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The social distancing movement is underway, and during this time for the absence of racing, eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. The 10th episode of the live show brings back Andy Seesemann. The promoter for Challenge of the Americas and California ROK Championship provides us some details of the closure for the winter program and the upcoming start to the summer series.

The social distancing movement is underway, and during this time for the absence of racing, eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Episode nine goes international as we connect with the Bermuda Karting Club. Scott ‘Skitchy’ Barnes is a longtime member and board of director, including a racer here in the USA. He and David Barbosa of CRG Bermuda Rental Karts join us to talk about karting on the Atlantic island and how racing there is a great karting destination.

The social distancing movement is underway, and during this time for the absence of racing, eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. The eighth episode of Face2Face welcomes Justin Stefani of J3 Competition / Race Rotax and Steven Chapman of BRP-Rotax. We discuss the current state of Rotax here in the United States and around the world, including the new MY-20 for Mini and Micro, along with the upcoming US Rotax Grand Nationals and the 2020 Rotax Grand Finals in Bahrain.

The social distancing movement is underway, and during this time for the absence of racing, eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. This episode helps to introduce the new face of Briggs & Stratton Racing, as we welcome Dan Roche to the show. We discuss his history in the sport of karting and what the future holds for the grassroots movement with the 206 powerplant.

The social distancing movement is underway, and during this time for the absence of racing, eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. A special guest joined Rob Howden for the sixth episode, America’s Funniest Home Videos host Alfonso Ribeiro. The longtime actor spent a handful of years karting at the top level of the sport. The two discuss his time racing against some of the best at the time, including fellow actors Sean Patrick Flannery and Mark Paul Gosselaar.

The social distancing movement is underway, and during this time for the absence of racing, eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Episode five talks about a new chassis to the market - Will Power Kart. The chassis has come together quickly the idea was crafted at the end of 2019, with MPG Motorsports’ Billy Vincent and IndyCar champion Will Power. The two join the show to discuss their paths in karting, how the idea came together and the future of Will Power Kart.

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 sixth episode of 2020 continued a similar theme since March. The duo of Rob Howden and David Cole discuss the status of karting surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic in episode 22 of the program. Updates on schedules and other industry news in this episode is presented by Acceleration Kart Racing.

The social distancing movement is underway, and during this time for the absence of racing, eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. The fourth episode welcomes kart track managers/owners to discuss the recent updates regarding the COVID-19 status in their areas. Mike Adams at New Castle Motorsports Park, Donald Durbin Jr. from Prairie City Kart Track and Bret Spaude of Bushnell Motorsports Park join the show to discuss the procedures, options and outlook of opening the tracks to the public.

The social distancing movement is underway, and during this time for the absence of racing, eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Episode three welcomes USAC Karting to discuss the Battle at the Brickyard held this July at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, along with the Elkhart Riverwalk Grand Prix in August. Joining us was Director of Operations Mike Burrell, Head Starter Jason Burgess and Race Director Rick Fulks.

The social distancing movement is underway, and during this time for the absence of racing, eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. The second episode brings in three guests, discussing the grassroots level of the sport and the great Ignite Karting program through Margay Racing. Owner Keith Freber, Alan Bertagnoli of Kart Circuit Autobahn, and Tim Hannen from Oakland Valley Race Park.

The social distancing movement is underway, and during this time for the absence of racing, eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network - Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. The debut of the Face2Face features Alan Rudolph of the Alan Rudolph Racing Academy at Speedsportz Racing Park in New Caney, Texas.

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 a mix of news surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and general ‘some good news’ regarding our sport. The 21st episode with Rob Howden and David Cole discuss the latest events and series news regarding the impact of the virus and the Stay at Home movement to help limit the spread and to keep everyone safe. This episode is presented by Briggs & Stratton Racing.

The newest podcast to hit the EKN Radio Network airwaves is ‘Book It’ - in conversation with Rob Howden. The EKN Publisher and longtime announcer turns on the mic for a raw, open book discussion with industry veteran and Superkarts! USA Hall of Famer Greg Bell. The Leading Edge Motorsports owner has been a focal point at national and regional karting in northern California, working with countless drivers over three decades. Howden digs into the roots of Bell’s passion for the sport and how to thrive in an ever-changing industry.

