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Get Ready For 2007   (27/12)

Lee Taylor Worldwide Limited, the UK agents for USAG tools now have available the new for 2007 USAG Kart Box.

The 21 piece tool box, includes all the tools required to get the committed mechanic through the season. All the tools come in a tough toolbox, which includes an internal removable shelf.

The USAG Kart Box contains:

USAG Tool Box
10, 13, 17 and 19mm Spanners and a Plug Spanner
Ruler and a Tape Measure
Hammer, Pliers and Cutters
3, 4, 5, 6 and 8mm T-Bars
Flat Head Screwdriver and Philips Head Screwdriver
Wheel Spanner
10 and 13mm T-Bars

The USAG Kart Box is £145.50 plus vat. Delivery is free (United Kingdom only)

The Race Team also still has available some drives for the MSA, Rotax Super 1 championships and Stars of Tomorrow in all classes, using the latest PCR Race equipment.

For more information, please contact us on info@leetayloreurope.com or Tel: 07904 113 733 or visit the website www.leetayloreurope.com

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Motors TV 2007   (27/12)

Ben Constanduros has confirmed he will again present the MotorsTV UK Karting Challenge for PSC Productions for the 2007 season. The 21 year old, ex-Super 1 Rotax competitor made his debut for MotorsTV at Round 1 of the MotorsTV Ultimate Karting Challenge in 2006 and went on to cover the Internations for Sky and the 24Hours of Le Mans Karting, live for MotorsTV as well as other live events.

Ben is set for another busy year in the MotorsTV series as the Championship travels round the country visiting Llandow, Glan-y-Gors, Lydd, Rowrah and finishing at the new Hooton Park circuit. Coupled with presenting the show he will also be responsible for keeping the spectators informed over the live tannoy and conducting the spectacular Saturday evening parties.

Ben comments; “Alan at PSC was the first person to put my face in front of over 100,000 MotorsTV viewers Europe-wide and to him I am truly thankful. Like many of the leading drivers, I feel a huge loyalty to the series and can’t wait for it to be a stand alone series in 2007. Roll on February so we can continue producing the best Karting show on TV.”

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Christmas Testing & JM Sale   (22/12)

The PFI Circuit is open for 2 stroke testing this Christmas / New Year on the following dates, Friday 29th December, Saturday 30th December and Tuesday 2nd January. 9am - 4pm. The cost is £35 p/day (members) or a special £50 for any two of the three days. Pro-Kart testing is available on 28th December.

The famous JM Sale will be held on the above dates, and has 10% off everything in-store (excluding BRM Karts / WTP engines) and with suits from £30, boots from £20 and gloves from £5, don’t miss out!  Telephone JM Racing on 01636 626424.

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Formula TKM Regulations   (22/12)

Tal-Ko Racing, controllers of the Formula TKM 2 and 4 stroke kart racing classes have released their 2007 book of regulations and helpful running advice.

The book contains all the 2007 updated regulations, list of newly homologated karts and the full engine fiche for the 2-stroke TKM BT82 unit.

The regulations book is obtainable direct from Tal-Ko at www.tal-ko.com or from Lodgemark Press at www.kartingmagazine.com at £4.50 plus postage and packing.

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Clueless for Christmas?   (22/12)

Stuck for a present for your Karting loved one this Christmas – or perhaps aren’t sure how to help launch a budding driver’s career?  Look no further: Shenington Kart Club have just the thing! 

Give them a 2007 Shenington Kart Club membership, frozen at the 2006 price of £50!  And then an entry into the annual Winter100 three race series. This costs just £100 total to enter the January, February and March races and gives them chance to win fantastic prizes and specially made trophies, (in 2006 there was a prize fund of over £6000).

Even if they don’t yet race, they don’t need to miss out on the fun! Shenington is open on selected Thursdays throughout the year, as well as Saturdays on race weekends, to non-MSA license holders. In fact Shenington offers new karters a brilliant deal – take your ARKS test at the club, join the club, and get your first race entry free!

