WKA Confirms ROK Cup USA Prize Package for Mid-Season Championship

“A host of awards for Vortex ROK competitors at the 2020 WKA Manufacturers Cup”

December 26, 2019 – Continuing to roll out their 2020 prize package, the World Karting Association (WKA) Manufacturers Cup staff has confirmed their Mid-Season Shootout prize package for Vortex ROK competitors. With ROK Cup Superfinal invites and 2021 Florida Winter Tour entry packages on the docket, ROK Cup USA will also award complete engine packages in a raffle type format for the top five finishers in the end of the year championship battle.

“Our partnership with ROK Cup USA is all about rewarding our competitors all while continuing to grow and promote the Vortex product line,” explained WKA President Kevin Williams. “With entry packages for both ROK the RIO and the Florida Winter Tour, competitors will also have a chance to be awarded a Vortex ROK engine package. The season starts this week!”

The competitors gaining the most cumulative points in Mini ROK, Junior ROK, Senior ROK and ROK Shifter after the Orlando, Florida, Charlotte North Carolina and New Castle, Indiana events will receive a ROK Cup Superfinal invitations.

*Class must average ten entries to receive ROK Cup Superfinal tickets. If class does not average ten entries, ROK Cup Superfinal tickets will be replaced with 2020 ROK the RIO entry package.

The competitors gaining the most cumulative points in Micro ROK, Junior 100cc, Senior 100cc and ROK Masters after the Orlando, Florida, Charlotte North Carolina and New Castle, Indiana events will receive a 2020 ROK the RIO entry package. The competitor in the 206 Cadet gaining the most cumulative points after the Orlando, Florida, Charlotte North Carolina and New Castle, Indiana events will receive a free Vortex ROK engine rental at the 2020 ROK the RIO.

Additionally, WKA has also confirmed that all year end champions will receive 2021 a Florida Winter Tour prize package with details to be announced at a later date. All Vortex ROK class competitors that finish in the top five in series points will have their name entered in a draft for one free engine per class

Williams continued, “We are happy that the start of a new karting season is now upon us and look forward to growth as we continue to evolve with the karting industry.”

The 45th annual WKA Daytona Kart Week will commence with load in on December 27th with on track action beginning on December 28th. Please note that the Vortex Engines/Parts truck will be on site providing sales while ROK Cup USA will be on site to provide support and service.

For more information on the World Karting Association Manufacturers Cup, please contact WKA at info@worldkarting.com or www.worldkarting.com.

For more information on ROK Cup USA, ROK Cup Promotions and the 2020 ROK Cup USA program, please contact ROK Cup USA at (407) 476-5635 or info@rokcupusa.com or email Garett Potter at garett@rokcupusa.com.

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The Passing of WKA Hall of Famer, Bill Miller

CONCORD, NC - On behalf of everyone at the World Karting Association, we would like to send our condolences to both the Miller family and the karting community regarding the passing of WKA Hall of Famer, Bill Miller.  Bill will be greatly missed in the karting world, as he has been a member of WKA since its creation, when he was only 12 years old. 

The Miller family has given us permission to share his obituary with our members.  To read Bill Miller's obituary, click the link below.

In Memorium

WKA and ROK Cup Promotions Announce ROK Engine Promotion Program and Prize Packages

“Engine promotions expire February 29th as 2020 season is on the horizon”

 
November 17, 2019 – With the addition of the Vortex ROK engine platform and ROK Cup USA classes at the World Karting Association (WKA) Manufacturers Cup program in 2020, WKA and ROK Cup Promotions are excited to announce a Vortex ROK Engine Promotion Program and Prize Package. Structured to entice Vortex ROK powered competitors, promotional pricing will be offered until February 29th, 2020 as a host of prizes are added to the WKA Manufacturers Cup program.
 
“It is an exciting time for us at WKA, and we are looking forward to our first event of the 2020 season in just over six weeks,” explains President Kevin Williams. “The growth of the ROK program in the United States has been substantial over the past few seasons and that was apparent at the recent ROK the RIO event in Las Vegas. With the additional of several ROK classes and the ROK engine platform to the Manufacturers Cup series, we have also been able to add a lucrative prize fund to go along with an extremely discounted engine pricing promotion.”
 
With a new season just around the corner, WKA and ROK Cup Promotions are making it easy for competitors to join the ROK engine program. With a promotional pricing structure in place until February 29th of 2020, interested parties are asked to contact your authorized Vortex ROK dealer. Engine quantities are limited so don’t wait.
 
Promotional Pricing Structure:
Micro ROK – WKA Price $1300.00 Retail $1600.00 (Limit 20)
Mini ROK - WKA Price $1300.00 Retail $1600.00 (Limit 20)
VLR 100cc - WKA Price $1300.00 Retail $1650.00 (Limit 20)
ROK GP - WKA Price $2400.00 Retail $2800.00 (Limit 15)
ROK Shifter - WKA Price $3300.00 Retail $3800.00 (Limit 15)
*Paid Entry to WKA Daytona or Orlando is required
** All engines packages come complete less engine mount
***Promotional pricing ends February 29th, 2020
 
For the 100cc Junior and Senior classes, the first ten entrants in each of these class that register for the four WKA Manufacturers Cup event weekends by December 10th, 2019 will receive a VLR Engine package for $500.00 plus shipping.  To enter, complete this form: WKA-VLR ENTRY FORM
 
