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Ep 343Face2Face: EP62 – Keith Freber – Margay Racing

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.

Dec 28, 20221h 15m

Ep 342This Week In Karting: EP55 – December 15, 2022

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.

Dec 19, 202243 min

Ep 341This Week In Karting: EP54 – December 7, 2022

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.

Dec 9, 202259 min

Ep 340Face2Face: EP61 – Mike Burrell – ROK Cup 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. 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.

Dec 6, 202250 min

Ep 339This Week In Karting: EP53 – November 30, 2022

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.

Dec 2, 20221h 2m

Ep 338EKN Debrief: Episode 104 – Superkarts! USA SuperNationals 25

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.

Nov 30, 20222h 29m

Ep 337EKN OutLap: EP48 – Superkarts! USA SuperNationals 25 – Part 2

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.

Nov 17, 20221h 40m

Ep 336EKN OutLap: EP47 – Superkarts! USA SuperNationals 25 – Part 1

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.

Nov 9, 20221h 49m

Ep 335This Week In Karting: EP52 – October 31, 2022

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.

Nov 2, 202255 min

Ep 334This Week In Karting: EP51 – October 20, 2022

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 51st episode of ‘This Week In Karting’ was recorded on October 20, 2022 as Rob Howden rejoins the show to discuss alongside David Cole the latest topic and news bulletins surrounding the sport of karting in this show, presented by the Alan Rudolph Racing Academy. Items on the show include the merger of Nitro Kart and Ryan Perry Motorsport karting operations, Challenge of the Americas adding OK-N and ROK Shifter Junior classes for 2023, transfer of ownership for the Route 66 Sprint Series along with its 2023 schedule and more.

Oct 24, 202252 min

Ep 333Face2Face: EP60 – Andy Seesemann – Challenge of the Americas

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 60 of Face2Face brings back everyone's favorite guest to the show - Andy Seesemann - Challenge of the Americas series promoter. The 2023 season is the 16th year of the program, bringing in two new categories with the FIA-sanctioned OK-N class along with the new ROK Shifter Junior division. Rob Howden and David Cole present questions to Seesemann regarding these two categories and what is to come this winter at The Challenge - and welcome questions from the karting community during this LIVE show.

Oct 21, 202253 min

Ep 332This Week In Karting: EP50 – October 13, 2022

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 50 of ‘This Week In Karting’ covers the latest topics and news items related to the sport of karting in this show, presented by Hyperfuels. David Cole and Nate Dean discuss several topics, including the latest from Superkarts! USA regarding the SuperNationals 25 and the 2023 SKUSA Pro Tour, the CalSpeed Karting closure, updated to the Challenge of the Americas 2023 schedule and more.

Oct 17, 202251 min

Ep 331EKN Debrief: Episode 103 – Race Rotax US Trophy Final

The inaugural Race Rotax US Trophy Final was contested on the October 7-9 weekend at the New Castle Motorsports Park. A gathering of ‘Rotaxians’ from across the United States, Canada, and other Central and South American countries at the New Castle, Indiana facility provided the final Rotax event of the 2022 season, welcoming 78 drivers in five categories. Drivers were competing to complete the Trophy Series program, and award 12 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals tickets following the main events. Rob Howden and David Cole review the weekend in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Skip Barber Racing School. They cover the Parolin USA 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.

Oct 14, 20221h 8m

Ep 330EKN OutLap: EP46 – 2022 Race Rotax US Trophy Final

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. A new event has been established for the 2022 season, matching the best Rotaxians together for one final swing for a ticket to the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals in Portugal. The Race Rotax US Trophy Final is set for the New Castle Motorsports Park on October 7-9. Five MAX categories will compete for 12 different Rotax Grand Finals tickets on the line, along with becoming the first drivers to earn the US Trophy Final titles. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the weekend in this episode of the OutLap – presented by Racelab.