The roots of karting are based here in the United States, and our passion for the sport has continued for many decades. Manufacturers here in the USA have come and gone, but one name remains from the past. Margay Racing has decades of history in the sport, and been a pioneer in development and the sport as a whole, adding in the latest expansion with Hoosier Kartsport under the company banner. The Ignite Karting program based around the Briggs 206 engine is exploding throughout the country, helping to bring new racers and old karters to the race track. Owner Keith Freber was one of the first in the industry to address the COVID-19 with a great video on social media, and launch the #SupportKarting campaign. EKN’s Rob Howden talks with Freber about our current state-of-the-sport and of course great topics from the past and present.

One of the longest supporting companies of eKartingNews.com has been Acceleration Kart Racing. Based out of Las Vegas, Nevada, AKR was one of the first pioneer online stores for the sport of karting. Now over 15 years later, ShopAKR.com remains one of the leading stores for karts and parts. AKR is not only a leader in the industry, but a large supporter of events and racers with sponsorship and free product. EKN’s Rob Howden talked with founder Curtis Cooksey about the past, present and future of 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. The 20th episode of This Week In Karting comes at an unprecedented time for us in the sport and for the entire world with the COVID-19 pandemic. Rob Howden and David Cole discuss the latest impact the virus has on the sport of karting and how to look at the positives with our sport at this time. The two also talk about the latest topics and news items that came between now and the last episode. This episode is presented by Briggs & Stratton Racing.

The EKN Trackside Live program visits multiple events throughout the karting season. Leading up to major events on the calendar, EKN is happy to launch a new show as part of the EKN Radio Network. The EKN OutLap is a preview podcast show, geared at providing you the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. This weekend begins the 11th season of the Superkarts! USA Pro Tour with the fourth edition of the WinterNationals. The NOLA Motorsports facility in Avondale, LA welcomes racers for a third time in series history, hosting Rounds One and Two of the 2020 championship chase. This episode of the EKN OutLap - presented by Acceleration Kart Racing - has Rob Howden and David Cole preview the 12 categories competing in the ‘Big Easy’!

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 for March 5 takes in topics and new items from the last three weeks. Rob Howden and David Cole discuss more schedules and events confirmed for the 2020 season along with industry updates within the sport in this episode of TWIK presented by Kart Republic.

The halfway point of the 2020 ROK Cup USA Challenge of the Americas was reached on the February 21-23 weekend at the CalSpeed Karting facility. Rounds Three and Four were contested at the Fontana, California circuit. Weather and incident delays played a big factor into the weekend, while a handful of drivers set themselves up for a run at the titles. Rob Howden and David Cole breakdown the weekend in this new episode of the ‘EKN Debrief’ - thanks to Acceleration Kart Racing. They cover the Stilo USA Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Road to Indy. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Streeter Super Stands completes the podcast.

Things are ROKKIN from coast-to-coast thus far in 2020. ROK Cup USA continues to expand its growth in the United States and North America with their ROK engine platform, international programs and local support of tracks in the west and in the east. Garett Potter of ROK Cup USA visited the CalSpeed Karting facility during the Challenge of the Americas event on February 21-23. Potter was put on the ‘hot seat’, joining Rob Howden and David Cole in the announcers booth for the new episode of the Industry Insider. The Florida Winter Tour finale, the 2020 ROK Fest events and the future of the karting are among the topics hit on during the discussion.

The EKN Trackside Live program visits multiple events throughout the karting season. Leading up to major events on the calendar, EKN is happy to launch a new show as part of the EKN Radio Network. The EKN OutLap is a preview podcast show, geared at providing you the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The ROK Cup USA Challenge of the Americas is hosting their middle event of the 2020 season, which is the focus of the seventh episode of the EKN OutLap - presented by Leading Edge Motorsports. Rounds Three and Four are scheduled for the CalSpeed Karting facility on February 22-23, reaching the halfway point of the premier winter series on the left coast. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the 10 categories competing in Fontana, California.

The 2020 Superkarts! USA Winter Series concluded during the February 7-9 weekend at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex presented by MG Tires. EKN was trackside throughout the weekend, covering the third and fourth rounds of the program in sunny southern Florida. The 2020 champions were decided after two days of tough, and hard-fought competition. Rob Howden and David Cole breakdown the weekend and who was crown champion in this new episode of the ‘EKN Debrief’ - thanks to MG Tires USA. They cover the Briggs & Stratton Racing Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Margay Racing. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Alan Rudolph Racing Academy 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 two of the 2020 calendar year for This Week In Karting picks up from the last show in January, mapping out a number of updates and schedules for programs not yet started in the new year. Rob Howden and David Cole discuss a number of topics and news stories to hit the EKN page and social media in this episode of TWIK presented by MG Tires USA.