Daytona Event Kick-off Prizes:
All Classes
Winner – Entry package for complete 2020 Florida Winter Tour
Second – Single event entry package for 2020 Florida Winter Tour
Third – Single event entry only for 2020 Florida Winter Tour
*Podium finishers in the Briggs & Stratton 206 classes will receive a ROK Micro/Mini Engine rental courtesy of WKA
 
 
WKA Florida Winter Cup:
All class championships and podium finishers of the WKA Florida Winter Cup, which is the combined points totals for each class from the Daytona (December 2019) and Orlando (February 2020) events will receive the following:
 
Champion – Full entry package for 2020 ROK the RIO
Second – Entry only to 2020 ROK the RIO
Third – Race tires for 2020 ROK the RIO
*Podium finishers in LO206 will receive a ROK Micro/Mini Engine rental courtesy of WKA
 
More lucrative prize packages covering the Mid-Season Shootout and end of year WKA Championships will be announced during Kart Week in Daytona.
 
The WKA Mid-Season Shootout is:
Class championships and podium finishers of the WKA Mid-Season Shootout, which is the combined points totals for each class from Orlando (February), Charlotte (April) and New Castle (July).
 
The WKA Year-End Championship is:
Class championships podium finishers of the WKA Year End Championship, which is the combined points totals for each class from Daytona (December 2019), Charlotte (April), New Castle (July) and Orlando (October) events.
 
WKA series officials are happy to announce big changes on track as well. Starting in Daytona, ROK Cup USA’s track officials and technical staff will take over track operations at WKA Manufacturers Cup events. Utilizing the same great staff that ROK teams and competitors have come to know and love, the staff will ensure fair and unbiased officiating both on and off the track.
 
Event Operations-Philippa Tuckey
Race Director-Chuck Yoder
Chief Steward-Robbie Poupart
Technical Director-Dave Davies
Assistant Race Director-Bobby Radivoy
Chief Starter-Denny Long
Penalty Steward-Cierra Ebert
 
Additionally, the Vortex Engines/Parts truck will be on site providing sales, support and service.
 
“It’s an exciting time for WKA and ROK CUP USA,” adds ROK Cup Promotions Director of Operations Garett Potter. “We have seen amazing growth in a short time, and I think we can attribute this to not only having a great product that customers love, but also the best staff in the industry. With WKA agreeing to make a change here I see no limit to their growth as well. The most satisfying part for me is talking to happy customers, and because of the ROK Cup USA staff I do this a lot. WKA is in good hands; added to that a great prize package and cool track locations, I don’t see another program that offers more.”
 
For more information on the World Karting Association Manufacturers Cup, please contact WKA at info@worldkarting.com or www.worldkarting.com.
 
For more information on ROK Cup USA, ROK Cup Promotions and the 2020 ROK Cup USA program, please contact ROK CUP USA at (407) 476-5635 or info@rokcupusa.com or email Garett Potter at garett@rokcupusa.com.
 
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Summit Racing Equipment becomes WKA’s Presenting Sponsor

Popular Performance Parts Source Brings New Opportunities to the WKA Family

Substantially increasing its participation with the World Karting Association for the benefit of the racers, Summit Racing Equipment and WKA solidified a multi-year agreement, naming Summit Racing Equipment as the Presenting Sponsor for all WKA’s National Programs.

“After a great first year of building our relationship with Summit Racing Equipment, we couldn’t be more pleased that they have increased their support to the WKA Karting Family.” Stated WKA President Kevin Williams “With such a recognized brand, and the home for performance products, it was a natural for WKA to bring this great relationship back to the WKA racers.”

Famous for being the World’s Speed Shop for performance and stock replacement car and truck parts and accessories, tools, and more, Summit Racing Equipment offers a wide range of products for Kart Racers for use both at the track and in their personal lives.  Over a million parts in stock, and fast, free shipping for orders over $99, SummitRacing.com is sure to have the parts and accessories all Karters need. 

“We’re looking forward to supporting the WKA racing community with this partnership,” said Al Noe, Summit Racing Equipment’s Chief Marketing Officer. “Karting is an exciting sport and a great way for young people to learn how much fun—and how challenging—racing can be. From hot laps at the local track to all-out local and national competition, WKA has a place for everyone who wants to go Karting.”

In the new-for-2020 program, Summit will bring its popular Gift Cards back, which go right in the hands of the WKA Racers, helping them stretch their racing budgets throughout the racing season, among many other benefits to be announced throughout the year.

Keep watching worldkarting.com and WKA’s Social Media for more racer benefits from Summit Racing Equipment. 

DAYTONA KARTWEEK PIT PARKING

In other WKA news, the pit parking maps for both the Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup race and the Maxxis Dirt Race at Daytona KartWeek have been posted to the website. To view them, please click the links below:

About World Karting Association- The World Karting Association has been a non-profit, Membership Organization since 1971, and has provided venues for members to enjoy all aspects of Karting in the USA, from its office in Concord, NC, including the famous Daytona Kartweek, and now the WKA Charlotte Motor Speedway Karting Challenge.  Providing Regulations, Instruction and Certifications, Racing Series, Insurance, and venues for fair and safe Karting on all levels, WKA has a place for everyone in Karting.   For more information, contact WKA at info@worldkarting.com, or www.worldkarting.com

About Summit Racing Equipment- The World's Speed Shop®  It was 1968, and a young engineer owned a big block-powered 1967 Corvette roadster with a 427.   He made some connections to get hop-up parts at a discount, and it wasn't long before his drag racing buddies

found out and wanted the same deal. From such humble beginnings Summit Racing Equipment was born.

