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The second stop of the 2024 United States Pro Kart Series was held at the Trackhouse Motorplex on the May 17-19 weekend. The Carolina Grand Prix featured the 12th visit to the Mooresville, North Carolina facility in the series 12-year history. The visit to the unofficial home of the series welcomed over 250 entries in the seven IAME categories on the weekend, battling in the second round of the 2024 championship program. David Cole and Nate Dean recap the action from Race City USA in this new episode of the Debrief – presented by Sodi Racing USA. The show begins with the OTK USA Paddock Pass before getting into all the details of the weekend with the Franklin Motorsports Race Report. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Parolin USA completes the podcast.

The 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 going into the weekend. The second event of the 2024 United States Pro Kart Series is set for this weekend – May 17-19 – at the Trackhouse Motorplex. The Mooresville, North Carolina facility will host the Carolina Grand Prix, welcoming over 250 entries competing in seven IAME categories. David Cole and Nate Dean preview the event and the classes in this episode of the OutLap, presented by Parolin USA.

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. A month since the last show for ‘This Week In Karting’ after a busy four week span that included vacations, two trackside events, and catching up on all the news and notes within the sport. David Cole and Nate Dean sat down for the only episode in April – presented by Comet Kart Sales. Among the topics are the 2025 SKUSA schedule, FIA Karting update, Rock Island Grand Prix news, rebranding at Florida karting circuit and more.

The 17th season for Challenge of the Americas ended over the April 12-14 weekend with another visit to Sonoma Raceway. The Sonoma, California facility brought in over 110 entries in the six categories, including a series record of 42 drivers in 100cc Senior battling over Round Five and Six of the 2024 championship program. The six champions were decided when the final laps were completed. Rob Howden and David Cole review the action from Wine Country in this new episode of the Debrief – presented by Sodi Racing USA. The show begins with the Skip Barber Racing School Paddock Pass before getting into all the details of the weekend with the Margay Racing Race Report. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Rolison Performance Group completes the podcast.

The 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 going into the weekend. The 17th season for Challenge of the America wraps up this weekend – April 12-14 – at the Sonoma Raceway. The Sonoma, California facility will host Round Five and Round Six for the six categories to wrap up their 2024 championship stretch. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the event and the classes in this episode of the OutLap, presented by Factory Karts.

The 12th season for the United States Pro Kart Series began over the April 5-7 weekend with the running of the Texas Grand Prix at the Speedsportz Racing Park. The New Caney, Texas facility welcomed 262 entries over the seven IAME categories for the opening round of the 2024 championship program. David Cole and Nate Dean recap the action from the Lone Star State in this new episode of the Debrief – presented by D.I.D Chain. The show begins with the Sodi Racing USA Paddock Pass before getting into all the details of the weekend with the Comet Kart Sales Race Report. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Parolin USA completes the podcast.

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 Karting’ returns for the first show of March after a busy stretch on the road covering events. Episode 76 presented by Margay Racing has David Cole and Nate Dean back in the studio, discussing the updates for the 2024 Rock Island Grand Prix, the return of Quincy Grand Prix, CKNA South heading to Daytona, Factory Karts new FZ Shifterkart engines and season 20 for the California ProKart Challenge.

The 15th season for the Superkarts! USA Pro Tour is underway with the running of the 2024 SKUSA WinterNationals, held at the Orlando Kart Center. Nearly 250 entries gathered at the Orlando, Florida facility that hosted the event for a second straight year. The March 8-10 weekend was the debut of the new SKUSA Pro Show for X30 and Shifter while the Semi-Pro categories contested the first two rounds of the championship program. David Cole and Nate Dean recap the action from Orlando in this new episode of the Debrief – presented by Franklin Motorsports. The show begins with the CRG Nordam Paddock Pass before getting into all the details of the weekend with the Stilo USA Race Report. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by OTK USA completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The 15th season of the Superkarts! USA Pro Tour is set to begin with the running of the 2024 SKUSA WinterNationals at the Orlando Kart Center. The Orlando, Florida facility is hosting the event for the second straight year, with nearly 250 entries battling in the nine categories competing on the March 8-10 weekend. David Cole and Nate Dean preview the event and the classes in this episode of the OutLap, presented by Sodi Racing USA.

The midway point of the 17th season for Challenge of the Americas was reached over the March 1-3 weekend at the Musselman Honda Circuit. The Tucson, Arizona facility hosted Rounds Three and Four – or T2 weekend – welcoming nearly 80 entries in the six categories competing. Rob Howden and David Cole review the two days of racing in this new episode of the Debrief – presented by Rolison Performance Group. The show begins with the Parolin USA Paddock Pass before getting into all the details of the weekend with the Skip Barber Racing School Race Report. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by CRG Nordam completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. It is a return to the Musselman Honda Circuit this weekend as the 2024 Challenge of the Americas continues. The Tucson, Arizona facility is set to host Rounds Three and Four over the March 1-3 weekend as the 17th season for the winter west coast series moves forward. David Cole and Nate Dean preview the event and the classes in this episode of the OutLap, presented by Comet Kart Sales.