To take up these Christmas offers, please ring Mrs. Claus (aka Membership Secretary Sonja Game) on 01869320157, or fax her on 01869 247981. Or visit the Shenington KRC website. 

Please remember: Shenington membership lasts for a whole year, not just for Christmas!

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2007 Formula TKM Kart Homologations   (22/12)

Inspections of new karts for the Formula TKM Homologations has now taken place with 10 new karts being launched, and one re-homologation.

For the first time ever overseas made karts and components are allowed in the class which has brought out a number of totally new models. Karts from CRG, Parolin, Tonykart and Haase join the traditional UK manufacturers.

All of the new karts are legal to race from 1st January. Manufacturers of karts homologated in the past three year period may still sell their karts as new, but they will only have a useable life of six years as opposed to nine years for the newly homologated models.

The full list is as follows:

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ACR At The NEC   (21/12)

ACR is pleased to announce their attendance at the Autosport International Motorsports show at the NEC in Birmingham from 11th to 14th January 2007. The stand (K500) will be combination of our New 2007 Birel Motorsport range and the presentation of the new low cost EasyKart formula.

For 2007 the Birel Motorsport range will consist of two models. The New R31 SV which showed great success in the final round of S1 MSA in prototype form taking 1st, 2nd, 3rd at Rowrah in ICA. The R31 SV is intended for the CIK classes and Junior classes of Rotax Max.

The New RX32 SV is intended for all Max classes and will be unveiled at the NEC having taken the Rotax max titles of club championships at Larkhall, Rye house. Both models have revised bearing hangers saving 1 kg from the weight of the kart as well as a dual position front torsion bar.

The New Birel N35 rental kart will also be shown at the NEC. The N35 brings a new concept to the rental market with a chassis that handles with refinement as well as being strong and durable. The new N35 features a new wrap around protection system, pre formed axle cover and throttle and brake system to avoid clutch damage.

The New EasyKart formula will also be on display. Easykart 125cc entries are already very strong for the 2007 EasyKart UK Championship. The 125cc TAG Easy (16yrs+) will be shown in the form that will race in 2007, also previewing ahead of its launch for the end of 2007 will be the EasyKart Junior 100cc for 13 to 16 yrs and the New EasyKart shifter will also be launched ahead of its expected debut through 2007 in the UK. You can also register for the 2007 125cc EasyKart UK Championship with Kart Racing promotions (Club 100) at the EasyKart desk.

Visitors will have the opportunity meet the owner of Birel Spa Mr Ronni Sala and six times World Champion and technical consultant to Birel Mr Mike Wilson. Both will be in attendance on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of the show to answer any of your questions. New signing and Official driver for Birel Motorsport for 2007 Jamie Croxford will also be on hand for advice and driving tips for aspiring Birel drivers. UK Birel dealers and agents will also be available with representatives from ProSport (Northern England), WGP Motorsport (Ireland) and newly appointed agents Delta Karting (Wales) and RPM Motorsport (easy shifter) available on the stand through the weekend.

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Doherty’s Back To Black Victory   (19/12)

In old Western films, the good guys wore white Stetsons and the bad guys dressed in black. In the shoot-out for the Buckmore Park Club Mini Max championship, James Doherty was, appropriately, the man in black. Not that he’s a villain in any shape or form - quite the reverse. But with his title-rival, the enormously popular, Tom Ingram bowing out of the sport due to a lack of funds - Doherty was destined to be the anti-hero, and the front row for the final could not have been better scripted, with Ingram on pole and Doherty alongside him. But the much expected gun-fight never happened.

At the start, Ingram understeered wide into the first corner, taking Doherty with him and allowing the pack through. A recovering Doherty began to put on a charge, but a bad tyre and rim choice however put paid to Ingram’s dream farewell. Despite needing only to finish in the top ten - Doherty put in a champion’s drive. Picking his rivals off one by one, lap by lap, he coolly waited until the last corner of the last lap to seize the lead - “The leader made a big mistake. I was two kart lengths behind and there was no need to defend. But he did and I went for it.”  Crossing the line with both his arms in the air, Doherty was already celebrating winning his first ever championship -  beaming with delight he said, “It’s really good - I just can’t believe I did it!”