Fast-forward to 2019 and that one-man startup is now the World's Speed Shop®—the go-to parts source for thousands of gearheads around the globe. We got here by putting the customer first: save them money on the parts they want, deliver those parts quickly, and back them with the best customer service in the industry. www.summitracing.com

MYLAPS Named Official Sports Timing Partner for WKA

Partnership Extends Special Discounts for WKA Members

WKA and MYLAPS Sports Timing announced an exclusive partnership today, naming MYLAPS as the Official Sports Timing of the World Karting Association. Over 20 million athletes and racers perform in MYLAPS-timed contests each year and have access to their results and performance data on one of the MYLAPS platforms.

“For years, WKA has trusted MYLAPS to time its National and Regional Events, while publicly hosting the results data for all to enjoy.” Stated Kevin Williams, WKA President, “We are thrilled to take that relationship to the next level to support the WKA Karting Membership.”

In the partnership, MYLAPS is supporting WKA Members by offering discounts exclusively to WKA racers, using the code WKA2020 at SPEEDHIVESHOP.MYLAPS.COM effective immediately, through 2020.

“MYLAPS continues to innovate with our products and with this partnership we will be able to offer new products and services to WKA competitors that will allow them to keep track of their results and events with the Speedhive app. Our continued focus on innovation has become the reason that not only Pro Sports trust MYLAPS, but the local racer as well and we look forward to growing our support for local Grassroots Racing.” Stated Mike Schmitz, Managing Director of Americas at MYLAPS.

MYLAPS enhanced technology allows racers to track and share their racing performance at WKA and other Karting Events, specific to their profile. What’s more, MYLAPS makes the process easier with the free SPEEDHIVE app. Product and subscription information, at discounted prices for WKA Members is available at SPEEDHIVESHOP.MYLAPS.COM.

About MYLAPS Sports Timing
At MYLAPS we support athletes, racers and events in creating their ultimate sports experience. Every year we capture the performance of over 20 million people all over the world. And turn their data into insights, progress and fun. We offer them a better understanding of their performance and help them with their best next steps. Founded in 1982, we have revolutionized the world of sports timing with groundbreaking innovations and set the standard ever since. Our products and platforms are used at professional events like the Olympics and NASCAR to countless local events around the corner.

www.mylaps.com

About World Karting Association- The World Karting Association has been a non-profit, Membership Organization since 1971, and has provided venues for members to enjoy all aspects of Karting in the USA, from its office in Concord, NC, including the famous Daytona

Kartweek, and now the WKA Charlotte Motor Speedway Karting Challenge. Providing Regulations, Instruction and Certifications, Racing Series, Insurance, and venues for fair and safe Karting on all levels, WKA has a place for everyone in Karting. For more information, contact WKA at info@worldkarting.com, or www.worldkarting.com

WKA Announces 2020 National Sprint Racing Programs

Complete Revamp Allows for More Classes and New Venues

In a new approach to provide a place for most all National Sprint Racers, WKA has gone outside the box to introduce its 2020 National Sprint Racing Programs, while introducing a two-race Florida Winter Cup Series, National Kid Kart Program, and the already-announced WKA America Grand National Event.
 
Race Format
As mentioned in previous announcements, the race format for WKA National Sprint Racing Programs will highlight single event Champions for all classes.
 
            Day 1 – Free Practice, followed by Happy Hour Qualifying Practice
            Day 2 – Heat Races. Drivers accumulate points to determine start position for Day 3
            Day 3 – Final Races to determine one event champion per class
 
All events in each series will count towards season-end Championships; no drops
 
WKA Florida Winter Cup Series, 2-Rounds, No Drops, (** Select Classes)
Event #
1.   WKA Daytona Kartweek, December 27-30 2019
2.   WKA Florida Winter Cup Championship, February 21-23, Orlando Kart Center
 
WKA Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup Series, 4-Rounds, No Drops
Event #
1.    WKA Daytona Kartweek, December 27-30 2019
2.    Charlotte Motor Speedway WKA Charlotte Karting Challenge, April 17-19
3.    WKA Manufacturers Cup Grand Nationals, Newcastle, IN, July 10-12
4.    WKA Manufacturers Cup Championship Event, Orlando Kart Center, October 2-4
 
WKA America Grand National Event
Event #
1.    WKA America Grand National, Whiteland Raceway Park, Fall Date TBA
 
Class Structures
(MA = Masters Scored Separately)
Micro Rok**                                        Rok GP JR**
Mini Rok**                                          Rok GP SR/MA**
Mini Swift**                                       100cc Tag JR (KA, VLR)**
206 Cadet**                                        100 cc Tag SR (KA, VLR)**
Rok Shifter SR/MA**
IAME X30 JR (Man Cup Only, including Daytona)     
IAME X30 SR/MA (Man Cup Only, including Daytona)         
**Both Florida Winter Cup AND Man Cup Classes
 
WKA National Kid Kart Championship, 4-Rounds, No Drops
Event#

1. WKA Florida Winter Cup Championship, February 21-23, Orlando Kart Center

2. Charlotte Motor Speedway WKA Charlotte Karting Challenge, April 17-19

3. WKA Manufacturers Cup Grand Nationals, Newcastle, IN, July 10-12

4. WKA America Grand National, Whiteland Raceway Park, Fall Date TBA

 
The new Florida Winter Cup will consist of a two-event series, starting with Daytona Kartweek.  Participants racing at Daytona Kartweek in the classes for the program, receive points they can apply to round two of the two-event Florida Winter Cup Championship.  Drivers wishing to race only in Florida in the Winter can benefit, and still be part of a Championship.
 