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. The February edition of ‘This Week In Karting’ brings back David Cole and Nate Dean into the EKN Radio Network studio. Episode 75 presented by Factory Karts brings in topics surrounding the United States Pro Kart Series, RaceRotax US Trophy Series EXGEL Driver Exchange Program, return of Nitro Kart race team, Skip Barber Formula Race Series, Stockholm Karting Center, TB Kart expansion with Racelab and the introduction of the CS55.

The finale weekend for the 2024 Superkarts! USA Winter Series was held on February 9-11 weekend at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex presented by MG Tires. The third and fourth rounds of the championship program decided this year’s title winners in Homestead, Florida. Rob Howden and David Cole recap the nine classes in this new episode of the Debrief – presented by Sodi Racing USA. The show begins with the Margay Racing Paddock Pass before getting into all the details of the weekend with the Parolin USA Race Report. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by CRG Nordam completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The finale weekend for the 2024 Superkarts! USA Winter Series is here, with the final two rounds of the championship set for February 9-11 at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex presented by MG Tires. A handful of drivers are gearing up for a championship run, while the rest conclude the ‘Spring Training’ weekend to prepare for the upcoming SKUSA Pro Tour campaign. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the event and the classes in this episode of the OutLap, presented by Rolison Performance Group.

The 17th season for Challenge of the Americas kicked off over February 2-4 at the Musselman Honda Circuit. The Tucson, Arizona facility hosted the first of two events in 2024 – T1 – with the first two rounds of the six-round championship program welcoming nearly 120 entries in the six categories. Rob Howden and David Cole review the two days of racing in this new episode of the Debrief – presented by Parolin USA. The show begins with the Rolison Performance Group Paddock Pass before getting into all the details of the weekend with the Factory Karts Race Report. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Sodi Racing USA completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The start of the 2024 Challenge of the Americas is coming this weekend as the 17th season begins at the Musselman Honda Circuit. The Tucson, Arizona facility will host the opening two rounds, contesting the circuit in the clockwise direction for the first time in series history. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the event and the classes in this episode of the OutLap, presented by Skip Barber Racing School.

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. The second show of 2024 for ‘This Week In Karting’ hits the EKN Radio Network airways. Following the first Trackside event of the season, David Cole and Nate Dean return to the studio for Episode 74. A number of topics are discussed, including changes at Challenge of the Americas, RaceRotax and Rotax Winter Trophy updates, team and event news – along with Ignite Challenge, Team FMS and Florida Winter Tour in this episode presented by Margay Racing.

The 2024 season is underway as the Superkarts! USA Winter Series opened up its championship program over the January 12-14 weekend at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex presented by MG Tires. A record setting 285 entries competed over the first two rounds of the program in Homestead, Florida. David Cole and Nate Dean review the nine classes in this new episode of the Debrief – presented by Factory Karts. The show begins with the Skip Barber Racing School Paddock Pass before getting into all the details of the weekend with the Comet Kart Sales Race Report. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Franklin Motorsports completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The 2024 begins with the first event on the calendar year as the Superkarts! USA Winter Series program opens up with the opening two rounds at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex presented by MG Tires. A record-setting pre-entry total of 282 with nine classes set to do battle at the Homestead, Florida facility. To set the stage for this weekend’s action, David Cole and Nate Dean preview the event and the classes in this episode of the OutLap, presented by Comet Kart Sales.

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. Welcome to 2024 and the first podcast of the new racing season. ‘This Week In Karting’ kicks off the EKN Radio Network podcast content for the new year, as David Cole and Nate Dean return to the studio for Episode 73. They discuss the final news of 2023 and look ahead to an exciting season ahead in this episode presented by Sodi Racing USA.

The eKartingNews Roundtable is a chance for a group of members from the karting community to discuss a topic with feedback from show viewers during the live podcast. Rob Howden and David Cole moderate the gathering panel of karting industry members. The first topic - 2026 World Championships to the USA. Based off a recent column, the discussion will center on the chances of the world karting stage coming to the United States, what must happen and what things to factor in hosting a prestigious event. Those joining the panel include: Mike Adams – New Castle Motorsports Park; Euan Jeffery – CRG Nordam; Gary Carlton – GFC Karting; Daniel Formal – Driver for Rolison Performance Group.

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 Karting’ returns after a nearly two-month absence. It was a busy month in November with the Superkarts! USA SuperNationals 26 in Las Vegas. The crew at EKN has recovered and returned to the podcast studio for Episode 72. David Cole and Nate Dean discuss several news items and review recent karting events in this episode presented by Parolin USA.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Episode 77 of Face2Face brings back another popular guest to the EKN Live Studio room. Andy Seesemann from Challenge of the Americas joins host Rob Howden and David Cole to discuss the upcoming 2024 program for the west coast international winter series. The big change is the move to Vega Tires for next season and beyond, along with updates to the class roster and more topics.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Face2Face returns as EKN welcomes back Margay Racing’s Keith Freber. It’s a monumental season ahead as the St. Louis-based company is set to celebrate its 60th year in 2024. Their Ignite Karting Majors schedule begins with the ‘Dash at Daytona’ during the 50th year celebration of WKA Daytona KartWeek this December, but not before their annual Open House coming this weekend. Rob Howden and David Cole hit all these topics with Freber in this live show.