Oct 7, 202235 min

Ep 329EKN Debrief: Episode 102 – Cup Karts North America Grand Nationals 6

The sixth edition of the Cup Karts North America Grand Nationals were held on the September 30-October 2 weekend at the New Castle Motorsports Park. The New Castle, Indiana facility once again welcomed a record turnout of Briggs & Stratton 206 drivers from Canada and the USA with 385 entries in eight categories. The EKN trio of Rob Howden, David Cole and Nate Dean breakdown the action in this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Briggs & Stratton Racing. They cover the Acceleration Kart Racing Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Racelab. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by CRG Nordam completes the podcast.

Oct 6, 20221h 22m

Ep 328EKN OutLap: EP45 – Cup Karts North America Grand Nationals 6

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 Cup Karts North America Grand Nationals 6 presented by Nitro Kart is set to take place this weekend at the New Castle Motorsports Park. Over 300 Briggs & Stratton 206 drivers will converge on the New Castle, Indiana facility for the ‘Briggs & Stratton Runoffs’ style event. Eight categories utilizing the Briggs 206 engine platform will battle to determine who joins the record books for 2022. The EKN trio of Rob Howden, David Cole and Nate Dean preview the weekend in this episode of the OutLap – presented by Skip Barber Racing School.

Sep 30, 20221h 8m

Ep 327Hot Seat: EP6 – TJ Koyen – 09.16.2022

After three years, the Hot Seat is back on the EKN Radio Network. The show is taking a more casual approach to welcoming guests and the locations they are taped. After a busy 2022 season, the United States Pro Kart Series Heartland Grand Prix was the best stop to record the first show of the season. To make it a wide spectrum of topics, EKN Managing Editor David Cole sat down with the multi-talented TJ Koyen. The life-long karter, including major victories and championships over the last 15 years, Koyen is an industry member with Oktane Visual and Korsasport Karting Development. Oktane’s client list include NASCAR, IndyCar and all major forms of motorsports and many of those in the karting paddock sporting a lid painted by Koyen. His Korsasport business has been busy in 2022, working alongside Franklin Motorsports and based out of the Badger Kart Club facility. Cole and Koyen hit on a number of topics in this new episode of the Hot Seat.

Sep 28, 20221h 31m

Ep 326Face2Face: EP59 – Craig Finer – Racelab / KARTPLEX

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 59th episode of Face2Face welcomes Craig Finer of Racelab and KARTPLEX. The Canadian joins Rob Howden and David Cole to discuss the new distribution network for the TB Kart and JV Kart through Racelab in North America along with the progression of the KARTPLEX facility in Oliver, British Columbia.

Sep 27, 20221h 6m

Ep 325EKN Debrief: Episode 101 - 2022 United States Pro Kart Series Heartland Grand Prix

The 2022 season for the United States Pro Kart Series was completed on the September 15-18 weekend with the running of the Heartland Grand Prix at the New Castle Motorsports Park. The New Castle, Indiana facility hosted Rounds Seven and Eight to close out the championship chase for the seven IAME categories, welcoming nearly 250 entries. Rob Howden hosts with David Cole and Nate Dean providing insight into this episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Trinity Karting Group. They cover the Franklin Motorsports Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by CRG Nordam. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by OTK USA completes the podcast.

Sep 23, 20221h 32m

Ep 324This Week In Karting: EP49 – September 14, 2022

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 49th episode of ‘This Week In Karting’ provides the latest topics to cross the newsdesk over the recent days in this show, presented by the Alan Rudolph Racing Academy. David Cole and Nate Dean discuss several topics, including the SKUSA SuperNationals 25, 2023 schedule for Challenge of the Americas and Texas Sprint Racing Series, race report from Route 66 Sprint Series and the Lone Star Grand Prix, and more.

Sep 17, 20221h 8m

Ep 323EKN OutLap: EP44 - 2022 United States Pro Kart Series – Heartland Grand Prix

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 2022 season for the United States Pro Kart Series is set to wrap up this weekend with the fourth and final event of the year. The Heartland Grand Prix is schedule for the New Castle Motorsports Park in New Castle, Indiana with the two final rounds to be contested on the weekend, determining this year’s champions in the seven IAME categories. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the championship standings and who will battle for the podium spots this weekend in this episode of the OutLap – presented by Hyperfuels.