Kid Kart racers also have their own four-event championship, to crown one WKA National Kid Kart Champion.  The category will be included in at least one event of all the National Sprint Championship Events, starting at Orlando in February, then at the famed Charlotte Karting Challenge.  Additionally, the Kid Kart Grand National Event joins the Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup Grand National Event at Newcastle, join in ManCup racers for the coveted WKA Grand National Eagle, then finish up the year in the fall with the WKA National Kid Kart Championship event at Whiteland Raceway Park.
 
“In recent years, WKA National Sprint Racing limited the opportunities for racers by only offering the Manufacturers Cup, with a limited amount of classes.” Stated WKA President, Kevin Williams, “By introducing more programs, WKA can support its working ethic, by having a place for everyone.  To do that, we had to think outside the box and offer programs that appealed to each category of racer, from Kid Kart, to Regional Racer, to National Racer, in several categories.  We are proud to have accomplished that with this well thought out, creative approach.  This is a very exciting time for WKA Sprint Racing.”
 
The WKA 2020 Tech Manual will be updated with schedules and categories for all these new programs.  Keep watching for updates at www.worldkarting.comfor more exciting news for the new season.

 
About World Karting Association - The World Karting Association has been a non-profit, Membership Organization since 1971, and has provided venues for members to enjoy all aspects of Karting in the USA, from its office in Concord, NC, including the famous Daytona Kartweek, and now the WKA Charlotte Motor Speedway Karting Challenge.  Providing Regulations, Instruction and Certifications, Racing Series, Insurance, and Venues for fair and safe Karting on all levels, WKA has a place for everyone in Karting.   For more information, contact WKA at info@worldkarting.com or www.worldkarting.com

WKA Tech Manual Cover Contest Artist Winner Revealed

Nearly 500 Member Votes Determined The Winner

After receiving amazing submissions from WKA Members to design the 2020 WKA Tech Manual cover, members and trustees of WKA took to social media to vote on the cover that best represents WKA Karting. The Foundation of Motorsports.  The votes are in, and Elizabeth Phillips’ hand-drawn submission was the “hands-down” winner! 
 
Elizabeth spent several hours, hand-drawing, and digitally painting her submission of the 2020 WKA Tech Manual Cover.  After careful thought, Elizabeth wanted to express all that is WKA Karting, with inclusion of all forms of WKA, Sprint, Speedway, and Road Racing, while still maintaining a great “technical” look and feel to her piece.
 
“This was such a fun project”, stated WKA President Kevin Williams, “The submissions from our members was awesome, and the vote response was overwhelming.  This was an awesome way to get the members involved in the processes at WKA, and I thank everyone for their involvement.  Most importantly, congratulations to Elizabeth Phillips for her hard-earned victory.”
 
As promoted when the contest started, in addition to publicly promoting her work, Elizabeth will receive:

• Public Promotion of her work

• Special Cover Contest Recognition Award

• Recognition on the actual cover at printing

• 45th Daytona Gift Package, which includes and entry, pit passes and Event Swag

 
Now that the cover has been decided, the 2020 WKA Tech Manual can go to print, and mailed out to the membership in the coming weeks.
 
Once again, congratulations Elizabeth!
 
About World Karting Association - The World Karting Association has been a non-profit, Membership Organization since 1971, and has provided venues for members to enjoy all aspects of Karting in the USA, from its office in Concord, NC, including the famous Daytona Kartweek, and now the WKA Charlotte Motor Speedway Karting Challenge.  Providing Regulations, Instruction and Certifications, Racing Series, Insurance, and Venues for fair and safe Karting on all levels, WKA has a place for everyone in Karting.   For more information, contact WKA at info@worldkarting.com or www.worldkarting.com.

WKA Names Axcel Sports Official Apparel Partner

WKA Names Axcel Sports Official Apparel Partner

Popular Race Suit, Team Apparel, and Leathers Manufacturer Simplifies Apparel for Karters

In yet another new partnership that directly benefits the WKA membership, Axcel Sports was named exclusive Official Apparel Partner of the organization today.

Axcel Sports has been a major player in the motorsports race wear arena for 12 years, and is a mainstay provider of apparel for teams and drivers in numerous racing series globally.  Now Axcel Sports brings that quality and experience to Karting with its partnership with the World Karting Association, to support kart racers and teams around the country.

“Everyone at WKA is thrilled we were able to solidify a partnership with Axcel Sports.”, stated WKA President Kevin Williams, “To bring such an expert outfitter, focused solely on our karting drivers and teams, as Axcel Sports into Karting, the entire WKA karting community benefits and adds to our extensive driver benefits package.” 

Effective immediately, Axcel Sports makes it easy for WKA karters to affordably outfit themselves and their teams, by extending its superior products and expert knowledge on custom apparel and driving wear.  Additionally, karters can shop online at www.axcelsports.com where they can access sizing charts for that perfect fit, product templates, and design ideas to make any karter’s appearance stand out from the competition.

"We had been looking to get more and more seriously involved in the karting sector and we knew the WKA was an excellent area for Axcel to get involved with. After extensive conversation between Mr. Williams and myself, we came to an agreement that will certainly benefit the WKA, its teams and drivers as well as continuing to help explode Axcel's brand and I can't be more pleased" stated Axcel Sports Founder & CEO, Brian Burley.