The 2023 season came to a close with the Superkarts! USA SuperNationals 26 contested on November 8-12 at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Over 500 entries competed in nine categories to etch their names in the history books. Rob Howden and David Cole review the final five categories in Part 2 show of the EKN Debrief – presented by Comet Kart Sales. The show begins with the Sodi Racing USA Race Report, followed by the MEGA Power Paddock Pass. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Rolison Performance Group completes the podcast. Among the guests include Catalyst Driver Development driver Remo Ruscitti from Pro Shifter, podium finisher in X30 Senior Austin Garrison of Speed Concepts Racing and his teammate - double Junior winner Turner Brown.

The 2023 season ended with the 26th running of the Superkarts! USA SuperNationals. Over 500 entries from around the world gathered at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway over November 8-12 to compete in the nine categories at this year’s event. Rob Howden and David Cole breakdown four of the classes in Part 1 show of EKN Debrief – presented by Acceleration Kart Racing. They cover the Race Report presented by Factory Karts, followed by the Parolin USA Paddock Pass. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Skip Barber Racing School completes the podcast. Among the guests include Magik Kart USA Master Shifter driver Robert Bujdoso and Matthew Waters who ran KA100 Master under the Rolison Performance Group tent.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The road to the Superkarts! USA SuperNationals 26 is complete, as haulers and teams filling in the paddock outside the Las Vegas Motor Speedway for the November 8-12 event. Over 500 entries will be competing for SuperSunday glory in the nine categories offered for a chance to enter the history books. To help preview the event, EKN has broken up the classes into two groups, with four classes covered in the first show. The remaining classes, including KA100 Junior, X30 Junior, KA100 Senior, X30 Senior and Pro Shifter for Part 2 show. Rob Howden, David Cole and Nate Dean discuss these classes and more in this episode of the OutLap, presented by Sodi Racing USA.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The end of the 2023 season is upon us, and that means it is time to head to Vegas. The 26th running of the Superkarts! USA SuperNationals is set for November 8-12, outside the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Over 500 entries will be competing for SuperSunday glory in the nine categories offered for a chance to enter the history books. To help preview the event, EKN has broken up the classes into two groups, with four classes covered in the first show, including Micro Swift, Mini Swift, Master Shifter, and KA100 Master. Rob Howden, David Cole and Nate Dean discuss these classes and more in this episode of the OutLap, presented by Rolison Performance Group.

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. Episode 71 of ‘This Week In Karting’ hit on the latest Superkarts! USA, RTX Karting and Race Rotax news. David Cole and Nate Dean hit the recording studio to discuss those topics and more, in this episode presented by Margay Racing.

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 Karting’ is back after a two month hiatus due to the busy trackside schedule. Episode 70 presented by Sodi Racing USA has David Cole and Nate Dean returning to the audio studio to discuss the latest topics in karting. 2024 schedules is among the bulk of the content, along with a recap of the FIA Karting World Championships and more.

The 2023 season for the United States Pro Kart Series wrapped up with the running of the Carolina Grand Prix over the October 5-8 weekend. The Trackhouse Motorplex in Mooresville, North Carolina hosted the series for an 11th time, with the fifth and final round of this year’s championship contest. The eight series championship podiums were decided with the final laps in the Sunday main events. David Cole and Rob Howden recap the weekend from ‘Race City USA’ in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by MEGA Power Engines. They cover the Factory Karts Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Parolin USA. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Rolison Performance Group completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The 2023 United States Pro Kart Series ends this weekend as the Carolina Grand Prix hosts the fifth and final round of the championship program. The Trackhouse Motorplex is the site of the finale weekend, making it the 11th straight year for the series to compete at the Mooresville, North Carolina facility. Eight categories will battle over the weekend with Rob Howden and David Cole previewing the weekend ahead in this episode of the OutLap presented by Skip Barber Racing School.

A record setting weekend for the Cup Karts North America Grand Nationals. A total of 485 entries, featuring over 400 drivers took part in the September 28-October 1 event at the New Castle Motorsports Park. Nine categories took to the New Castle, Indiana facility to be crowned champion in Briggs 206 competition. Rob Howden and David Cole review the action from the CKNA Grand Nationals 7 in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Acceleration Kart Racing. They cover the Margay Racing Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Comet Kart Sales. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by D.I.D Chain completes the podcast.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Episode 75 of Face2Face welcomed back Alan Rudolph of the Speedsportz Racing Park. The New Caney, Texas facility is slated to host the 2023 IKF Sprint GrandNationals. Competitors in 2-cycle and 4-cycle divisions will be racing for the coveted ‘Duffy’ trophy, one of the oldest and most recognized trophies in the sport of karting. Rudolph joins Rob Howden and David Cole to discuss the October 20-22 weekend.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The largest Briggs 206 event in North America, and around the world is set to break a new record when the Cup Karts North America Grand Nationals 7 gets underway. Racers from all over the USA and around the world will converge on the New Castle Motorsports Park on September 28-October 1 to contest the seventh edition of the event. Over 500 entries in nine categories will battle around the New Castle, Indiana facility to crown this year’s winners. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the weekend ahead in this episode of the OutLap presented by Comet Kart Sales.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. The 74th episode of Face2Face takes us into Briggs 206 racing and the Cup Karts North America Grand Nationals 7. Rob Howden and David welcome Greg Jasperson of CKNA to discuss the upcoming September 28-October 1 event at the New Castle Motorsports Park. The 4-cycle only program is set to host nearly 500 entries in nine categories, a new event record by over 100 entries. Jasperson talks about the four-day event along with the four Divisional programs that have helped to build the momentum of the event entering its seventh year.