However, his rivals will believe it. James won 6 of the 8 races. He missed one of the rounds, in order to compete in the British Championships and came a ‘lowly’ 3rd in the other. But in victory he was immediately magnanimous about Ingram, who trailed into Parc Ferme in tears after such a disappointing ending to his career. “I feel sad for him. Tom’s made me improve and turn into the competitor I am now. I wish somebody would sponsor him.”

Next year, Doherty steps up to the hotly contested Junior Rotax category. But after winning the championship in such a cool manner - and taking 5th in this year’s Super 1 Mini Max championship – he’ll be aiming to shoot down the opposition all over again.

Photographs courtesy of Gary Kimber of Treble Blue Photography

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Additional Open Practice Days   (18/12)

Two more open practice days during the Christmas and New Year holidays have been added by Buckmore Park Kart Circuit.

Buckmore Park Kart Circuit have scheduled two additional open practice days for owner/drivers (4 stroke and 2 stroke). The two dates are Wednesday 27th December and Sunday 7th January 2007 between 10am and 4pm. All karts must comply to current MSA regulations as must drivers safety wear. Full marshalling and medical cover provided. Class sessions will be run on the grounds of safety if numbers suffice.

Cost £50 per kart per driver (£45 for BPKC and RMCF6 members). For more details please contact 01634 201562.

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RateMyKart.com Launches   (15/12)

Karting magazine reporter Mary-Ann Horley has launched a new website, RateMyKart.com, which allows racers to rate and review karts they drive or have tested.

Posting a review is easy - you only need to enter a nickname and email address (which won't be publicly shown) then write a paragraph or so about your kart. Let us know if it's quick, easy to set up, good in different conditions, easy to get parts for and anything else you can think of. Rating is even easier - just click on one of five stars according to how good you think the kart is.

To encourage reviewers, there will be a prize each month for the most useful review as selected by a panel of your fellow racers. The first prize, for reviews posted between now and the end of January, will be a £25 (or equivalent) Amazon voucher. If your kart isn't listed yet email or post a comment on the site and it will be made a priority. Any other suggestions for the site will also be taken into account.

Manufacturers and agents can have their products listed free of charge, just send any information to be included to maryann@kartlink.com. Additional information on any kart already listed is also welcome.

There are also advertising opportunities available to suit any karting business - banner graphics, becoming the "Featured Kart" and sponsoring the monthly prize. Again, anyone interested should contact Mary-Ann at maryann@kartlink.com.

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2007 British Superkart Grand Prix   (14/12)

The 2007 MSA British Superkart GP will take place at Cadwell Park on 20/21/22 July.

Grand Prix races will be run for Division 1 & 2 Superkarts, F250 National, F125 Open, F125 ICC and F210 National.  Rounds of the European Superracekart Series will be incorporated into the event with a large contingent of overseas drivers expected to attend.

BSA Series Co-ordinator Ian Rushforth said; "This year’s event was a major success and we hope to build on that success with a much larger entry list in 2007. The Grand Prix will also be incorporated into the British and National Championships for all classes. The Historic Club will also be performing on track demonstrations throughout the weekend".

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2007 Euro Challenge   (14/12)

RGMMC Establishment as the organisers and promoters of the Rotax Mojo Max Euro Challenge would like to announce the venues hosting the 2007 Championship.

2007 Rotax Mojo Max Euro Challenge
21 – 25 March Salbris, France
16 – 20 May Wackersdorf, Germany
25 – 29 July A1 Speedworld, Austria
26 – 30 September Genk, Belgium
*All dates listed include the days allocated for official free practice, qualifying and finals.

