2026 eKartingNews.com Driver Rankings presented by Stilo USA – TaG – April 22

Lawrence takes over top spot ahead of Massimino and Ramos

Apr 24, 2026
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As predicted, the second edition of the 2026 eKartingNews.com TaG Driver Rankings presented by Stilo USA standings have seen a shakeup. A total of seven main events over the last six weekends have been added to shifting 12-month program, including major races from Race Rotax, SKUSA, USPKS and Stars along with the latest race for […]

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Cup Karts North America Announces Removal of Penalty Points System

Format adjustment for opening weekend of North Division and video review process at divisional programs

Apr 24, 2026
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The following is a statement released by Cup Karts North America on April 24, 2026 regarding rule updates and format adjustments for the opening round of North Division It’s no secret that the numbers at our US Divisional races have not been what they used to recently. For a variety of reasons, kart counts at […]

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2026 eKartingNews.com Driver Rankings presented by Stilo USA – Shifterkart – April 22

Renaudin maintains top position now over Morgatto and Urwin

Apr 23, 2026
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The results for the second edition of the 2026 eKartingNews.com Shifterkart Driver Rankings presented by Stilo USA have been collected, and the new standings have been tabulated. Only four events have been added to the standings, featuring ROK Cup USA, SKUSA, USPKS and Stars events along with shifting the 12-month total. The driver total expanded […]

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Apr 21, 2026
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The 2026 ROTAX karting season is officially underway, with regional and club championships launching across the United States. From Texas to the Northeast, the Midwest to the Pacific Northwest, ROTAX competitors have no shortage of opportunities to hit the track. Whether you’re racing regionally or supporting your local club, ROTAX action is happening near you. […]

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Series Preview: CKNA North Set for Three-Event Season

G&J, Road America, and Norway to host events in 2026

Apr 21, 2026
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Cup Karts North America is well known for their extremely well-attended national events, like the season-ending Grand Nationals at New Castle Motorsports Park. The foundation of the sport and CKNA as well, is based at the club and regional level. Cup Karts North America has four divisional series under its banner: North, South, East, and […]

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ROK Cup USA Announces ROK Fest West at Sonoma Raceway with ROK SuperFinal Tickets Available

Three-day summer festival to feature premier competition, major prizes, special events, and more than $50,000 in awards and tickets

Apr 20, 2026
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ROK Cup USA is set to bring another marquee event to the West Coast with ROK Fest West, taking place July 10-12, 2026, at Sonoma Raceway. Designed as a can’t-miss summer karting festival that will award tickets to Italy and the ROK SuperFinal, the event will combine top-tier racing, unique feature competitions, family-friendly activities, and […]

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Apr 20, 2026
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Blue skies and warm temperatures welcomed racers to Winchester, California, for Round 4 of the inaugural Champions of the Future America (COTF America) season. Competitors returned to K1 Circuit’s Pro Track w/ Hairpin layout. By removing slower, technical sections, the layout produced the fastest lap times and highest average speeds of the season so far. As the American staff […]

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Great Spectacle of WSK Euro Series in Lonato

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)

Apr 20, 2026
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The South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato hosted the second round of the WSK Euro Series, featuring an impressive turnout of over 280 drivers from 54 nations—a notable increase in competitors compared to the opening round in Viterbo last February 14th. The MINI Under 10, MINI Gr.3, OK-NJ, OK-N, OKJ, OK, and KZ2 categories took […]

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ProKart Challenge Readies for 2026 Season

Superkarts! USA regional program gearing up for five-event schedule beginning in Southern California

Apr 17, 2026
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The 2026 season for the Superkarts! USA ProKart Challenge marks the 22nd edition of the organization’s flagship regional program. The championship is coming off a strong 2025 season that featured increased numbers from the last several years, enjoying a schedule that featured three premier facilities. This year’s championship format features the same three circuits in […]