Grassroots racing has become a focal point of EKN for the last number of years, as the sport’s path to success is reaching the masses at the local level. The spark surrounding the industry around the club and entry level events have also triggered bringing the sport to the people - including street races. One of the most historic of the sport here in the United States is the Quincy Grand Prix. What began in 1970, the rejuvenated race through Quincy, Illinois’ South Park is set for a third edition under the helm of karting hall of famer Terry Traeder. The karting legends talks with EKN’s Rob Howden in this edition of the Industry Insider to discuss the June 13-14 event, which will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first Quincy 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 launch a new show as part of the EKN Radio Network. The EKN OutLap is a preview podcast show, geared at providing you the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The sixth episode of the EKN OutLap - presented by MG Tires USA - takes a look at the finale for the 2020 Superkarts! USA Winter Series. The program concludes with a second event at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex presented by MG Tires in southern Florida on February 7-9 as the 12 categories complete the four-round championship chase. Rob Howden and David Cole review the opening event and what to watch for heading into the championship weekend.

The EKN Trackside Live program traveled west for its second event of the season, covering the ROK Cup USA Challenge of the Americas program. The premier winter series on the left coast began its 13th season by welcoming over 100 entries to the Musselman Honda Circuit in Tucson, Arizona on January 24-26. It was a picture perfect weekend that saw great racing as usual around the 7/10-mile circuit. Rob Howden and David Cole discuss the action in this new episode of the ‘EKN Debrief’ - thanks to Leading Edge Motorsports. They cover the Stilo USA Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Rolison Performance Group. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by PSL Karting 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 launch a new show as part of the EKN Radio Network. The EKN OutLap is a preview podcast show, geared at providing you the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. Episode five of the EKN OutLap - presented by Atlanta Motorsports Park - previews the 2020 opener for the ROK Cup USA Challenge of the Americas. Rob Howden and David Cole talk about the event scheduled for January 24-26 at the Musselman Honda Circuit in Tucson, Arizona. A total of 10 categories will compete at the premier winter series on the left coast to kick off the major schedule for the western half of North America.

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 first episode of 2020 for This Week In Karting covers roughly four weeks of news. The last few weeks of 2019 and the first couple of this new year saw a ton of information come across the news desk and social media. Rob Howden and David Cole discuss those items in this episode of TWIK.

The calendar has turned over to 2020, and so begins a new decade. The first event on the calendar was the Superkarts! USA Winter Series, held at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex presented by MG Tires. in southern Florida. Over 240 entries competed in the two rounds of racing around the 7/10-mile course, setting the stage for the upcoming season. Rob Howden and David Cole discuss the action in this new episode of the ‘EKN Debrief’ - thanks to Alan Rudolph Racing Academy. They cover the Briggs & Stratton Racing Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Franklin Motorsports. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Leading Edge 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 launch a new show as part of the EKN Radio Network. The EKN OutLap is a preview podcast show, geared at providing you the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The fourth episode of the EKN OutLap - presented by Acceleration Kart Racing - is the first of 2020. Rob Howden and David Cole preview the Superkarts! USA Winter Series opener at the AMR Motorplex in Homestead, Florida. The two round weekend is the first event on the 2020 calendar year, as racers in IAME Swift, KA100, X30, SSE and Margay Ignite competition begin their season of racing. The two karting gurus discuss the event and look at the 13 categories set to battle in the southern tip of Florida.

The EKN Trackside Live program visits multiple events throughout the karting season. Leading up to major events on the calendar, EKN is happy to launch a new show as part of the EKN Radio Network. The EKN OutLap is a preview podcast show, geared at providing you the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The 45th anniversary of the World Karting Association Daytona KartWeek is upon us. In 1974, karts hit the World Center of Racing - the Daytona International Speedway - for the first edition of the annual event between Christmas and New Year’s Eve. This year, three events - including the Manufacturers Cup Series, Road Racing and Dirt World Championships - will take place in Daytona Beach, Florida from December 27-30. Rob Howden and David Cole discuss the event in Episode 3 of the OutLap - presented by Briggs & Stratton. They talk about the history of KartWeek, all three events for 2019, look back at their personal memories of Daytona, and Howden interviews WKA President Kevin Williams and Rick Fulks.