Watch for upcoming announcements on Axcel Sports’ presence at WKA Events throughout the remainder of the 2019 and 2020 racing seasons by following WKA’s Social Media channels, or Axcel Sports @axcelsports

About World Karting Association - The World Karting Association has been a non-profit, Membership Organization since 1971, and has provided venues for members to enjoy all aspects of Karting in the USA, from its office in Concord, NC, including the famous Daytona Kartweek, and now the WKA Charlotte Motor Speedway Karting Challenge.  Providing Regulations, Instruction and Certifications, Racing Series, Insurance, and Venues for fair and safe Karting on all levels, WKA has a place for everyone in Karting.   For more information, contact WKA at info@worldkarting.com or www.worldkarting.com.

About Axcel Sports - Axcel Sports is a manufacturer of professional motorsports race wear from auto racing and karting driver suits to motorcycle road racing leathers, motocross gear as well as team wear and fan merchandise. They have outfitted some of the top drivers and riders in the world in series such as NASCAR, NHRA, Indy Car, SCORE, Rally, Supercross, AMA Superbike, British Superbike as well as endless others. Axcel takes pride in providing to its customers state of the art designs and top quality product. For more information on all of Axcel's products, feel free to email them at info@axcelsports.com or visit them at facebook.com/AxcelSports or www.axcelsports.com  

Help Us Decide on the WKA Technical Manual cover for 2020

Concord, NC - We received 4 amazing entries for the 2020 WKA Technical Manual cover contest and honestly, we can't decide, so we need your help. We have created a poll with the images of the designed covers and would like you to vote for your favorite.

Voting ends this Friday, September 20th at 5pm EST. The winner will be announced on Monday via email, across social media and on the worldkarting.com website.

Click here to vote now:

About World Karting Association - The World Karting Association has been a non-profit, Membership Organization since 1971, and has provided venues for members to enjoy all aspects of Karting in the USA, from its office in Concord, NC, including the famous Daytona Kartweek, and now the WKA Charlotte Motor Speedway Karting Challenge. Providing Regulations, Instruction and Certifications, Racing Series, Insurance, and Venues for fair and safe Karting on all levels, WKA has a place for everyone in Karting. For more information, contact WKA at info@worldkarting.com or www.worldkarting.com

WKA Creates True Manufacturers Cup for 2020 National Sprint Program Enhances Classes, Race Format, and National Calendar

After careful planning, the World Karting Association (WKA) has made some aggressive enhancements to its Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup for 2020, and beyond.

Adding to the popular IAME classes for 2020, WKA will create a true manufacturers cup with the addition of the Vortex ROK powered classes to the program.  Stacking the classes even further, WKA will even bring back the popular sound of shifters to the series, with the inclusion of the potent, yet reliable, Vortex ROK Shifter categories. 

With the enhancement of both IAME and ROK categories next year, event race format will further add to the excitement; changing to the globally popular Heat Race, Pre-Final, Final format.  Racers will begin each event weekend with Free Practice and Qualifying Practice on Day 1, then a full day of Heat Races on Day 2, peaking with the pinnacle test of the event of Pre-Final and Final on the final day.  Although points will be awarded throughout the Heat Races, Pre-Final, and Final, only one true winner in each category will emerge at the conclusion of each Final.

Finally, with so much racing available to karters around the country each year, WKA is making the courageous step to reduce its Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup calendar from six to four events in 2020, in a move that frees up more weekends for the karting community. Two of the four events of the 2020 campaign have already been solidified, beginning with the famed Daytona International Speedway, December 28-30 for Kartweek.  Additionally, the second annual Charlotte Motor Speedway WKA Karting Challenge has recently been secured, April 17-19.  Dates and locations for the remaining two events are nearing finalization and will be announced very soon.

“Our team has spent a great deal of effort looking back at the fractioning of karting over the past two decades, and we came to the conclusion that WKA needs to do its part to sew some of those pieces back together while strengthening the sport in general,” stated WKA President, Kevin Williams. “The people who really benefit from these bold enhancements to our program are the kart racers and the entire karting community.  That’s the foundation of a karting association.”

“It is this kind of togetherness and forward thinking that will help grow karting from the local clubs to the big national series,” explained ROK Cup Promotions Director of Operations Garett Potter. “This partnership with WKA the iconic name, the history in our industry, it’s an honor for us to be part of it. The ROK teams are ready and eager to get started, we looking forward to helping WKA in anyway we can to build the sport of karting, the growth of ROK over the past few years has been impressive but there is still a lot of work to do. I personally would like to thank the staff at WKA and Kevin Williams for bringing a great idea to fruition. “

With this exciting partnership, other synergies will benefit the racers, such as trusted race officials, common event formats, and point structures. Stay tuned for more information on the revamped WKA Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup.

Future announcements for Manufacturers Cup class structures, motor manufacturer prize packages, race event formats, venue dates and locations, and for all other WKA programs will be made in the very near future, and can be found at www.worldkarting.com

About World Karting Association - The World Karting Association has been a non-profit, Membership Organization since 1971, and has provided venues for members to enjoy all aspects of Karting in the USA, from its office in Concord, NC, including the famous Daytona Kartweek, and now the WKA Charlotte Motor Speedway Karting Challenge.  Providing Regulations, Instruction and Certifications, Racing Series, Insurance, and Venues for fair and safe Karting on all levels, WKA has a place for everyone in Karting.   For more information, contact WKA at info@worldkarting.com or www.worldkarting.com.