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Apr 17, 2026
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The 2026 season for the Route 66 Sprint Series presented by MG Tires is set to get underway, visiting the New Castle Motorsports Park over the April 24-26 weekend. The popular New Castle, Indiana facility is set to welcome racers from all over the Midwest area as the weather begins to warm up and the […]

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Apr 16, 2026
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eKartingNews.com is the hub of the karting world, providing you with all the latest news, insider information and race reports from events around the globe. ‘This Week In Karting’ helps to tie everything together in one weekly podcast, bringing our listeners up to speed on the most recent news in the sport. ‘This Week In […]

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eKartingNews.com Driver of the Month: March 2026 – Ashton Woon

Speed Concepts Racing driver earns four victories in four different categories in Tucson

Apr 16, 2026
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In a continued effort to highlight the many outstanding performances by drivers around the country, eKartingNews.com is proud to introduce the ‘Driver of the Month’ program. Each month, the staff at EKN will determine the one driver who stood out above the rest and give the viewers a chance to know exactly what they accomplished […]

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Cup Karts Canada Unveils Trophy for First-Ever Canadian National Four-Stroke Championship

A national championship, a national trophy, a deserved moment for Canadian karting

Apr 16, 2026
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Cup Karts Canada is proud to unveil its National Championship trophy for the first-ever Canadian National Four-Stroke Championship, which will take place May 15-17 at the TAG Karting Academy in Mont-Tremblant, Quebec. It’s not just a trophy. It’s a symbol of everything four-stroke karting in Canada has built up to this day. Conceived over many […]

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Apr 15, 2026
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Made in the USA products for the karting market are manufactured and distributed by Precision Karting Technologies. The company continues to develop innovative and efficient products for the sport. The resurgence of the Rotax engine platform here in the USA puts a focus on the Rotax products available from PKT. One of the most popular […]

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Race Report: 2026 United States Pro Kart Series – Carolina Grand Prix

Massimino defends home turf at Trackhouse Motorplex

Apr 14, 2026
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The 2026 season for the United States Pro Kart Series kicked off with the running of the Carolina Grand Prix at the Trackhouse Motorplex on April 10-12. The Mooresville, North Carolina facility welcomed 219 entries over the 10 categories competing in ‘Race City USA’ for the opening round of the championship hosting its 14th season. […]

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Apr 13, 2026
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The 2026 Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship started in style in southern Italy, with KR Motorsport drivers claiming victory in both Junior and OK classes. The first points are on the board in the 2026 Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship, as British drivers Will Green and Noah Baglin began their campaigns in the best possible […]

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Apr 10, 2026
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Superkarts! USA has officially confirmed that the SKUSA SuperNationals will remain at Las Vegas Motor Speedway (LVMS) as part of a new three-year agreement, beginning with the 29th running of the event this November. Widely regarded as the flagship karting event in North America, the SKUSA SuperNationals continues to cement its place on the global […]

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Tillotson T4 USA Eastern Cup Kicks Off at Music City Kartplex

Opening round to join track's Rhythm & Race Championship series

Apr 10, 2026
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Music City Kartplex, Middle Tennessee’s premier outdoor karting destination, will host Round 1 of the Tillotson T4 USA Eastern Cup on April 18, as part of the Rhythm & Race Championship series powered by Podium 1 racing. The event promises competitive racing action and a unique opportunity for drivers to experience the excitement of the […]

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Ignite Karting Continues Growth With Two New Clubs

Kansas City Karting Association and JRP Speedway added to Ignite series map

Apr 09, 2026
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Margay Racing, LLC is excited to announce that two more local clubs have been added to the spec Ignite Karting program in 2026. Kansas City Karting Association and JRP Speedway will both include Ignite classes in their respective class structures. “Our long-standing goal is to grow karting and Ignite provides the platform for fun, competitive […]

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CKNA News: April 2026 Schedule

CKNA South Series Heads to Music City Kartplex

Apr 08, 2026
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After running four events through the first three months of the year, including two CKNA South races and both the Winter Nationals and Spring Nationals, Cup Karts North America has a single event lined up for the month of April. The CKNA South series will run their third race of the season – the fifth […]

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