Salbris was resurfaced last year with new ripple strips included to help improve the level of the competition and safety of the drivers. It remains one of the most popular circuits on the tour and will again open the championship with the first round in 2007. www.sologne-karting.com
Wackersdorf is a new addition to the Euro Challenge and is currently expanding their paddock area to accommodate additional drivers and teams. The complex is very impressive with a long, fast circuit while also boasting an enormous indoor karting track and excellent trackside restaurant. www.prokart-raceland.com
A1 Speedworld is going to have some major improvements done to the complex this year in order to ensure a better quality of racing and sufficient facilities to meet the needs of the growing number of competitors. It has played host to the event every year. www.a1speedworld.com
Karting Genk is now one of the most outstanding karting complexes in Europe after being totally redesigned along with new kart shop and amenities. The circuit was officially opened this year and has hosted the final round of the Euro Challenge for the past two seasons. www.kartinggenk.be
*All tracks used for the four rounds of the event are CIK-FIA Homologated circuits.

The 2007 Euro Challenge will again take the racing action to the fans with Data-Live timing, Raceworld TV and live Internet coverage throughout the race weekends. This year 15 places are up for grabs at the 2007 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals to be held in Al Ein, United Arab Emirates next November. The Euro Challenge champions will receive an invitation to compete for the World Rotax titles in each class - Rotax Max Senior, Junior, Masters and DD2.

Entries open this Friday, 15 December 2006. Entry form is available at www.rgmmc.com and all details plus the entry form can be found by clicking on the “Race 1 - Salbris”.

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Croxford Backs Life-Saving Air Ambulance   (13/12)

Formula A/KF1 racer, Jamie Croxford is lending his support to the Warwickshire and Northamptonshire Air Ambulance.

The 20 year old kart star from Wootton Fields in Northamptonshire visited the life-saving service on Tuesday (12 December), pledging to help the charity raise awareness of the vital service that saves lives throughout the heart of England.

Jamie - who recently signed as a works driver for Birel team - said “Being involved in a high speed sport, I recognise just how crucial it is to have a service like WNAA on hand should an accident happen. It costs £1.4m to run each year and every single penny comes from individuals and events. Everyone in karting should support their local air ambulance and, living just outside Northampton, this is mine. I’ve already taken part in one high profile event for the charity and hope to do more.”

Andy Williamson, Director of WNAA, said he was delighted by the money and awareness raised by the Johnny Herbert Karting Challenge this year, which Jamie took part in, and hopes to do more. “It would be fantastic to organise a karting event in Northamptonshire and we’ll be talking about this early in 2007. It’s vital for us to have the support of the motorsport world and as karting is becoming ever more popular, we’re delighted to have a rising star like Jamie on board to support us. Our aim is to find a national sponsor for the helicopter and having high profile support helps us towards this goal.”

The Johnny Herbert Karting Challenge - which took place on 26 November - raised £20,000 for WNAA, which flies between 120 – 150 missions every month.

Photograph courtesy of Peter Rowe Photography

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Stolen - Mari WTP Cadet 2003   (13/12)

A newly purchased kart intended as a Christmas present was stolen from a locked garage in the Cheylesmore area of Coventry last Sunday evening, 10th December 2006.

The kart was still in its delivery packaging and inside were related documents which the thieves now have. The chassis serial number is believed to be 016762 and the engine number 5256.

It had red plastics and a distinctive Red Bull motif on the front nose cone and the number 42 as can be seen on the photos. The chain guard did not match the plastics as it is blue in colour. Other pieces of equipment stolen when the thieves forced their way into the garage included 2 wets on rims and a child’s small sized Sparco racing suit in blue.

A reward for the recovery of the Kart is being offered and anyone with information as to the whereabouts of this equipment is asked to contact Colin Poulter on 07796 607208 (mobile) or 01308 861200 (office), or by e-mail to colin.poulter1@virgin.net. Information can also be left anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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A Winner Already   (12/12)

Twelve year old Sarah Worthington from Redditch has won a BKIA voucher towards a kart training day. All the visitors at the London Kart & Motorsport Show who showed an interest in starting kart racing were given a free DVD and Start Karting brochure at the Association of British Kart Clubs’ stand supported by the Association of Racing Kart Schools. The names were put in a hat and Sarah’s was the first valid entry to be drawn. Her father Dave Worthington said: “After seven years of running a team in British Superbikes I’ve decided to support Sarah in her ambition to go kart racing. We normally have to spend a lot of money to win anything so this is great.” Meanwhile Sarah could only exclaim: “Yes, yes, I can do karting now!”

