of the World Championship in Kristianstad (Sweden), even though they did not manage to reach the podium due to some unlucky events, the Vortex drivers showed the DDJ engines’ potential. The best lap obtained in the Final by Smal proved this and the trust of teams and drivers placed in Vortex engines reached an important result, with the 42% of DDJ engines at the beginning of the event. The great season was completed by the victories achieved in other important International events, such as the WSK Series. At the beginning of the season, Aron won two prestigious one-shot races, the WSK Championsh Cup (Adria Karting Raceway) and the Winter Cup (South Garda Karting). Still in the WSK series, during the Open series in the South Garda appointment, the podium was completely Vortex with Smal, Ten Brinke and Bedrin, ending the race in this order.

OK – DDS ENGINE
In the OK category, the DDS engines obtained good results with Stanek, who opened the CIK-FIA Europena Championship winning the Title on the Neaples Circuit (Italy). On the European championship, Vidales (Tony Kart Racing Team) and Thompson (Ricky Flynn Motorsport) reached the second step of the podium in England and France, respectively. With the second place in France, Essay, Thompson also obtained the second place in the overall rating of the European Championship. Just a few of unlucky circumstances prevented the drivers powered by Vortex to stand out also in the CIK-FIA World Championship in Kristianstad (Sweden), which however recorded the amazing record of DDS engines at the start, with the 49% of drivers branded Vortex. In the WSK series, Nielsen (Schumacher Racing Team) won the Champions Cup race-event at Adria and reached the second position in the WSK Super Master, obtaining three victories.

KZ2 – RKZ ENGINE
The 2018 season ends with a fantastic result, the third World Title within the whole Vortex history, won in the shifter category. The incredible victory of RKZ arrived with Hajek (Kosmic Kart Racing Dep.) on the Belgian circuit in Genk in a successful weekend fot the Vortex engines. Besides the World Championship, the RKZ won the CIK-FIA International KZ2 Super Cup with Viganò (Tony kart Racing Team), conquering also the third step of the podium with Vidales (Tony Kart Racing Team). In the European Championship, Ardigò (Tony Kart Racing Team) centered the third position in the opening race in Salbris (France), fighting for the Title until the end. Ardigò obtained also the first victories of the season, with the WSK Super Master Title (3 partial victories) and the victory at the enf of the season in the Macao Grand Prix of KZ.

ACADEMY TROPHY
Also this year, Vortex (DDJ engines) was supplier, together with Exprit (chassis) of the Academy CIK-FIA Trophy. The CIK-FIA Trophy, reserved for young emerging drivers, with the single supply system, proved to be a technical and organizational success, thanks also to the incredible work carried out on the tracks and in the factory by Vortex technicians.

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