EKN’s Paddock Insider is part of our Trackside coverage, bringing you notes, updates and breaking news as it happens. The article will feature notes from trackside at the 2026 RMC America’s Trophy from the Musselman Honda Circuit in Tucson, Arizona. This is insider info will not be seen anywhere else. Be sure to follow the […]
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Read Full StoryEKN Trackside: 2026 RMC America’s Trophy – Tucson – Preview
Inaugural event set for Musselman Honda Circuit featuring Rotax and FZ competition
Race Rotax and Karting Solutions Group is set to host the inaugural event for the RMC America’s Trophy championship. The opening event is scheduled for March 20-22 at the Musselman Honda Circuit. The Tucson, Arizona facility will welcome Rotax and FZ Shifter competitors for three days of action in what is forecasted to be over […]
Read Full StoryFZ Shifter Announces 2026 “Gold Rush” Bonus Program
$10,000 purse established for Junior Shifter class including multiple events and programs along the west coast
FZShifter.com is excited to announce the launch of the 2026 “Gold Rush”, a premier incentive prize package designed to reward and grow the Junior Shifter karting category. Featuring a total season-ending cash purse of $10,000, the program looks to provide tangible financial support to the next top junior shifter competitor. The Gold Rush is open to […]
Read Full StoryFollowing 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 selected Rotax MAX Challenge championships and race events worldwide, where drivers can qualify for the RMC Grand Finals. The E10 category will debut on […]
Read Full StoryFZ Shifter Platform to be Featured at RMC America’s Trophy
Junior and Senior engine package to compete in inaugural championship program
The 2026 season marks the debut of the new Race Rotax America’s Trophy championship. The inaugural event is scheduled for March 20-22 at the Musselman Honda Circuit in Tucson, Arizona with the first round of the program being contested. Alongside the Rotax Max Challenge categories will be the addition of the FZ Shifter platform for […]
Read Full StoryRace Rotax RMC America’s Trophy Opens Registration
Two events, four round championship program set for series debut in March at Musselman Honda Circuit
In January, Race Rotax announced the creation of the RMC America’s Trophy program. The two events, four round championship is set to begin on March 20-22 at the Musselman Honda Circuit in Tucson, Arizona. The international program is a pathway to one of the most prestigious karting events in the world – the 2026 Rotax […]
Read Full StoryeKartingNews.com Driver of the Month: January 2026 – Jack Kotowski
TKG Birelart USA driver starts season with three wins in two states
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 […]
Read Full StoryThe Rotax RMC Winter Trophy completed its fifth championship season, moving to the Speedsportz Racing Park for the 2026 program. The New Caney, Texas suffered winter weather the opening weekend, forcing Round Two to the January 30-February 1 fainale weekend. Three rounds of racing were contested over three days to complete the best three of […]
Read Full StoryRMCIT Asia Ignites Rotax Racing in Macau
First Rotax 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 regions. In its premier appearance, the demanding 1,203-metre Coloane Kart Circuit provided the ideal venue for the high profile championship, resulting in the most competitive edition of […]
Read Full StoryEKN Trackside: 2026 Rotax RMC Winter Trophy – Round Four Report
Six Rotax Grand Finals tickets awarded following final day of action at Speedsportz
The fourth and final round of the 2026 Rotax RMC Winter Trophy was completed at the Speedsportz Racing Park on Sunday. The day at the New Caney, Texas began with temperatures below the 30 degree mark but rose up above 50 with sunny skies throughout the day. The over 110 competitors over the six Rotax […]
Read Full StoryEKN Trackside: 2026 Rotax RMC Winter Trophy – Round Three Report
Ramos becomes third different winner in Senior MAX at Speedsportz
The second half of the 2026 Rotax RMC Winter Trophy began on Saturday at the Speedsportz Racing Park with the third round of action taking place. A sunny but cold and windy day greeted the over 110 drivers in the six Rotax categories at the New Caney, Texas facility, with temps only reaching the mid […]
Read Full StoryEKN Trackside: 2026 Rotax RMC Winter Trophy – Round Two Report
Musgrave adds second straight with Factory Karts taking home two wins on the day from Speedsportz
Action resumed at the Speedsportz Racing Park on Friday for the 2026 Rotax RMC Winter Trophy with Round Two activities that were carried over from the previous weekend. The Sunday action from the opening weekend was postponed due to freezing temperatures, and the Prefinal and Final sessions were moved to Friday of this weekend. This […]
Read Full StoryThe EKN Trackside Live program visits multiple events throughout the karting season. Leading up to major events on the calendar, EKN is happy to provide a show as part of the EKN Radio Network. The EKN OutLap is a preview podcast show, geared at providing you with the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles […]
Read Full StoryEKN Trackside: 2026 Rotax RMC Winter Trophy – Speedsportz 2 – Preview
Second weekend at Texas facility to feature three rounds of racing for Rotax Grand Finals tickets on the line
The second weekend of the 2026 Rotax RMC Winter Trophy is set to be contested on January 30-February 1 at the Speedsportz Racing Park. The second half of a back-to-back weekend championship program will feature three rounds of racing over three days at the New Caney, Texas facility. The Round Two action from last weekend […]
Read Full StoryRace Report: 2026 Rotax RMC Winter Trophy – Speedsportz 1
Opening weekend at Speedsportz postponed halfway through due to freezing temperatures
The 2026 Rotax RMC Winter Trophy presented by Race Rotax was scheduled to host the opening two rounds of racing over the January 23-25 weekend at the Speedsportz Racing Park. Practice / Qualifying day on Friday provided usual temperature and weather conditions however Saturday for Round One racing brought on heavy rain conditions to the […]
Read Full StoryRace Preview: 2026 Rotax RMC Winter Trophy – Speedsportz 1
Opening two rounds of championship program makes Texas debut
The fifth year of the Rotax RMC Winter Trophy is set to begin with the opening two rounds of the championship program at the Speedsportz Racing Park. The New Caney, Texas facility will host the program for the first time after the first four editions held at the Orlando Kart Center. 2026 also marks the […]
Read Full StoryFormula KFX is offering young racing enthusiasts the opportunity of a lifetime: a chance to win a free year of competitive karting worth nearly $6,000. The Formula KFX Junior Shootout will take place Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, at Sonoma Raceway Karting Center, with a controlled test session running from 11:20-11:50 a.m. Participants are asked to […]
Read Full StoryOn January 10, Race Rotax announced an expanded race calendar for the 2026 season. Race Rotax – part of Karting Solutions Group umbrella – is set to host three events this year as part of two separate programs that will run alongside the SKUSA Pro Tour schedule, open to drivers throughout the USA and the […]
Read Full StoryBRP-Rotax is pleased to announce that the Rotax Racing Club International Finals and the Rotax Racing Club Team Trophy will take place at Silverstone (UK) in 2026. The RRC International Finals are scheduled for 29–30 May 2026, followed by the RRC Team Trophy on 31 May 2026. The relocation to Silverstone reflects a strategic decision to deliver the highest organisational standards and an exceptional racing […]
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