Strong Start for Margay Ignite Majors Program

Margay spec program’s 2020 schedule launched in Florida

Feb 12, 2020
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The Margay Ignite program is undoubtedly one of the biggest success stories of the last decade in the sport of karting. The historic manufacturer introduced its Ignite spec formula in 2015, using its new K3 chassis as its foundation, and the sealed Briggs & Stratton 206 engine as the powerplant. The spec formula has lowered […]

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EKN Trackside – SKUSA Winter Series – Round 4 Sunday Report

Deukmedjian wins the race, while Norberg wins the war

Feb 11, 2020
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With the championships on the line in several classes, the final round of the Superkarts! USA Winter Series was contested at AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex Presented by MG Tires on Sunday and the racing was once again intense and entertaining. While class leading drivers like Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Renato Jader David, Billy Musgrave, Justin Peck and […]

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Feb 10, 2020
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Marko Radisic beat his own world record for endurance karting during the SimCraft 24 Hours of Orlando. Marko logged a total of 1,580 km (982 miles) in 24 hours solo on a Tecno Kart powered by a Briggs & Stratton 206 powerplant. Briggs & Stratton sat down with Marko Radisic after the SimCraft 24 Hours […]

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EKN Trackside – SKUSA Winter Series – Round 3 Report

Galli and Antonelli dominate X30 Senior and Junior main events

Feb 09, 2020
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The Superkarts! USA Winter Series is wrapping up this weekend at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex Presented by MG Tires, and the third round of the four-race series on Saturday provided some incredible action. The 12-turn, 0.7-mile track is being run in the clockwise direction for this doubleheader, and the technical nature of this layout provided […]

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Feb 07, 2020
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The EKN Trackside Live program visits multiple events throughout the karting season. Leading up to major events on the calendar, EKN is happy to launch a new show as part of the EKN Radio Network. The EKN OutLap is a preview podcast show, geared at providing you the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles […]

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Feb 03, 2020
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Trinity Karting Group and Margay Racing are proud to announce the addition of the fastest growing karting class in the Midwest – The Margay Ignite spec program – to Motorsports Country Club of Cincinnati. The Ignite Senior (Ages 15+) and Ignite Master (Ages 35+) categories will take the green flag this spring at the inaugural […]

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Cincinnati ProAm Karting Championship Announced for 2020

Motorsports Country Club of Cincinnati to host new public racing series

Jan 31, 2020
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A new era of karting in southwest Ohio is set to launch in the spring of 2020. The Motorsports Country Club of Cincinnati is proud to announce the formation of the ProAm Karting Championship, which is a new program designed to introduce club competition to the Batavia, Ohio circuit. Located east of downtown Cincinnati, the […]

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Jan 30, 2020
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A total of 34 teams will attempt to complete a stint of two times around the clock at the upcoming SimCraft 24 Hours of Orlando endurance race at the Orlando Kart Center on January 31-February 2. 2020 marks the second edition of the 24-hour race, with all entries competing with the Briggs & Stratton 206 […]

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Jan 29, 2020
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With the change to 2020 Briggs & Stratton 206 rules, the current drum on the Premier Stinger Clutch will no longer be allowed. Effective May 5, Briggs rules state that you will be required to run a stamped steel drum for all Briggs 206 Racing. NORAM is currently manufacturing a replacement drum for the Premier […]

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Jan 29, 2020
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Briggs & Stratton Corporation’s Motorsports division has released the Briggs 206 Rule Set for the 2020 racing season. The 2020 Rule Set outlines two main updates: clutch clarification and a new spark plug specification. “Building off the incredible momentum of the past 12 years, Briggs & Stratton Racing looks forward to even bigger fields, more […]

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Jan 29, 2020
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The following is a statement from Cup Karts North America regarding their class structure for the 2020 season. With 2020 fast approaching, CKNA is excited to announce it’s revised class structure for 2020! Don’t worry, we’re not reinventing the wheel. What we have done is used all the data from 2018 and 2019 to adjust […]

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Jan 28, 2020
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Margay Racing and Whiteland Raceway Park are proud to announce the addition of the fastest growing karting class in the Midwest – The Margay Ignite spec program – to the 2020 WRP Championship Season. The Ignite Junior (ages 12-15) and Ignite Senior (ages 15+) will take the green flag this spring at the revamped Whiteland […]

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Jan 23, 2020
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The 4th edition of USAC Karting’s Battle at the Brickyard is set for more growth as 18 classes are included for this years running. The main focus of one of the largest karting events is being all encompassing for kart racers from all walks of life and the most diverse class structure in karting. The […]

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Jan 21, 2020
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The Racing for Children’s Karting Team has officially registered for the 2nd Annual SimCraft 24 Hours of Orlando. Racing for Children’s will be competing in the Pro Category again this year and will be fighting for the overall win. The Racing for Children’s concept was brought to Children’s of Alabama by motorsports enthusiasts and Children’s […]

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Jan 21, 2020
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ROK Cup Promotions is kicking off their 2020 event calendar this weekend at Isle Casino in Pompano Beach, Florida for round one of the Florida Winter Tour. Taking place on the temporary circuit on the grounds of the Isle Casino Racing Thursday, January 16 to Sunday, January 19, 231 drivers from across the globe will […]

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Jan 20, 2020
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The calendar has turned over to 2020, and so begins a new decade. The first event on the calendar was the Superkarts! USA Winter Series, held at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex presented by MG Tires. in southern Florida. Over 240 entries competed in the two rounds of racing around the 7/10-mile course, setting the stage […]

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Jan 20, 2020
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The greatest show without a tent returns to the City of Elkhart on August 14 and 15. USAC Karting is pleased to announce the return of the Thor Industries Elkhart River Walk Grand Prix. Racing returns Friday night and all-day Saturday leading up to the headlining concert. Don’t miss live music both days, family friendly […]

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Jan 19, 2020
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ROK Cup Promotions is kicking off their 2020 event calendar this weekend at Isle Casino in Pompano Beach, Florida for round one of the Florida Winter Tour. Taking place on the temporary circuit on the grounds of the Isle Casino Racing Thursday, January 16th to Sunday, January 19th, 231 drivers from across the globe will be […]

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EKN Trackside: 2020 SKUSA Winter Series – AMR 1 Report

Woods-Toth and Greenemeier score big X30 Senior wins in Homestead

Jan 14, 2020
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Superkarts! USA threw the green flag on its 2020 season this past weekend at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex Presented by MG Tires, kicking off the third edition of the organization’s Winter Series in south Florida. The event set an series attendance record with over 240 entries, including the new inclusion of the popular Margay Ignite […]

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EKN Trackside: 2020 SKUSA Winter Series – AMR 1 Preview

New season begins with third edition of Florida program

Jan 09, 2020
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The first major event of the 2020 season is set for this weekend in the sunshine state. The Superkarts! USA will welcome racers to the AMR Motorplex in Homestead, Florida for the opening weekend of the 2020 SKUSA Winter Series. A pre-entry total of 229 drivers in 13 categories are set to tackle the 7/10-mile […]

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