Sep 15, 202244 min

Ep 322EKN Debrief: Episode 100 - 2022 Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix

The 27th edition of the Rock Island Grand Prix was contested over the annual Labor Day weekend in Rock Island, Illinois. The popular street race was held on September 3-4, welcoming nearly 200 entries competing for the coveted Rock trophy, and three crowns, including the historic King of the Streets honor. David Cole and Rob Howden recap the weekend in this new episode of the EKN Debrief – presented by Comet Kart Sales. They cover the Acceleration Kart Racing Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by D.I.D Chain. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Parolin USA completes the podcast.

Sep 9, 20221h 24m

Ep 321EKN OutLap: EP43 - 2022 Rock Island Grand Prix

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 27th edition of the Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix is set to take place of the Labor Day weekend – September 3-4. The city of Rock Island, Illinois will welcome karters from all over North America to compete for two-days on the streets near the Mississippi River. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the fun on and off the track in the Quad Cities in this episode of the OutLap – presented by Briggs & Stratton Racing.

Sep 1, 20221h 4m

Ep 320This Week In Karting: EP48 – August 24, 2022

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 48 of ‘This Week In Karting’ provides the latest topics to cross the newsdesk over the recent days in this show, presented by Skip Barber Racing School. David Cole and Nate Dean discuss a number of topics, including the SKUSA SuperNationals 25, Rotax US Trophy Final, Rock Island Grand Prix, FIA KZ2 Masters World Cup, Racelab’s TB Kart expansion, and news from the Texas Sprint Racing and United States Pro Kart Series.

Aug 26, 202250 min

Ep 319Face2Face: EP58 – Alan Rudolph – Alan Rudolph Racing Academy

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 58 of Face2Face welcomes back a favorite guest in Alan Rudolph - owner of the Alan Rudolph Racing Academy at the Speedsportz Racing Park. EKN's Rob Howden and David Cole check in to see what is going on at ARRA along with discuss the upcoming event at the New Caney, Texas facility - the Lone Star Grand Prix on September 2-3 with $30,000 up for grabs.

Aug 25, 202239 min

Ep 318This Week In Karting: EP47 – August 16, 2022

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 47th episode of ‘This Week In Karting’ provides the latest topics to cross the newsdesk over the recent days in this show, presented by Racelab. The Superkarts! USA schedule for the 2023 season has been confirmed, along with a record breaking cash purse for the Senior categories at the SuperNationals 25. Rob Howden, David Cole, and Nate Dean discuss the new KA100 Master category at the Las Vegas spectacular, along with the Mazda Motorsports Shootout nominees and the expansion of the GFC dealer network.

Aug 18, 202256 min

Ep 317Face2Face: EP57 – Roger Ruthhart – Rock Island Grand Prix

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 57th episode of Face2Face welcomes back Roger Ruthhart of the Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix. The popular Labor Day street race is set to host the 27th edition over the September 3-4 weekend. Ruthhart joins EKN’s Rob Howden and David Cole to discuss this year’s event, including new and returning programs surrounding the world’s largest street race.

Aug 17, 202248 min

Ep 316EKN Debrief: Episode 99 - 2022 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour SummerNationals

The Superkarts! USA Pro Tour concluded the 2022 season with the 12th running of the SKUSA SummerNationals. The New Castle Motorsports Park was the site of the fifth and sixth rounds of the championship program with picture perfect weather at the New Castle, Indiana facility as eight categories completed their title chases on the July 29-31 weekend. Rob Howden and David Cole provide a full review of the event in this new episode of the EKN Debrief - thanks to Racelab. They cover the Comet Kart Sales Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Skip Barber Racing School. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Margay Racing completes the podcast.

Aug 5, 20221h 33m

Ep 315EKN Tent Talk: EP5 – PSL Karting / Birel ART – SKUSA Pro Tour SummerNationals

What better way for eKartingNews to introduce you to the industry and those competing in the sport then to go straight to them for a sit-down discussion. That is the goal of the 'EKN Tent Talk', the newest component of the EKN Trackside coverage program. EKN sets up shop with one of the teams in the paddock and welcomes guests under the tent. The return of the EKN Tent Talk marks Episode Five as we were welcomed into the PSL Karting tent – the North American distributor for the Birel ART product line during the Superkarts! USA Pro Tour SummerNationals. The final two rounds of the 2022 championship program were held at the New Castle Motorsports Park in New Castle, Indiana. EKN’s Rob Howden and David Cole sat down with drivers Jordon Musser and Jake French along with tuner/dealer Mark French.

