Registration Opens for Round 2 of the WKA Vega Tires National Road Race Series Southern Kart Club hosts Roebling Road Event

As the 2020 Racing Season shifts into high gear, WKA and event host SKC wasted no time after the 45th Daytona Kartweek to make registration available for the second stop of the WKA Vega Tires National Road Race Championship, March 6-8, at Roebling Road Raceway in Bloomingdale, Georgia.

With nearly an entire month before the pre-entry deadline of March 1, racers have plenty of time to prepare their equipment, size up their Championship rivals, and plan their strategies.  Even better, discounted hotel and car rental reservations are available, as for all WKA National Events, with an easy click or two 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

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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SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: SUMMIT RACING EQUIPMENT

Hello WKA Racer!

Summit Racing Equipment is excited to announce that it will be the Presenting Sponsor for these World Karting Association (WKA) racing programs for 2020: 

• Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup Series

• Maxxis Tire Speedway Dirt Series

• Maxxis Tire Daytona Dirt World Championships

• Vega Tire Road Racing Series

• WKA America 

The WKA is fond of saying that Karting is the foundation of motorsports, and it’s true. Racers like Michael Schumacher, Sebastian Vettel, Jeff Gordon, and Tony Stewart started their careers in Karting, and we’re very proud to support young racers and encourage them to keep racing, whether they stay in Karting or move to other forms of motorsports.

As The World’s Speed Shop®, Summit Racing carries performance parts, wheels and tires, and other gear for Karting from name brands like Hoosier; Briggs & Stratton; Wilwood; AiM Sports; K&N; and JR Race Cars. We also have tools and shop equipment to keep your Kart in top-notch condition, plus trailer and towing equipment to get your team to and from the track.

We know that safety is paramount for Kart racers, especially younger competitors. That’s why Summit Racing carries only the best safety equipment from trusted companies like Alpinestars, Bell Helmets, Kirkey, OMP, and Simpson to keep your racer protected during the heat of competition.

With distribution centers in Ohio; Nevada; Georgia; and Texas, Summit Racing ships quickly— orders for in-stock parts are usually delivered in one to two days to most areas of the country. Shipping is free on orders over $99 and Summit Racing even deliver parts directly to the race track!

With multiple ordering options, the industry’s top-rated customer service, and a full-time technical department to answer your questions, Summit Racing is here to help you be a competitive and successful racer. We back our service with the Handshake Guarantee®: if you are not 100% satisfied with products, prices, or service, we’ll give you your money back—guaranteed!

I wish you a safe and successful 2020 racing season—see you at the track!

Sincerely,

Al Noe

Summit Racing Equipment Chief Marketing Officer

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

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

WKA ANNOUNCES SUMMIT RACING GIFT CARD CONTEST

CONCORD, NC - WKA is excited for the  Charlotte Motor Speedway Karting Challenge, June 21-23 and to prove it, Summit Racing Equipment has supplied us with fifteen $50 gift cards we will be giving away as part of a social media contest. The contest will highlight our karting community's anticipation for the big event and will run from Friday, June 14th until Saturday June 22nd at 6pm EST.

HOW TO WIN
For an entry in the contest, complete the following options as many times as you like (more posts=more entries):

FACEBOOK (3 Steps)
1) Click 'update' on your profile photo.  Click 'Add frame' and search for #CMSKARTINGCHALLENGE. Select the frame and update your profile photo with the frame.
2) Mention @WKAkarting in a post of you preparing for, racing in or hanging out at the race. If you don't mention @WKAkarting, we won't see the post, so remember to mention us!
3) Use the hashtag #CMSKARTINGCHALLENGE in your post.

INSTAGRAM (2 Steps)
1) Mention @WKA_karting in a post of you preparing for, racing in or hanging out at the race. If you don't mention @WKA_karting, we won't see the post, so remember to mention us!
2) Use the hashtag #CMSKARTINGCHALLENGE in your post. 

The 15 winners of the Summit Racing Equipment gift cards will be chosen ad random.  The more posts you make with the required mention and hashtag, the bigger your chance of winning a gift card.  Winners will be announced via social media the night of Saturday, June 22nd and you will be able to pick up your gift card from the WKA trailer on Sunday, June 23rd.

If you haven't already, give a like and a follow to Summit Racing Equipment on FB: @SummitRacingEquipment and on Instagram: @SummitRacing to say thanks for supporting WKA and karting!
 

GOOD LUCK!

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 annual 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

To view your race series' information regarding the Charlotte Motor Speedway Karting Challenge, click the links below:

Vega Road Racing Series

Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup Series

Maxxis Speedway Dirt Race

Summit Racing Equipment Provides Support to WKA Racers Program Launch at Charlotte Motor Speedway Karting Challenge

CONCORD, NC - The World Karting Association and Summit Racing Equipment inked a deal today to support WKA Karters starting with the WKA Charlotte Motor Speedway Karting Challenge in Concord, NC.  In a new program that rewards Karters with product discounts and gift cards, Summit Racing Equipment will offer thousands of dollars of product and apparel for Karters bearing the Summit Racing Equipment decals on their karts during the event.

“WKA is constantly looking to improve its membership benefits,” stated WKA President, Kevin Williams, “Since our racers are also great car people, the relationship with Summit Racing Equipment and their generosity towards the racers was a no-brainer.”

In the new program, every racer who enters the Karting Challenge in Concord, NC, will receive a Summit Racing Equipment Tool book with an exclusive limited-time 10% discount on almost anything at Summit Racing Equipment as well as a Summit cap.  Additionally, $50 Summit Gift Cards will be given in a contingency program to be announced closer to the event, for Karters with Summit decals predominantly displayed on their karts.

“We’re excited to partner with the WKA to support its racers,” said Al Noe, Summit Racing Equipment’s Chief Marketing Officer. “We are always looking for new opportunities to grow and support the racing community.”
Keep following www.worldkarting.com for further announcements and details detailing the Summit Racing Equipment Contingency Program.

Registration, Parking, and even Hotel Booking Information for the WKA Charlotte Motor Speedway Karting Challenge in Concord, NC, June 20-23 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 and now the 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

To view your race series' information regarding the Charlotte Motor Speedway Karting Challenge, click the links below:

Vega Road Racing Series

Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup Series

Maxxis Speedway Dirt Race