Win A Free Entry to a 2019 WKA Grand National Event

WKA “Show Your Summit Racing Equipment Receipt” Drawings

Win A Free Entry to a 2019 WKA Grand National Event

In a new program to help WKA Members utilize their Summit Racing Equipment discount code, WKA will hold “Show your Summit Racing Equipment Receipt” Drawings at both the upcoming Sprint and Road Race events in August;

• Vega Tires Road Racing Nationals | August 16-18 | Heartand Park, Topeka, KS

• WKA Bridgestone Manufactures Cup FranklinKart.com Nationals August 23-25 | Wolf Paving Speedway | Dousman, WI

 
Racers who show their Summit Racing Equipment receipt from an August, 2019 purchase, using the WKA Discount Code, will be entered into a drawing for a free entry into either the WKA Road Race Grand Nationals at Bowling Green or the Manufacturers Cup Grand Nationals at Newcastle Motorsports Park.  It is important to note that the offer is for August, 2019 purchases, as the discount code for Summit expires August 31. 
 
“Supporting our supporters, and having the great karting community engage them is the best way to ensure we continue relationships that benefit the racers.” Stated WKA President Kevin Williams.  “And having the opportunity to win something in the process is just another great bonus.”
 
Entries for both the Vega Tires Road Race Nationals at Heartland Park Topeka as well as the Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup FranklinKart.com Nationals at Wolf Paving Dousman, and hotel accommodation’s for both  are available now at www.worldkarting.com

About World Karting Association- The World Karting Association has been a non-profit, Membership Organization since 1971, and has provided venues for members to enjoy all aspects of Karting in the USA, from its office in Concord, NC, including the famous Daytona Kartweek.  Providing Regulations, Instruction and Certifications, Racing Series, Insurance, and venues for fair and safe Karting on all levels, WKA has a place for everyone in Karting.   For more information, contact WKA at info@worldkarting.com, or www.worldkarting.com

Create the Next WKA Tech Manual Cover &Win a 45th Anniversary Daytona Kartweek Prize Package

CONCORD, NC - WKA needs to create a cover for the 2020 Tech Manual and would like your help! This year, WKA is offering an exciting Kartweek Prize Package for the winning designer of the newest Tech Manual cover.  The details of the Kartweek Prize Package are as follows;

• Daytona Entry, (regardless of number of classes), if winner is not a driver, they can award the entries to the driver of their choice

• Daytona Event Pit pass for Winner and guest

• 45th Anniversary Daytona Event T-Shirt for Winner and guest

• Recognition Award

• Winner's name imprinted on the cover with their artwork

• Social Media and website coverage for the Winner and their work

Rules

• Entrants must be WKA Member

• Entry Deadline August 31

• Submit entries to kelly@worldkarting.com

• Winner will be selected by the Board of Trustees in their call September 4, and announced October 1

For ad space availability, pricing, or to create your own custom ad package, contact Marie@WorldKarting.com or call 704-455-1606.

About World Karting Association- The World Karting Association has been a non-profit, Membership Organization since 1971, and has provided venues for members to enjoy all aspects of Karting in the USA, from its office in Concord, NC, including the famous Daytona Kartweek.  Providing Regulations, Instruction and Certifications, Racing Series, Insurance, and venues for fair and safe Karting on all levels, WKA has a place for everyone in Karting.   For more information, contact WKA at info@worldkarting.com, or www.worldkarting.com

WKA Sends Their Condolences on the Passing of David Williams to President Kevin Williams & the Entire Williams Family

David L. Williams

1940 – 2019

It is difficult, at best to announce the passing of David L. Williams.  A man, who like so many others before him, truly showed his passion for motorsports, and gave so much to the best sport in the world.

His story is like so many others, starting in Drag Racing in the ‘60’s, then sports car racing with SCCA at famous tracks like Riverside International Raceway, and Laguna Seca, which eventually led to formula racing into the ‘70’s.  As a young father, when his two boys became old enough, off the Karting the Williams Family went.  All the while, David put his mechanical knowledge to use as a metal Sculptor, with a flair for Motorsports pieces, being commissioned for large sculpture projects for major clients, like the City of Sierra Madre, California, and the famed Laguna Seca Raceway.

As his boys became adults, David maintained his commitment to Karting donating his time to his local kart tracks and clubs, and establishing himself as arguably one of the most colorful, and well liked Kart Racing Announcer.  Always prepared to help Karting, David was the guy who often brought “extras” to the track; including a plunger if one was ever needed.  Bringing entertainment through his announcing at Karting Events around the USA and Canada, with IKF, WKA, Stars of Karting, and special Events, such as LaVerne Grand Prix, Redlands Grand Prix, and CalSpeed Kart Prix, in addition to numerous local clubs and tracks.  While announcing, David established his race-call “brand” with such phrases as “Knees in the Breeze”, and “You Picked a Fine Time to Leave Me Loose Wheel”, often using a train-whistle to signify the train of racers battling for a win.

His most proud metal sculpting moment when David was commissioned by Laguna Seca to prepare a special sculpture in conjunction with Mario Andretti’s Arrivederci Tour, and Final Indy Car Race in 1994.  Other motorsports sculptures included tributes to Alan Kulwicki and Davey Allison, and of course cultural pieces throughout the art world, where he was a member and longtime volunteer at the Creative Arts Group. 