Aug 4, 202236 min

Ep 314This Week In Karting: EP46 – July 27, 2022

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 46 of ‘This Week In Karting’ includes topics for the last week and other pieces of news over the course of the last month. Breaking news including the 2023 United States Pro Kart Series, update on the CKNA Canada program, insight into the Vegas events with SKUSA SuperNationals 25 and ROK Vegas, along with more topics and updates from Rob Howden and David Cole, all in this episode presented by Briggs & Stratton Racing.

Jul 29, 202256 min

Ep 313EKN OutLap: EP42 - 2022 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour SummerNationals

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 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour will close out the 2022 season with the 12th running of the SKUSA SummerNationals, scheduled for July 29-31 at the New Castle Motorsports Park. The New Castle, Indiana facility has hosted the event since 2015, with eight series champions to be crowned after two rounds of competition over the weekend. Rob Howden and David Cole preview Rounds Five and Six and the pre-entry lists in this episode of the OutLap – presented by Leading Edge Motorsports.

Jul 28, 202259 min

Ep 312Face2Face: EP56 – Justin Stefani – Race Rotax

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 56 of Face2Face welcomed Justin Stefani of Race Rotax. The Rotax brand has been a part of the United States karting scene for many decades, including the Rotax Max Challenge program at the beginning of the 2000’s. With the engine platform under the eyes and guidance of J3 Competition, their focus has been on the grassroots level, while building up regional programs with the US Trophy Series West and East programs now into their second year. New for 2022 is the US Trophy Final event, scheduled for October at New Castle Motorsports Park in Indiana. He provides insight on all this with EKN’s Rob Howden and David Cole.

Jul 25, 202253 min

Ep 311This Week In Karting: EP45 – July 19, 2022

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 45th episode of ‘This Week In Karting’ provide a wide range of topic in this show presented by Hyperfuels. The actions following the Superkarts! USA SpringNationals were discussed along with updates regarding Labor Day weekend events – the Lone Star Grand Prix and the Rock Island Grand Prix. Silly season continues with David Cole and EKN Editorial Assistant Nate Dean providing their insight and thoughts on all those topics in this show.

Jul 21, 20221h 2m

Ep 310EKN Debrief: Episode 98 - 2022 United States Pro Kart Series – Badger State Grand Prix

The second half of the United States Pro Kart Series went into the books on the weekend, with the Badger State Grand Prix contested from the Briggs & Stratton Motorplex at Road America. Perfect weather surrounded the Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin facility – known as ‘America’s National Park of Speed’ – with Rounds Five and Six of the IAME championship program completed over the July 7-10 weekend. David Cole and Rob Howden provide a full review of the event in this new episode of the EKN Debrief - thanks to OTK USA. They cover the MG Tires Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by D.I.D Chain. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Margay Racing completes the podcast.

Jul 14, 20221h 20m

Ep 309EKN OutLap: EP41 - 2022 United States Pro Kart Series – Road America

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 halfway point to the 2022 United States Pro Kart Series is here, as we dive into the second half of the season with a third straight trip to the Briggs & Stratton Motorplex at Road America over the July 7-10 weekend. The Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin facility sits within the historic 4-mile road course, making it a hidden gem for the sport of karting in North America. Rounds Five and Six will be contested on the weekend as Rob Howden and David Cole preview the event and the pre-entry lists in this episode of the OutLap – presented by the Alan Rudolph Racing Academy.

Jul 7, 202256 min

Ep 308EKN Debrief: Episode 97 - 2022 California ROK Championship – PARC

A special one-off, winner take all event was held for the 2022 California ROK Championship program at the Pat’s Acres Racing Complex in Canby, Oregon. ROKkers traveled to the historic 6/10-mile course on the June 24-26 weekend for three days of battle to claim the ROK Vegas tickets and prizes up for grabs. Rob Howden and David Cole provide a full review of the event in this new episode of the EKN Debrief - thanks to Comet Kart Sales. They cover the Parolin USA Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Skip Barber Racing School. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Franklin Motorsport completes the podcast.