The London Kart & Motorsport Show was held last weekend at ExCel, at Docklands in London.

The family plan to race at Shenington, near Banbury. “My background is trials racing, and we’ve got a history of watching the karting at Shenington in my youth,” said Worthington senior. Sarah, who has only tried a little bit of indoor karting so far, will use the £120 voucher towards a try-out in a kart from a local member or the British Kart Industry Association or ARKS school.

The BKIA have kindly donated another voucher to be won at the Autosport International Racing Car Show at the NEC in January where the ABkC will again have a stand to promote the sport of kart racing.

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World Motor Sport Council Of The FIA   (12/12)

During its meeting on 8 December 2006 in Monaco, the World Motor Sport Council of the FIA took the following decisions regarding Karting:

2007 Calendar: The World Council has ratified the calendar of the 2007 CIK-FIA European Superkart Championship. Three events are scheduled, with Magny-Cours/F as the opening round (06 May 2007), then Assen/NL (12 August 2007) and Sachsenring/D (16 September 2007). The Championship final will be a major novelty because there has never before been Superkarts on the hilly circuit that hosts the German Motorcycle Grand Prix.
The World Council has also approved the date and venue of the 2007 CIK-FIA Panamerican Championship: it will take place at Buenos Aires/RA on 20-22 April 2007.
The World Council has accepted two changes of dates:
- the second round of the 2007 CIK-FIA European Championship of the KF1, KZ1 and KZ2 categories, in Varennes sur Allier/F, is moved up one week as opposed to the date initially announced because of a clash of date with the French Formula One Grand Prix to be held at Magny-Cours. The event will therefore take place on 21-24 June 2007;
 - the 2007 CIK-FIA Viking Trophy of the KF2, KF3 and KZ2 categories scheduled for Rudskogen/N is moved up one week as opposed to the date initially announced because of a clash of date with the Norwegian round of the FIA European Rallycross Championship scheduled for Momarken. The event will therefore take place on 29 June-01 July 2007.

Sporting and Technical Regulations: The World Council has approved the Sporting Regulations of the 2007 CIK-FIA North American KZ2 Championship. Eligible drivers: drivers holding an international grade B licence (except B licences holders competing in KZ1 affiliated to ASNs from out of the American continent), and international grade A licence holders from the American continent.
As regards the Technical Regulations of the future KF1 engines, carburettor manufacturers will be allowed to make a homologation extension during the first year of homologation. For these KF1 carburettors, the fixation method is brought to two options, and the breather is standardised.
There have also been clarifications concerning the Technical Regulations as regards exhausts (sheet metal thickness), overalls, seat fixing and the correlation between the width of the rear track and the rear wheel protection system.

2007 International Karting series approved by the FIA: The World Council has approved the following international Karting series: Rotax Mojo Max Challenge Grand Finals, Rotax Mojo Euro Challenge, Middle East Karting Cup, Rok Cup International Final, WSK International Series (Winning Series Karting) and International Open Masters.

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Chris Hart Memorial Trophy   (11/12)

Congratulations to Matt Bell on winning the first running of the Chris Hart Memorial Trophy at Clay Pigeon. This new trophy (according to Matt the best he has ever seen!) was competed for in Senior Extreme TKM and the racing was clean and competitive. A total of £467.64 was raised for Cancer Research with several drivers donating their prize money. Many thanks to all the generous sponsors and others who donated on the day. This will become an annual event so look out for the promotion next season, who will be the next holder of THAT trophy?!