It has been just over a year since the launch of the GFC chassis brand, led by American karting star Gary Carlton. The NorCal native has traveled all over the globe competing at the international level before hanging up the helmet at the end of 2017. Carlton wanted to continue to live his passion, and thus the GFC brand was born. It has blossomed into a full race team and driver development program, set for further expansion throughout the United States in 2020. EKN’s Rob Howden spoke with Carlton about the past, present and future of GFC.

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. Back in the office after the SKUSA SuperNationals and Thanksgiving break, the EKN duo is back grinding away as we turn the page on 2019 and head into 2020. Rob Howden and David Cole collect all the news since the last show at the end of October, bringing you a month’s full of news and notes from the karting industry.

The 2020 season is just around the corner, and thus the winter programs are less than a month away from hitting the track. Challenge of the Americas is set to enter its 13th season, the third under the ROK Cup USA banner. Series promoter Andy Seesemann is always a favorite to have on the EKN Radio Network, and Rob Howden was able to catch him for a great conversation. The two discussed the growth of the program and what’s in store for the 2020 Challenge!

The 2019 season has come to a close with the biggest event of the year, the Superkarts! USA SuperNationals 23. Just over 500 entries converged on the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, competing with the Las Vegas Strip in the background. A total of 12 drivers etched their names in the record books as winners from SuperSunday, with many different stories unfolding throughout the week to remember. Rob Howden and David Cole discuss the action in this new episode of the ‘EKN Debrief’ - thanks to Alan Rudolph Racing Academy. They cover the CompKart Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Acceleration Kart Racing. 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 launch a new show as part of the EKN Radio Network. The EKN OutLap is a preview podcast show, geared at providing you the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The 23rd edition of the SKUSA SuperNationals is the perfect time to debut the new EKN OutLap. Rob Howden and David Cole break down the 10 race groups and 12 categories competing outside the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, held on November 20-24. Episode 2 - presented by CompKart - begins where Part 1 left off of the two-part preview of SuperNats23. The classes covered include G1, G2, X30 Master, KZ, Pro Shifter, Pro Shifter 2 and X30 Senior.

The EKN Trackside Live program visits multiple events throughout the karting season. Leading up to major events on the calendar, EKN is happy to launch a new show as part of the EKN Radio Network. The EKN OutLap is a preview podcast show, geared at providing you the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going into the weekend. The 23rd edition of the SKUSA SuperNationals is the perfect time to debut the new EKN OutLap. Rob Howden and David Cole break down the 10 race groups and 12 categories competing outside the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, held on November 20-24. Episode 1 - presented by Alan Rudolph Racing Academy - is Part 1 of a two-part preview of SuperNats23, covering the Micro Swift, Mini Swift, KA100 Junior, X30 Junior and KA100 Senior divisions.

Following the Halloween celebration on October 31, EKN Managing Editor David Cole traveled to Las Vegas to catch the final two days of the ROK Cup USA ROK the RIO event outside the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. A record number of Rokkers converged for the second annual event, with entry totals surpassing the 300 mark for the 10 categories competing. Rob Howden joins Cole in the newest episode of the ‘EKN Debrief’ - thanks to ROK Cup USA - as they discuss what unfolded in Vegas. They cover the Stilo USA Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by PSL Karting. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Streeter Super Stands 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 EKN duo is back for another episode, breaking down the latest topics in the sport of karting. Rob Howden and David Cole host Episode 15 to discuss a number of 2020 announcements, silly season to close out 2019 and begin the new season, and dealers for a growing chassis brand.

The once a year type event for the Briggs & Stratton drivers in North America took place on October 4-6 at the New Castle Motorsports Park. Cup Karts North America hosted their Grand Nationals 3 in New Castle, Indiana in what can be closely related to the SCCA Runoffs. A record turnout of 281 drivers in eight categories - all with Briggs 206 powerplants - took part to decide this year’s champions. In addition to racing at the event, Rob Howden and David Cole break down this edition of the ‘EKN Debrief’ - thanks to Briggs & Stratton. They cover the Margay Racing Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by CompKart. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Precision Karting Technologies completes the podcast.

The 11th edition of the Streets of Lancaster Grand Prix was held at the end of September in the city roads of the southern California downtown district. The Superkarts! USA California ProKart Challenge calls the event their series finale, competing on the quick circuit for two days to decide this year’s winners and series champions. Rob Howden leads the break down of the event with David Cole in this edition of the ‘EKN Debrief’ - thanks to CompKart. They cover the Rolison Performance Group Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Alan Rudolph Racing Academy. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by CRG Nordam 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. Rob Howden and David Cole host Episode 14 to discuss a number of topics. More information regarding the 2020 season with industry notes, event updates and silly season continues as we close out 2019.