Jul 1, 20221h 9m

Ep 307EKN OutLap: EP40 - 2022 California ROK Championship

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. A winner-take-all, one-off event will fill up the 2022 California ROK Championship program with a three-day event scheduled for June 24-26 at the Pat’s Acres Racing Complex. The unique race at the Canby, Oregon is set to provide ROK Vegas prizes to the top-three finishers on the weekend. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the event and the pre-entry lists in this episode of the OutLap – presented by D.I.D Chain.

Jun 24, 202255 min

Ep 306EKN Debrief: Episode 96 - 2022 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour SpringNationals

The midway point of the 2022 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour has been reached with the 12th running of the SKUSA SpringNationals presented by ASPEN Fuels USA, held at the Utah Motorsports Campus on June 9-12. The Erda, Utah facility welcomed the series for a fourth time, third to host the SpringNationals in the last four years. Nine categories contested Round Three and Four of the 2022 championship program with warmer temperatures making it for a challenge weekend both on and off the track. David Cole and Rob Howden provide a full review of the event in this new episode of the EKN Debrief - thanks to Alan Rudolph Racing Academy. They cover the Trinity Karting Group Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Parolin USA. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by CRG Nordam completes the podcast.

Jun 17, 20221h 32m

Ep 305EKN OutLap: EP39 - 2022 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour SpringNationals

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 of the 2022 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour is reached this weekend as the SKUSA SpringNationals will be contested at the Utah Motorsports Campus. The Erda, Utah facility will host the series for a fourth time with the championship chase for the 13th season of the program will contest Round Three and Four on the weekend. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the event and the pre-entry lists in this episode of the OutLap – presented by Leading Edge Motorsports.

Jun 9, 20221h 17m

Ep 304This Week In Karting: EP44 – June 1, 2022

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 44 of ‘This Week In Karting’ is a wide range of topics in this show presented by Skip Barber Racing School. In addition to some mid-year ‘Silly Season’ with drivers finding new homes, Rob Howden and David Cole welcome new staff member Nate Dean to HMG. The show also includes breaking news for the California ROK Championship, updates from the Rock Island Grand Prix and more details about new facilities for karting.

Jun 3, 20221h 1m

Ep 303Face2Face: EP55 - Andy Seesemann - California ROK Championship

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. It is a return appearance in Episode 55 of Face2Face with the California ROK Championship the topic of the show. Series promoter Andy Seesemann joins the program to discuss the June 24-26 weekend at the Pat’s Acres Racing Complex in Canby, Oregon. Rob Howden and David Cole - who host the show and will be providing EKN Live coverage of the event - discuss the outlook of the summer festival weekend with Seesemann and the upcoming changes to his Full Throttle Karting operation that handles the west coast distribution of ROK and LeVanto products.

May 26, 202255 min

Ep 302Face2Face: EP54 - Quincy Grand Prix

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 54 of Face2Face gives the karting community a chance to learn about one of the most unique and historical events in the sport - the Quincy Grand Prix. The 2022 edition is scheduled for June 11-12 at the South Park in Quincy, Illinois. Event promoter Terry Traeder gives us the latest on the event, along with Margay Racing’s Keith Freber to provide us insight into the past and present of the event. Rob Howden and David Cole also welcome 2021 winners Devon Smith-Harden and Jeremiah Davis to provide more insight into way winning at the Quincy Grand Prix is so special.

May 24, 202257 min

Ep 301This Week In Karting: EP43 - May 17, 2022

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 as Rob Howden and David Cole discuss the latest topics from the sport of karting in Episode 43, presented by Briggs & Stratton Racing. This episode includes discussion regarding the Superkarts! USA SuperNationals 25, the format changes to the United States Pro Kart Series. New from the Quincy Grand Prix and Comet Kart Sales along with the chassis partners for the 2022 Rotax Grand Finals and more.