The photograph by Tel T Motorsport Photography shows Matt receiving his trophy from the late Chris Hart’s wife Denise.

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BPKC Final Summer Round   (08/12)

The final round of the BPKC Summer Championship is scheduled for Sunday 17th December. Double championship points are on offer for all classes in addition to special festive prizes. Open practice is available on Wednesday 13th and Saturday 16th December between 10am and 4pm.

Overnight parking is available on Friday and Saturday night.  Entry forms from Sheila Rose, Competition Secretary on 01634 661604.

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2006 Maxxis Formula TKM Festival   (08/12)

A new DVD featuring all the action from this year’s Maxxis Formula TKM Festival at Kimbolton has just gone on sale.

The DVD, which lasts for around one hour, shows the finals from all of the 2 and 4 stroke classes as well as other action and interviews from the heats and pre-finals.

Also included are some breathtaking on-board shots from a number of karts – probably the best ever seen within kart racing – which help make the DVD very exciting viewing.

The DVDs are priced at £19.51p including VAT but excluding post and packing and are available from Tal-Ko Racing on 01767 682020.

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ABkC & Kart Regional Meeting Open Day   (08/12)

Now’s your chance to make your views known to the class regulators. The Association of British Kart Clubs, which is also the MSA Kart Regional Committee, is holding an open meeting immediately after the AGM on Saturday 16th December. The meeting will be held in the Daimler Room at the Holiday Inn Coventry starting at 1.30 pm on Saturday 16th December with tea/coffee available from 1 pm. All are welcome to attend!

After the formal business of the AGM an open meeting will be held with officials of the ABkC / MSA Kart Regional Committee available to answer questions about Karting, the class regulations and ABkC business. Questions may be sent in advance to secretary@abkc.org.uk. The Steering Group members want to know your views on how the ABkC can assist clubs and Karting in general. So don’t miss it!

The Holiday Inn is located near Junction 2 of the M6 (M69 interchange), on the Hinckley Road towards the city of Coventry, the post code is CV2 2HP.

More about the ABkC on www.abkc.org.uk

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Magura Spreads The Love   (07/12)

Are you one of those karters who’ve watched with envy as other drivers proudly take their place on the podium – thanking the Magura brake system for giving them those precious few tenths they needed to take the trophy?

Do you grit your teeth and curse the fact you drive in TKM 2-stroke – because the Magura system isn’t compatible with your class?

Well, those lovely people at Magura have felt your pain –so much so, they’ve only gone and developed an entirely new type of brake system, just for you…

Now that’s what we call love…

The Magura 908.3 brake system will be unveiled at the London Kart Show (9/10 December). From January 2007 onwards any TKM 2 stroke driver can improve their brake system, (as long as they have 2 brake pads and a maximum of four pistons in the callipers.)

The complete 908.3 system weighs-in at a miniscule 2.2kg – meaning you can brake later, harder and with more control without compromising on weight – which all means you can gain time and those all important places on your opponents.

Also at Excel, Venhill will be demonstrating a range of gear change cables, their amazing Featherlight throttle cable and the new stainless steel brake lines, suitable for all types of kart.

For more information about the Magura system, contact Venhill Engineering Ltd on 01306 885111.

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The London Kart Show   (07/12)

The London Kart Show, which takes place this coming weekend at Excel, London, has confirmed an impressive line-up of speakers for its karting workshops. The line-up includes technical advisers, media experts, chassis designers and successful drivers. The kart workshops run both days on Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th December.

Steve Tillett will be advising on how to ensure you have the correct seat positioning and fitting. Steve has been making seats for karts for over 20 years. A one time active karter and very involved in his children’s racing activities, Steve knows how to get the maximum advantage from the kart through this often overlooked aspect of set up. His advice could have considerable impact on your lap times.

George Robinson is probably the leading expert on the Rotax Max engine in the UK and has extensive knowledge on its characteristics and how to get the best from it. Working very closely with the factory, George has his finger on the pulse with new developments within the class as well as being able to offer solutions to any technical queries. He will finish his workshop with questions from the audience.