One of the breakthrough drivers of the 2019 season has been Race Liberante. The California native now calling Pennsylvania home has retriggered his role behind the wheel. A former SKUSA SuperNationals podium finisher, Liberante stepped away from the sport to focus on stock car racing. The last few years, Liberante has been sliding back into karting, working with a number of teams and drivers. In 2019, Race went full-time as a driver, taking on the SKUSA Pro Tour in Pro Shifter 2. Four wins locked up the title for the CompKart driver. Add in wins at the USAC Karting Battle at the Brickyard and the Rock Island Grand Prix King of the Streets. He talks with EKN Publisher Rob Howden about the successful return to karting, along with what the future holds.

The Texas ProKart Challenge closed out its season with the third event 2019. The Superkarts! USA regional program held Rounds Five and Six at the Speedsportz Racing Park in New Caney, Texas on September 13-15, deciding this year’s series champions and guaranteed SuperSunday starters at the SKUSA SuperNationals 23 in Las Vegas. Rob Howden leads the break down of the event with David Cole in this edition of the ‘EKN Debrief’ - thanks to Acceleration Kart Racing. They cover the Cometic Gaskets Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by Streeter Super Stands. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by Comet Racing Engines completes the podcast.

The ‘Operation Grassroots’ is a podcast geared solely on the foundation of the sport. The hub of the show will be discussion centered on the grassroots level of karting, from club racing to regional racing, all focused around the Briggs & Stratton 206 engine platform. Our #OperationGrassroots movement has been based around the Briggs powerplant, with the ultimate goals of bringing new people into the sport and igniting the spark of former racers to come back into what is the most economical form of karting. The 2019 season for the Cup Karts North America Champions Cup program closed out in August following one of its most successful years to date. The large travel series in the Midwest is now set to host the largest 4-Cycle event in North America, with the CKNA Grand Nationals 3 at the New Castle Motorsports Park. Drivers from all over the continent are traveling to central Indiana for what should be a record-breaking event. EKN’s Rob Howden spoke with Greg Jasperson of CKNA to discuss the Champions Cup program and the upcoming Grand Nationals 3 in this edition of the ‘Operation Grassroots’ powered by Briggs & Stratton Racing.

One of the longest running events in North American karting is the Rock Island Grand Prix. The world-famous street race in Rock Island, Illinois hosted the 25th edition on August 31-September 1 with racers from all over converging on the Quad Cities area for fun on and off the track. Two action-packed days fill up this edition of the ‘EKN Debrief’ - thanks to Croc Promotion USA. David Cole leads the break down of the event with host Rob Howden, as they cover the Kart Republic Paddock Pass, followed by the Race Report presented by PSL Karting. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by the Nitro Kart 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 13 with Rob Howden and David Cole discuss a number of topics in this one hour, 30 minutes show. Industry notes along with more news regarding the 2020 season, and events set to close out 2019.

One of the most iconic names in the sport of karting is International Kart Federation. The sanctioning body dates back to the early years of the sport, created in the state of California and oversaw much of the sport in North America from the 60s until present. EKN’s Rob Howden sat down with Neal Strickland to discuss the upcoming IKF Sprint GrandNationals, set for the Pat’s Acres Racing Complex in Canby, Oregon.

Team USA for the upcoming Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals is set, thanks to the third #RaceRotax event of the season with J3 Competition hosting the Stars & Stripes Open event at Pittsburgh International Race Complex. Justin Stefani of J3 joins EKN’s Rob Howden to discuss Team USA, heading to the 20th edition of the event, set for Sarno, Italy in October. They also discuss the growth of Rotax racing over the past season and what the future holds for local and regional racing.

The third and final event of the Superkarts! USA Pro Tour took place on the August 9-11 weekend at the New Castle Motorsports Park. The 10th edition of the SummerNationals welcomed a near-record paddock to the New Castle, Indiana facility with the 12 different championships decided after Rounds Five and Six were contested. Rob Howden and David Cole break down the event in the latest edition of the ‘EKN Debreif’ - thanks to Franklin Motorsports. The MG Tires Paddock Pass is followed by the Race Report presented by Trinity Karting Group. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by the Road to Indy completes the podcast.