The second edition of the Rotax Max Challenge US Trophy Final took place on September 15-17 at the New Castle Motorsports Park. Race Rotax / J3 Competition welcomed 110 drivers in five Rotax categories, competing for victories along with 12 tickets to the 2023 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals, set for December in Bahrain. David Cole and Rob Howden recap the action from the 2023 US Trophy Final in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Rolison Performance Group. They cover the Comet Kart Sales Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Sodi Racing USA. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Acceleration Kart Racing completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The second edition of the Rotax Max Challenge US Trophy Final will take place on September 15-17 at the New Castle Motorsports Park. Over 100 drivers will compete in five Rotax divisions at the New Castle, Indiana facility for a chance at 12 Rotax Grand Finals tickets up for grabs. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the weekend ahead in this episode of the OutLap presented by Leading Edge Motorsports.

The 28th running of the Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix was held over the Labor Day weekend – September 2-3 – with the city streets of Rock Island, Illinois turned into a two-day karting festival. Reaching speeds of 80mph, karts battled around the 6/10-mile street course to decide this year’s winners of the coveted ROCK trophies – including the three King categories. David Cole and Rob Howden review the action from RIGP in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by D.I.D Chain. They cover the Franklin Motorsports Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by CRG Nordam. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Odenthal Racing Products completes the podcast.

The Hot Seat is back, after a busy summer season that kept us away from breaking out the mics trackside. Seeking some air conditioning during the United States Pro Kart Series Ohio Grand Prix at the Motorsports Country Club of Cincinnati Kart Plex, EKN Managing Editor David Cole was able to grab series announcer and USA karting figurehead Randy Kugler. The Ohio native began as a karter himself before turning over the helmet to help guide the World Karting Association. The longtime President was around for some of the major karting events throughout the 1980s, 1990s and into the 2000s. He’s continued within the sport, providing play-by-play action for many karting events over the last decade. They discuss the past, present and future in Episode 8 of the Hot Seat.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Episode 73 of Face2Face welcomes Justin Stefani of Race Rotax to discuss the upcoming US Trophy Final scheduled for September 15-17 at the New Castle Motorsports Park. The gathering of ‘Rotaxians’ from the USA, Canada, and around the world to Indiana will be one of the final events for competitors to earn a ticket to the 2023 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals – with a total of 12 up for grabs across the five categories.

The 2023 United States Pro Kart Series held its penultimate round over the August 25-27 weekend with the running of the Ohio Grand Prix at the Motorsports Country Club of Cincinnati Kart Plex. The Batavia, Ohio welcomed USPKS for the first time, featuring 230 entries over the eight championship categories. David Cole and Rob Howden review the action from MCC in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Parolin USA. They cover the Skip Barber Racing School Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Acceleration Kart Racing. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by OTK USA completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The penultimate round of the 2023 United States Pro Kart Series is taking place this weekend at the Motorsports Country Club of Cincinnati Kart Plex, hosting the Ohio Grand Prix which serves as the Round Four of the championship program. The August 25-27 weekend is the first visit to the Batavia, Ohio facility in the 11th year of the series. Over 200 entries will compete in the eight divisions around the 0.95-mile circuit. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the weekend ahead in this episode of the OutLap presented by Factory Karts.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. The Face2Face show returns after busy summer weeks trackside, featuring a live show discussing the 2023 Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix. Hosts Rob Howden and David Cole welcome event promoter Roger Ruthhart to discuss this year’s world famous street race. Margay Racing’s Keith Freber provides details of their Ignite Shootout program and part of the history of the Quad Cities street race while Race Liberante of Race Factory / MPG Motorsports gives his thoughts as a driver as to why this Labor Day street race is such a bucket list event – on and off the track.

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. Episode 69 of ‘This Week In Karting’ presented by Skip Barber Racing School welcomes David Cole and Nate Dean back into the recording booth to discuss the latest topics surrounding the sport of karting. That includes the FIA Karting European Championships, First Experience of Road Racing and the EKN Driver Rankings.

The final event of the 2023 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour came to an end with the running of the SummerNationals at the New Castle Motorsports Park. Two rounds at the New Castle, Indiana facility welcomed over 200 entries in nine categories to close out the 14th season of the championship. Rob Howden and David Cole review what happened over those two days in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Acceleration Kart Racing. They cover the Odenthal Racing Products Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Blayze Coaching. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by MG Tires completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The finale for the 2023 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour is this weekend with the 14th running of the SKUSA SummerNationals. Teams and drivers head to the New Castle Motorsports Park over the July 28-30 weekend with the final two rounds of the championship program. Over 200 entries will compete in nine categories at the New Castle, Indiana facility. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the weekend ahead in this episode of the OutLap presented by Comet Kart Sales.

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. The 68th episode of ‘This Week In Karting’ presented by Sodi Racing USA brings David Cole and Nate Dean back behind the microphone to discuss the latest news items in the sport of karting. Among the topics include 2024 Challenge of the Americas, recap of the IAME USA Grand National Championship, update on the RaceRotax US Trophy Final and the new FundChaser program from OpenFender.