MSA technical commissioner Kelvin Nicholls will be talking about the unsealing of the Honda GX160 and its maintenance. For 2007, the Honda GX160 engine will have its seals removed in the cadet class. Kelvin will discuss the implications as well as the pros and cons of this development.

Roger Sheffield, a driving force behind the Formula Six philosophy, will be talking about how people can get started in karting and will focus on affordable owner-driver karting in a friendly club atmosphere. He will be joined by Brian Jones, the enigmatic voice behind Brands Hatch, who will be teaching the audience how to handle the media. Brain will be joined by Formula One pundit Tony Jardine on Saturday and a well known driver on Sunday.

The final workshops will be conducted by Adam Jones from 100cc PR who will be talking about gaining sponsorship while Andrew Crighton will discuss the best ways to make the transition from karts to cars. Andrew designed some of the UK’s best karting circuits before becoming more involved with race cars. He will advise on the various disciplines and the budget required to race in these areas.

Now in its fourth year and a new venue, the London Kart Show is the UK’s only exhibition dedicated to the sport of karting and promises to be bigger and better than ever. Exhibitors including race series organisers, circuits, racing teams, engine and chassis manufacturers will preview their latest developments for the 2007 season, with many launching new racing opportunities and looking for up and coming drivers.

For further information visit www.londonkartshow.co.uk. Tickets are available in advance by calling the booking line on tel: 01444 246 456. Ticket prices are £8 in advance or £10 on the door for adults and £5 in advance and £7 on the door for concessions.

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Free Ebook Download   (07/12)

If you fancy reading how to 'Prepare the Honda Gx160 for Open Racing' then here is an early Christmas present. Save the normal price of £20 and get the download version absolutely free!

If your rules allow modifications and you have ever wondered what tuning is possible with the little Honda then this could be for you. Alternatively, if you are someone who just likes to know how things work then enjoy this free download!  This is a Christmas special and will disappear soon!

The 30meg ebook, by Brian Pollard, is available for free by dropping a line to brian@ukpollards.com and mentioning UK Karting!  This offer is a thank you from all at www.ukpollards.com to UKK staff for great support over the last year.

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Kartingextra   (06/12)

Kartingextra.com is continuing to grow rapidly since its launch last month. If you don't already have a free karting driver profile set up you should head over there now to claim yours before someone else does... you even have a chance of winning a set of tyres for your kart!

In addition to the kart profiles, if you are a karting product / service supplier you can get some free advertising on the site by getting in touch with Dave via the email address freeadvertoffer@kartingextra.com

The site includes profiles for a number of well known kart drivers, supporters, mechanics and also has chat, games, and more. Think "myspace" but dedicated to Karting! You don't want to miss out on this hot and exciting new online karting community do you?  No, we didn't think so.

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Special EasyKart Xmas Offer   (06/12)

UK EasyKart importer ACR is offering a special Xmas offer on all new EasyKarts ordered or purchased by 21st December 2006.

Each EasyKart ordered or purchased will include an EasyKart Extra’s pack worth over £60 which will contain:
EasyKart 1Ltr Oil, EasyKart spark plug, Chainlube, EasyKart brake pads and an official EasyKart T-shirt.

For more information or to place your order contact ACR on 01527 889595 or visit www.easykart.co.uk

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2007 Karting Calendar   (05/12)

Hot off the press, the 2007 Karting Calendar is now available from Lodgemark Press. The A3 size spiral-bound calendar features a large colour photo for each month from this year's international events, and has space to write notes and those all-important race dates.

It's an ideal Christmas gift for anyone with an interest in kart racing and can be purchased securely on-line at www.kartingmagazine.com, or from the Karting magazine stand at the London Kart Show. Make sure you pick up your copy now as demand is expected to be high!

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Disabled Driver Steering Wheel   (04/12)

The big news from Italian kart manufacturer CRG concerns their new steering wheel that offers drivers the possibility of using the brake and accelerator via the steering wheel, without the need to take either hand off the wheel at any time.