May 23, 20221h 9m

Ep 300Face2Face: EP53 - NorthWest Karting Association

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 53rd episode of Face2Face takes us to the Pacific Northwest as we welcome the NorthWest Karting Association. The organization promotes the Padholder Super Cup Series for sprint and road racing programs. Their welcoming near record numbers to begin the 2022 season at the Tri City Kart Club in Washington, and preparing for another large event in McMinnville, Oregon. NWKA President Michael Schorn joins the show to discuss the programs and we welcome race winners Boden Barnwell and Rusty Lingle.

May 12, 202256 min

Ep 299EKN Debrief: Episode 95 - 2022 United States Pro Kart Series - Carolina Grand Prix

The first half of the 2022 United States Pro Kart Series is in the books with Rounds Three and Four of the championship program contested at the Carolina Grand Prix on April 28-May 1. The GoPro Motorplex in Mooresville, North Carolina welcomed over 300 entries in the seven IAME categories with picture perfect weather over the weekend. David Cole and Rob Howden provide a full review of the event in this new episode of the EKN Debrief - thanks to Trinity Karting Group. They cover the Acceleration Kart Racing Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Comet Kart Sales. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Margay Racing completes the podcast.

May 6, 20221h 27m

Ep 298EKN OutLap: EP38 - 2022 United States Pro Kart Series Carolina Grand Prix

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 2022 United States Pro Kart Series championship takes another record-setting field to the GoPro Motorplex for the Carolina Grand Prix. The Mooresville, North Carolina facility is the unofficial home to series, completing its 10th season. Rounds Three and Four will feature over 300 entries once again, the largest at the GoPro facility, in the seven IAME categories. David Cole and Rob Howden preview the weekend in this episode of the OutLap, presented by Parolin USA.

Apr 28, 20221h 5m

Ep 297Face2Face: EP52 - Cup Karts North America - CKNA Canada

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 52 of Face2Face reaches both the USA and Canada with the recent expansion of the Cup Karts North America. The CKNA organization began in the Midwest, and now holds a North Division and South Division. For the 2022 season, a CKNA Canada Division will make its debut with two events north of the border. CKNA’s Greg Jasperson and CKNA Canada Division’s Gerald Caseley join Rob Howden and David Cole to discuss the new program.

Apr 18, 202255 min

Ep 296EKN OutLap: EP37 - 2022 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour WinterNationals

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. This weekend marks the beginning of the 13th season for the Superkarts! USA Pro Tour as the program hosts the 2022 SKUSA WinterNationals at the NOLA Motorsports Park. The March 31-April 3 event at the Avondale, Louisiana facility is the fifth edition of the WinterNats, welcoming its largest entry total in the nine categories competing. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the weekend in this episode of the OutLap, presented by the Alan Rudolph Racing Academy.

Apr 1, 20221h 19m

Ep 295EKN Debrief: Episode 94 - 2022 Challenge of the Americas - Sonoma

The 15th season for Challenge of the Americas closed out over the March 25-27 weekend at the Sonoma Raceway. The 2022 series finale hosted Rounds Five and Six at the Sonoma, California facility, crowning this year’s champions with tickets to the ROK Cup Superfinal and ROK Vegas events on the line. Rob Howden and David Cole provide a full review of the Challenge finale in this new episode of the EKN Debrief - thanks to Skip Barber Racing School. They cover the Comet Kart Sales Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by CRG Nordam. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Briggs & Stratton Racing completes the podcast.

Mar 31, 20221h 23m

Ep 294EKN Tent Talk: EP4 - Ron White Racing / CRG Nordam - Challenge of the Americas - Sonoma

What better way for eKartingNews to introduce you to the industry and those competing in the sport then to go straight to them for a sit-down discussion. That is the goal of the 'EKN Tent Talk', the newest component of the EKN Trackside coverage program. EKN sets up shop with one of the teams in the paddock and welcomes guests under the tent. Episode Four of the EKN Tent Talk ventured into the home of Ron White Racing, the west coast CRG Nordam dealer and race team during the finale weekend for Challenge of the Americas. The final two rounds of the 2022 championship were held at the Sonoma Raceway, the unofficial home of RWR. EKN’s Rob Howden and David Cole sat down with owner and racer Ron White, including Masters driver Kevin Woods and Senior pilot Ryan Martin.

Mar 30, 202232 min