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. Episode 67 of ‘This Week In Karting’ presented by Margay Racing is now available for download. David Cole and Nate Dean discuss the latest topics surrounding the sport, including ROK the PARC cancellation, the upcoming Rock Island Grand Prix, latest EKN Driver Rankings presented by Skip Barber Racing School and the FIA Karting European Championships.

The halfway point of the 2023 United States Pro Kart Series was reached over the June 22-25 weekend with the running of the Indiana Grand Prix at the New Castle Motorsports Park. The New Castle, Indiana welcomed 287 entries over the eight categories competing to set a new series record at the facility in the 11-year history of the program. David Cole and Rob Howden break down the racing from the New Castle in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Parolin USA. They cover the Factory Karts Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Sodi Racing USA. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by D.I.D Chain completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The midway point to the 2023 United States Pro Kart Series is set for the New Castle Motorsports Park this weekend. The Indiana Grand Prix will host Round Three of the championship program, with the New Castle, Indiana facility welcoming its largest ever USPKS event at over 275 entries in the eight categories. Rob Howden and David Cole what is to come with the ‘back home again in Indiana’ weekend in this episode of the OutLap presented by Factory Karts.

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. The 66th episode of ‘This Week In Karting’ presented by Rolison Performance Group reviews the recent news items and topics to hit the EKN News Desk. David Cole and Nate Dean discuss the release of 2024 dates for United States Pro Kart Series and Superkarts! USA, along with review the FIA Karting European Championship and the updated Amarillo Kart Complex that will host the Texas Sprint Racing Series at the end of the month.

The midway point of the 2023 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour is in the books with the annual SKUSA SpringNationals going into the books over the June 9-11 weekend. The Utah Motorsports Campus in Grantsville, Utah welcomed nearly 200 entries for Round Three and Four of the 14th season for the series championship. Rob Howden and David Cole review the two rounds of racing in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Comet Kart Sales. They cover the Margay Racing Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Skip Barber Racing School. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by MG Tires completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The midway point for the 2023 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour takes competitors to the Utah Motorsports Campus for the SKUSA Pro Tour SpringNationals. The Grantsville, Utah facility hosts the event for the fourth straight time, with nearly 200 entries set to battle in Round Three and Round Four of the national championship program. The EKN trio of Rob Howden, David Cole and Nate Dean preview the weekend ahead in this episode of the OutLap presented by Acceleration Kart Racing.

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. Episode 65 of ‘This Week In Karting’ presented by Factory Karts covers the latest topics and news items surrounding the sport. David Cole and Nate Dean open with a look at the Indy 500 with longtime karter Josef Newgarden winning, a Summer Camp by MPG Motorsports and Race Factory, along with race report news from Champions of the Future, Texas Sprint Racing Series and IKF Northern California Sprint Kart Series.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Episode 71 of the EKN Face2Face live show welcomed Kris McCrone of the Ohio Sprint Series. The former Buckeye Karting Challenge program is under new ownership, focused on the grassroots level with a long-term goal of making the state of Ohio a centerpiece for the sport of karting. Rob Howden and David Cole host the ‘EKN Prime Time’ edition discussing the upcoming three-event season for 2023 and the future plans of the program, and some exciting ideas for the future.

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. One of the most anticipated news items hit the home page of EKN, and is the focal point of Episode 64 for ‘This Week In Karting’ presented by Skip Barber Racing School. David Cole and Nate Dean discuss the Superkarts! USA SuperNationals 26 announcement along with more SKUSA news regarding the Pro Shifter category. Industry news including Leading Edge Motorsports and Sodi Racing USA, along with RaceRotax and the rebranded Hamilton Karting Complex in Canada are topics on the show.

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. The 63rd episode for ‘This Week In Karting’ presented by Margay Racing brings David Cole and Nate Dean back in the audio studio to discuss the latest topics and news items to hit the EKN home page. The upcoming ROK the PARC event in the Pacific Northwest was discussed along with changes to the WKA Gold Cup program. And a new segment – Where to race this weekend.

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. Episode 62 of ‘This Week In Karting’ presented by Acceleration Kart Racing welcomes David Cole and Nate Dean back behind the mics to discuss the latest news items and topics within the sport of karting here in the USA and around the world. Among the topics include the recent news items surrounding the United States Pro Kart Series, the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals, ROK Cup USA ‘ROK Fest’ events and much more.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. The first EKN Face2Face live show of May 2023 kicked off with a special 'EKN Prime Time' edition. Rob Howden and David Cole hosted Episode 70, welcoming back Greg Jasperson of the Cup Karts North America organization along with Gerald Caseley from the CKNA Canada Division. They provide insight into the Briggs 206 focus program on each side of the border.

The second event of the 2023 United States Pro Kart Series was held on the April 28-30 weekend, with the Speedsportz Racing Park hosting the Texas Grand Prix. The New Caney, Texas facility welcomed 284 entries on the weekend competing in eight categories. David Cole and Rob Howden break down the racing from the Lone Star State  in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Rolison Performance Group. They cover the Parolin USA Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Factory Karts. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Skip Barber Racing School completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The second stop of the 2023 United States Pro Kart Series takes the program west of the Mississippi River for the first time, visiting the Speedsportz Racing Park for the first ever Texas Grand Prix. The New Caney, Texas facility will welcome close to 300 entries in the eight categories battling for three days to become the first ever winners for a USPKS event at Speedsportz. Rob Howden and David Cole preview what is to come from the Lone Star State in this episode of the OutLap presented by Parolin USA.