Forever spreading his joy, happiness, and dedication to his passions, David L. Williams’ absence from the track and the art world will truly be missed.

A celebration of life has been scheduled for Sunday, August 4, 2019, 4pm-6pm, at the Creative Arts Group, 108 N. Baldwin Avenue, Sierra Madre, California, 91024, Ph. 626-355-8350.  In lieu of flowers or gifts, the Williams Family asks that donations be made to Creative Arts which will help their art classes for young artists.  A special page has been established for donations,

https://www.creativeartsgroup.org/david-williams-memorial/ 

New Meeting Minutes from Electronic Vote Just In

CONCORD, NC - The meeting minutes and electronic voting record for the LO206 cadet class rule are now available. In short, the Motion passed with a majority to retract the decision of the Board made during its meeting 6/24 – 6/25 and to continue to allow the use of the left side engine chassis.

To read more, click the button below.

Latest Meeting Minutes Now Available

CONCORD, NC - The latest meeting minutes from the June 24th, 2019 face to face meeting are now available on the WKA website where you can also find the Membership Meeting minutes and all the other archived minutes. To view the Minutes page, click the button below.

WKA Partnership with Phoenix Barriers and New VEGA Road Race Series Sponsor

WKA Partners with Phoenix Barriers

We are pleased to announce that Phoenix Barriers is offering a special promotional price especially for any WKA track.  For more information, see the flyer below or contact them directly at info@phoenixracing.com or 410-227-2988.

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New VEGA Road Race Series Sponsor

Wooster, Ohio- February 6, 2019: Full service marketing and apparel company, Expert T’s, comes on board with class sponsorship for World Karting Association Road Race Series in 2019. Currently with 3 locations in Northeast Ohio, Expert T’s is branching out their support to grassroots motorsports and beyond. Eager to get started with this elite series in karting, Owners, Joe and Jodi Kennedy want to help increase the sports exposure via their companies involvement while providing quality products and services to drivers, race teams, sponsors, and fans.

Expert T’s is the proud sponsor for WKA’s VEGA National Road Racing Series, 100cc Controlled Final 1 starting at Roebling Road in Savannah, Ga. March 8-10, 2019. As part of their involvement, a special “WINNER”  T-shirt will be given to the winner of this class for each of the remaining races on the 2019 World Karting Association Road Race Series schedule.

 “We were looking to add some new product lines and company generated brands when an employee felt our company would tie in well with kart road racing. After reviewing the sport and its competitors, we quickly agreed.  Karting seemed to be a nice fit with the number of racers nationwide, the quantity of classes and the advancement structure to help drivers and teams get to the next level of competition. We want to be a part of this growth process and feel success will be felt by all parties involved. Our ability to produce most everything in-house, from t-shirts to award jackets, enables us to provide specialized micro services from 12 pieces to thousands. Not to mention the countless promotional products we have access to. What a wonderful way for anyone to promote their team, drivers and or sponsors in an easy and professional manner.”

Any team looking for a new logo, team shirts, hats, hoodies, koozies, promotional items, decals or would like a consultation on what services and products are offered for their budget, should consider Expert T’s! 

The Kennedy’s are also auto enthusiasts with a high performance soul. Though their involvement is just starting, soon you will see their company at the track soon. Be sure to look for their vending trailer or booth at the races this season. 

About Expert T’s: 3 locations to serve customer needs. Wooster, Ohio. Wadsworth, Ohio and Orrville, Ohio. Expert T’s offers an interactive online design studio customers can use to design their own apparel or they can contact Expert T’s and have one of their inhouse graphic artists assist with their design and order needs.  All processes are done in house: embroidery, silk screen, direct to garment, sublimation, decals and more. T-shirts, hats, sweat shirts, hoodies, jackets, chairs, banners, decals, PopUp  shelters...you name it they have it or can get it! 

“We make grassroots motorsports look and feel like the pros!”

Website: www.expert-ts.com

Email: Christy.xpt@gmail.com

Phone: (330) 641-1227

The Famous WKA Trailer Could Be Yours!

CONCORD, NC- WKA is proud to announce, starting with the Go Pro Man Cup event in March, we will have our new WKA trailer ready to show off to everyone.

With that said, we are selling our United trailer listed at the link below, that has served us for many years. Please contact Marie or Sam at the WKA office for details if you or someone you know would be interested and help us find it a good home! WKA Office: 704-455-1606.

WKA RETURNS TO CHARLOTTE WITH ALL THREE NATIONAL PROGRAMS

November 23, 2018 – Looking to combine multiple World Karting Association (WKA) events at one venue, karting will make its return to the Charlotte Motor Speedway in 2019 over the June 21-23 weekend. With the Vega Road Racing Series utilizing part of the Roval and Speedway made famous by NASCAR, the Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup will also use a portion of the Roval in a sprint race style setting while the Maxxis Speedway Dirt Series will compete at The Dirt Track at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

"Everyone at WKA is thrilled to host an event back on our home soil, and even more excited to bring all three of our National Racing Series together the same weekend,” explains Kevin Williams. “The folks at Charlotte Motor Speedway have been amazing partners with WKA to make this historic event happen." 

Maxxis Speedway Dirt Series

With the first ever Speedway Dirt Race at the Dirt Track at CMS, careful consideration was needed for track design and track prep. Maxxis Tires and the WKA staff have brought on veteran dirt track manager Mackey Flood to prepare an awesome track.

Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup

With the added Charlotte event, the 2019 schedule will experience some changes as noted below. Huge thank you to Pitt Race Complex and Concept Haulers Motor Speedway for making room on their calendars for 2019, but the addition of the Charlotte venue will result in the Manufacturers Cup program having to cancel these event venues with hopes to return to these amazing facilities in the very near future. 

Other exciting news from WKA is the confirmation that the Manufacturers Cup will return to Road America on the May 17-19 weekend. Huge credit is given to Badger Kart Club in helping secure the date and additionally, they have gracefully agreed to change their race date to the August 23-25 weekend.

Revised Final Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup 2019 Schedule:

·       Daytona Kartweek, Daytona International Speedway - December 27-30, 2018

·       GoPro Motorplex, Mooresville, NC - March 29-31, 2019

·       Road America Karting Motorplex, Elkhart Lake, WI - May 17-19, 2019

·       Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord, NC - June 21-23, 2019

·       Badger Kart Club Wolf Paving Raceway, Dousman, WI - August 23-25, 2019

·       New Castle Motorsports Park, New Castle, IN - October 11-13, 2019**

**WKA Grand National Event

Other changes to the Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup include a change to Motul 2T Kart Oil for all 2-cycle categories as it becomes the spec oil for the series. 

Additionally, at the most recent Trustee Meeting, some changes were made to the 2019 Regulations to make participation more member-friendly, as recommended by the Manufacturers Cup Competition Committee. After sampling many of the members to discuss the program's two finals per event format for each class, the drops allowed for 2019 Manufacturers Cup have changed from two entire event drops to four daily drops. 

Also, to assist Mini drivers with their transition to the Junior ranks, WKA has added the KA100 Junior category to allow drivers to gain more experience before they move to the popular IAME X30 Junior class. To further assist, WKA will allow drivers with the attained age of 11-years old to advance to KA100 Junior for 2019.

Vega Tires Road Race Series Schedule:

With the addition of a return to the historic Charlotte Motor Speedway and racing on the famed Roval, the 2019 race schedule is now complete:

·       Daytona Kartweek, Daytona International Speedway - December 27-30, 2018

·       Roebling Road Raceway together with the Southern Kart Club, Bloomingdale, GA - March 8-10, 2019**

·       Gateway Motorsports Park, together with C.E.S., Madison, IL, - May 10-12, 2019

·       Charlotte Motor Speedway Roval, together with Woodbridge Kart Club, Concord, NC - June 21-23, 2019

·       Heartland Park, together with K.A.R.T., Topeka, KS - August 16-18, 2019

·       NCM Motorsports Park, together with K.A.R.T. and CES, Bowling Green, KY - November 8-10, 2019

WKA Vega Tires Road Race Series Banquet

Also, after polling many of the road race members, the decision was made to celebrate the 2018 Vega Road Race Series Champions Banquet at Roebling Road in March 2019, as has been in previous years. 

"I've said from the beginning of my short time as President that we wanted to make WKA more member-focused,” adds Williams. “These program enhancements and schedules for our 2019 national campaigns bring the excitement and experience meter way up for our members. Special thank you to our committees, office team, trustees, and especially the support of our partners for making all this happen. 2019 promises to be one of our most exciting years yet."

About World Karting Association: The World Karting Association has been a non-profit, Membership Organization since 1971, and has provided venues for members to enjoy all aspects of Karting in the USA, from its office in Concord, NC, including the famous Daytona Kartweek.  Providing Regulations, Instruction and Certifications, Racing Series, Insurance, and Venues for fair and safe Karting on all levels, WKA has a place for everyone in Karting.   For more information, contact WKA at info@worldkarting.com or www.worldkarting.com.

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TECH MANUAL UPDATE 2019-002

103.2.1 Competition Age

Change "December 25, 2018" to "December 27, 2018"

104.4.3 Driver if Record - Speedway Division

Delete the words, "104.4.4 Replacement Driver and"

104.4.4 Replacement Driver Approval Prior to Event- Delete

104.4.5 Replacement Driver Approval At Event

Change to: A Replacement Driver may be used if a driver cannot compete in the event as a result of injury from that event.  The Race Director must approve the replacement driver.  Replacement drivers cannot be WKA National Champions in the past two comepetition-years. The replacement drver may qualify his/her own kart, but must start at the rear of the field.

104.4.6 Releife Drivers - Road Race

Delete the words, "104.4.4 or"

104.4.7 Additional Replacement Driver Provisions: Delete

212.1.5 Overall Class Champion-Delete

801.1  Manufacturers Cup---Change To: A competitors best eight out of twelve daily (Final) results at Manufracturers Cup Events count towards the National Championship.

All Photos & Products including Custom Laser Cut Karting Ornaments on Sale Now Through Cyber Monday on EventOrder.pics

Are you looking for some special karting gifts this holiday season? Shawn Barney, our Manufacturers Cup Photographer, is having a huge sale starting now until the end of Cyber Monday. You can get 15% off anything on the EventOrder.pics website! There are over 50 custom products, digital images, designs and more including new acrylic laser cut ornaments of your favorite driver. All you have to do is visit www.eventorder.pics and during checkout use the code: turkey .

If you have any questions about a product or the order process, please contact Shawn at Phone: 317-804-1675 or Email: indykartpics@gmail.com.

Latest Meeting Minutes Now Available

CONCORD, NC - The most recent meeting minutes from the September 11th conference call are now available to read on the WKA website. To read them now, click the button below.