The first edition of the Hot Seat is here for 2023. After a busy first few events on the new year, EKN Managing Editor David Cole was able to schedule a sit down interview with the glue behind the growing GFC Karting race team and brand. Sonny Cervelli calls NorCal home, and what better person to grab after a busy day of practice at Sonoma Raceway for the Challenge of the Americas series finale than a guy who has a 30-minute drive to his own home. Cervelli has a long history in the sport as a driver, making his way up the ranks to the national level. Now, you can see him as the Director of Operations for GFC. They discuss his role, the growth of GFC, and other topics surrounding the sport in Episode 7 of the Hot Seat.

The 2023 Challenge of the Americas came to an end over the April 14-16 weekend at the Sonoma Raceway. The Sonoma, California facility hosted the fifth and sixth rounds of the premier west coast winter series to decide the champions in the 16th season of the program. Rob Howden and David Cole recap the action from ‘Wine Country’ in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by MEGA Power. They cover the Acceleration Kart Racing Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by D.I.D Racing Chains. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Margay Racing completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The 16th season for Challenge of the Americas is set to come to close this weekend with the fifth and sixth rounds of the 2023 championship. All of it takes place at the Sonoma Raceway in Sonoma, California over the April 14-16 weekend. Rob Howden and David Cole preview what is to come from ‘Wine Country’ in this episode of the OutLap presented by Comet Kart Sales.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Our EKN Face2Face live show returns for another edition of ‘EKN Prime Time’ as Rob Howden will host Episode 69. The show will welcome Chris Kardashian, the new owner of the Route 66 Sprint Series, who is bringing some fresh ideas to the popular regional program.

The 2023 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour kicked off on the March 30 - April 2 weekend at the Orlando Kart Center. The Orlando, Florida facility hosted the WinterNationals, the opening rounds of the three-weekend, six-event championship series. Rob Howden and Nate Dean break down the racing from Orlando in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Sodi Racing USA. They cover the Comet Kart Sales Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by the Skip Barber Racing School. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by DID Chain completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The 14th season of the Superkarts! USA Pro Tour is set for this weekend as the SKUSA WinterNationals makes its first visit to the Orlando Kart Center. The Orlando, Florida facility will host the opening two rounds of the longest running national championship program. David Cole and Nate Dean break down the opening weekend of the 2023 program in this episode of the OutLap presented by Sodi Racing USA.

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. The 61st episode of ‘This Week In Karting’ – presented by Factory Karts – is host by David Cole and Nate Dean. They discuss the latest news items and topics surrounding the sport in the first show after a busy first half of March. The biggest topic is the new North American Kart License program with USPKS and SKUSA, along with industry news and driver news from the last three weeks.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Episode 68 of Face2Face with Rob Howden and David Cole is focused on the new Northern California Sprint Kart Series sanctioned by the International Kart Federation. Longtime karter and industry member Donald Durbin Jr. joins the show to discuss the five-event regional program, including four prominent karting facilities and a temporary circuit to close out the 2023 championship program.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. The 67th episode of Face2Face focused around the Pacific Northwest and one of the only organizations in the USA that hosts events for both Sprint and Road Racing. The Northwest Karting Association is the promoter for the Padholder Super Cup Series programs, bringing together tracks and clubs to form a sprint championship along with a road racing championship. Rob Howden and David Cole welcome NWKA President Mike Schorn along with Puget Sound Road Race Association representative Aaron Stanford and Cole Hegar of the Hegar Manufacturing race team, to discuss both the sprint and road racing programs for 2023.

The 2023 United States Pro Kart Series kicked off on the March 10-12 weekend at the Orlando Kart Center. The Orlando, Florida facility hosted the Southern Grand Prix, the opening round of the five-event championship program. David Cole and Rob Howden break down the racing from Orlando in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Parolin USA. They cover the MEGA Power Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Acceleration Kart Racing. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Racelab completes the podcast.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Episode 66 of Face2Face with Rob Howden and David Cole welcomes Brittany Lobaugh of the Texas Sprint Racing Series for a return visit. The show focuses on the Superkarts! USA / International Kart Federation regional program, which begins its 2023 season next week. Lobaugh will provide all the new details and notes regarding this year's five-event championship program.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. The 65th episode of Face2Face welcomes back Justin Stefani of Race Rotax to discuss the upcoming 2023 season for the US Trophy West and US Trophy East programs, along with the very much anticipated US Trophy Final later this year in September. EKN's Rob Howden and David Cole discuss with Stefani about the growth of Rotax brand here in the USA.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The 11th season of the United States Pro Kart Series begins this weekend with the Southern Grand Prix at the Orlando Kart Center. The second decade of the program opens up at the Orlando, Florida facility with full EKN Trackside coverage throughout the weekend. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the opening round of the 2023 series in this episode of the OutLap presented by Comet Kart Sales.

The halfway point has been reached for the 2023 Challenge of the Americas program with the second race of the championship held on March 3-5 at the Phoenix Kart Racing Association. The third and fourth rounds were contested at the Glendale, Arizona facility. David Cole and Rob Howden break down the racing from PKRA in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Acceleration Kart Racing. They cover the CRG Nordam Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by OTK USA. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Odenthal Racing Products completes the podcast.

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. Episode 60 of ‘This Week In Karting’ was recorded on March 1, 2023. David Cole and Nate Dean hit the audio studio to cover the latest news items and events in this episode presented by Racelab. Tech updates for the Cup Karts North America prior to their Spring Nationals event, Route 66 Sprint Series confirming classes and format, ROK Cup USA, United States Pro Kart Series and California ProKart Challenge are among the topics.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The midway point for Challenge of the Americas 2023 championship is this weekend, as the series heads to the Phoenix Kart Racing Association on March 3-5. Round Three and Four will be contested at the Glendale, Arizona facility with full Trackside Live coverage provided all weekend long. David Cole and Nate Dean preview the second event of the 2023 series in this episode of the OutLap presented by Sodi Racing USA.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Episode 64 is focused around the new OK-N engine platform, which made its debut at Challenge of the Americas 2023 opener at the Musselman Honda Circuit in Tucson, Arizona earlier this month. EKN's Rob Howden and David Cole welcome event promoter Andy Seesemann, OK-N racer and kart shop owner Alex Keyes, Jesus Vasquez of P1 Engines, and Seth Nash of Nash Motorsportz to discuss all aspects surrounding the global debut of the OK-N right here in the USA.

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. It is the return of ‘This Week In Karting’ after a couple weeks away with Episode 59 recorded on February 20, 2023. David Cole and Nate Dean discuss several news topics that crossed the home page of EKN in this episode presented by Margay Racing. Schedule updates include the Superkarts! USA Pro Tour, Rotax US Trophy Series West, Texas Sprint Racing Series, the launch of the Northern California Sprint Kart Series and the date for ROK Vegas. Sodi Racing USA secures new dealer and race team, and the USPKS prize package for 2023.

The first championships of the 2023 season were decided with the conclusion of the Superkarts! USA Winter Series. The final two rounds of the sixth season of the program were held on February 10-12 at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex presented by MG Tires. Rob Howden and Nate Dean break down the action from Homestead, Florida in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by MEGA Power. They cover the Parolin USA Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Franklin Motorsports. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by MG Tires completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The 2023 version of the Superkarts! USA Winter Series will wrap up on the February 10-12 weekend at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex presented by MG Tires. The sixth season will crown its champions after Round Three and Four are contested at the Homestead, Florida facility. Rob Howden and Nate Dean preview the series finale in this episode of the OutLap presented by Comet Kart Sales.

The 16th season for Challenge of the Americas kicked off over the February 3-5 weekend at the Musselman Honda Circuit. The Tucson, Arizona facility welcomed 120 entries in seven categories, including the worldwide debut of the new OK-N category developed by the FIA. Listen to Rob Howden and David Cole break down the weekend in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Skip Barber Racing School. They cover the CRG Nordam Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Odenthal Racing Products. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Margay Racing completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The west coast is set to begin the 2023 season with Challenge of the Americas set to host its opening two rounds of the season. The 16th season begins with a trip to the Musselman Honda Circuit in Tucson, Arizona over the February 3-5 weekend. The EKN duo of Rob Howden and David Cole preview the opening weekend of the west coast winter series in this episode of the OutLap presented by Racelab.

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. Episode 58 of ‘This Week In Karting’ is back for its second show of the 2023 season. David Cole and Nate Dean gather in the online studio to cover the latest news items and stories over the last two weeks in this episode presented by Rolison Performance Group. The two discuss the Superkarts! USA Pro Tour WinterNationals move along with the announcements of Sodi Racing USA, new general manager for the K1 Circuit in California and the Skip Barber Scholarship winners from WKA Daytona KartWeek. Series news involving the Cup Karts North America and Padholder Super Cup Series in addition to updates regarding the new OK-N here in the USA and in Europe.

The first major 2-cycle event of the new season is in the books as the Superkarts! USA Winter Series completed the opening two rounds of the 2023 championship program. A record number of 250 entries in nine categories competed on January 13-15 at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex presented by MG Tires. Join host David Cole as he welcomes EKN’s Rob Howden and Nate Dean who were trackside in Homestead, Florida to break down the weekend in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Parolin USA. They cover the Rolison Performance Group Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Comet Kart Sales. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by OTK USA completes the podcast.

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. The 57th episode of ‘This Week In Karting’ opens up the 2023 season for the program. David Cole and Nate Dean come together to discuss the new topics entering the new year in this episode presented by Acceleration Kart Racing. Included in the show is news regarding the Superkarts! USA KA100 Master category, the Race Rotax US Trophy Series East schedule, updates on Challenge of the Americas, news regarding Parolin USA and MottazSport, along with details at the grassroots level with the Buckeye Karting Challenge and New England Karting Challenge.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The 2023 season is underway just days into the new year, and the first EKN Trackside event is up this weekend. The sixth season of the Superkarts! USA Winter Series is set to open over the January 13-15 weekend at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex presented by MG Tires. The EKN trio of Rob Howden, David Cole and Nate Dean preview the opening weekend of 2023 in this episode of the OutLap presented by MEGA Power at Leading Edge Motorsports.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. The 63rd episode of Face2Face brings together a quartet of race winners from the World Karting Association Daytona KartWeek. The holiday event held on December 28-30 featured all three genres of the sport – dirt, road racing and sprint. Rob Howden and David Cole welcome four race winners in the Manufacturers Cup Series event on the sprint track – Jorge Ruiz, Matthew Frost, Evan Stamer and Christian Miles.

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. Episode 56 of ‘This Week In Karting’ is the final show of the 2022 calendar, recorded on December 29. Rob Howden, David Cole and Nate Dean sign off for the year to discuss the closing topics and news items surrounding the sport in this episode presented by MEGA Power. Included in the show are updated for Challenge of the Americas, Superkarts! USA and RaceRotax US Trophy Series West 2023 programs. Driver news at GFC Karting and a recap of the 2022 EKN Driver Rankings presented by Skip Barber Racing School also are discussed.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Episode 62 of Face2Face welcomes back Keith Freber of Margay Racing. For many around the industry, December is the time to regroup for the upcoming season. For Margay and the Ignite Karting program, it's time to head south to the World Karting Association Daytona KartWeek event in Daytona Beach, Florida. Rob Howden and David Cole welcome back Freber to discuss the upcoming event for both Sprint and Road Race competitors, review the 2022 season and look ahead to 2023 for the Ignite Karting wave.

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. The 55th episode of ‘This Week In Karting’ features the latest topics and news items surrounding the sport. Rob Howden returns with David Cole in this episode presented by Racelab. Among the topics include the Elkhart Riverwalk Grand Prix and Northeast Karting Challenge 2023 plans. Updates on the WKA Daytona KartWeek event along with 2023 information from the FIA regarding karting. And a new home for 2022 World Karting Champion Matheus Morgatto.

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. Episode 54 of ‘This Week In Karting’ covers the last week of news items and topics surrounding the sport. David Cole and Nate Dean settle into the studio for this episode presented by Alan Rudolph Racing Academy. 2023 updates regarding the Cup Karts North America and the Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix, along with updates on the new powerplants from Rotax and the FIA for the upcoming season. The show wraps up with news regarding the WKA National Road Racing Series and the 24 Hours Karting of Italy with CRG Rental Karts.

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. The 61st episode of Face2Face welcomes the new ‘face’ of ROK Cup USA. Mike Burrell has been named Director of Operations for ROK Cup USA, following the departure of Garett Potter. Burrell joins EKN’s David Cole to discuss his past in karting and motorsports, along with what to expect for the 2023 season and beyond with the ROK Cup USA program.

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. The 53rd episode of ‘This Week In Karting’ provides a regrouping of what was a busy month of November. Since the last show, a lot of news came across the newsdesk of EKN, with Rob Howden and David Cole on the mic for this episode presented by Acceleration Kart Racing. 2023 date for the Race Rotax US Trophy Final event along with the cancellation of Quincy Grand Prix is discussed. Facility news fills segment two with Whiteland Raceway Park and Michiana Raceway Park making headlines. Mike Burrell to ROK Cup USA and Bonnier Moulton named to 2022 Dan Wheldon Ambassador Award round out the topics.

The Superkarts! USA SuperNationals 25 took place on November 16-20 outside the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The silver anniversary event welcomed 586 entries in 10 categories to compete for a place in history with a victory on SuperSunday. Ten new names were added to the record books, with 10 first-time winners securing victories on the biggest day in North American karting. The EKN crew of Rob Howden, David Cole and Nate Dean discuss the week-long event in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Alan Rudolph Racing Academy. They cover the KartSport North America Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by OTK USA. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Franklin Motorsports completes the podcast.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The silver anniversary running of the Superkarts! USA SuperNationals is set for November 16-20, outside the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. Over 500 entries will be competing for SuperSunday glory in the 10 categories offered for the 25th edition of the event. To help preview the event, EKN has broken up the classes into two groups, with five classes covered in the first show and the final five in Part 2, including KA100 Master, X30 Master, KA100 Senior, X30 Senior and Pro Shifter. Rob Howden, David Cole and Nate Dean discuss these classes and more in this episode of the OutLap, presented by Trinity Karting Group.

The 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 the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The end of the 2022 season is upon us, and that means it is time to head to Vegas. The silver anniversary running of the Superkarts! USA SuperNationals is scheduled for November 16-20, outside the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. Over 500 entries will be competing for SuperSunday glory in the 10 categories offered for the 25th edition of the event. To help preview the event, EKN has broken up the classes into two groups, with five classes covered in the first show, including Micro Swift, Mini Swift, KA100 Junior, X30 Junior and Master Shifter. Rob Howden, David Cole and Nate Dean discuss these classes and more in this episode of the OutLap, presented by Parolin USA.

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. Episode 52 of ‘This Week In Karting’ closed out the month of October, recorded the afternoon of Halloween. David Cole and Nate Dean hopped back on the mic to discuss the latest news and topics surrounding the sport of karting, in this episode presented by MEGA Power. Among the topics include 2013 updates from United States Pro Kart Series, Cup Karts North America, and the return of the Southwest Regional Cup in addition to international talk.