Features include:
* removable aluminium steering wheel with Alcantara covering
* Brembo radial pump (self adjusting system)
* a fast reacting 'motorcycle type' hand throttle
* ability to swap over the controls

The steering wheel is available with or without a data logger system.

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Using A Magura Can Get You Noticed   (04/12)

Using a Magura can get you noticed by Michael Schumacher!

It might be rainy, wet and cold out on the track sometimes, but you should always give your best performance every time you step into the kart - you never know who might be watching. That’s something Magura sponsored driver James Theodore has discovered – the exciting way.

James has had a great season, thanks to fitting his Magura brake system - topped off with winning the Minimax Motors TV UK Karting Championship on Saturday (25 November), and then going on to win the MBKC Championship on Sunday (26 November), and as we all know, the power of TV is awesome – and a certain F1 superstar has been tuning in and watching the karting action from his home in Switzerland.

Michael Schumacher so impressed with James’ performance that he sent him signed photo, congratulating him on his performance this year, and wishing him luck for the future. Wow!

Perhaps it’s about time you fitted a Magura?!

For more information about the Magura system, contact Venhill Engineering Ltd on 01306 885111.

Photograph courtesy of Paul Longley - www.karting-pix.com

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Chase The Ace On The Track   (01/12)

Motorsport enthusiasts will have the chance to put their driving skills to the test as they ‘chase the ace’ on the indoor kart track at the London Kart Show, held on Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th December at London’s ExCeL. Incorporating the new London Motorsport Show, visitors can take to the track and try to beat the lap time set by former World and British Champions, racing on the Kartex track in Sodi Kart GT270 cc Honda karts. Kartex is a brand new circuit at Finmere airfield, Buckingham which opens in January 2007

To ensure that everyone gets a fair crack at the champions, they range from heavy to cadets and include Martin Pearce, the Chicago 2006 Rock Island Grand Prix winner. Martin has appeared on the rostrum at many high-profile races coming third in both the 2006 European and 2005 World Rotax Championships and British Champion in 2001.

Visitors aged 15 years and over can go on the track. Those under 15 that hold a current racing license will also be allowed to have a go providing they bring their license with them. The cost of a track session will be £10 for ten minutes. Don’t worry if you forget your helmet as there will be some available to borrow for when you are on the track.

Past and present racing champions from all disciplines of motorsport will be on hand to offer racing advice including Formula One pundit Tony Jardine, World Champion Kart driver Martin Hines and Super ICC British Champion Dean Stoneman. Other well known drivers attending include former British kart champion Bob Phair, international motor sports commentator Ken Walker, and world touring car driver Rob Huff.

Now in its fourth year and a new venue, The London Kart Show is the UK’s only exhibition dedicated to the sport of karting and promises to be bigger and better than ever. Exhibitors including race series organisers, circuits, racing teams, engine and chassis manufacturers will preview their latest developments for the 2007 season, with many launching new racing opportunities and looking for up and coming drivers.

Maranello Kart UK, launched at the London Kart Show in 2005, will showcase the new look RS7 and Maranello UK racing team which will be at the MSA Super One and Rotax meetings. Maranello is currently looking for drivers interested in being part of this exciting and vibrant new team. BKC Karting will be displaying the BRM 2007 range of their multi-championship winning karts. These include the JICA/ICA/Rotax, 125cc Gearbox and the new Endurance Prokart. Nigel Moore, JICA Champion Stars of Tomorrow and Champion Malagutti Cup, will be on the stand with Italy’s James Godbehere, JICA Vice Champion Stars of Tomorrow, and JICA 3rd Super One's Dean Stoneman, Super ICC British Champion.

The Historic and Classic Kart Club of Great Britain will showcase an array of karts from the 1960’s including a class one 1963 Buckler Goldstar/Parilla 13 with a twin rail chassis and a four wheel braking system, and a 1969 Barllotti/Hewland Arrow built in 1965 by World Champion Jack Barlow. From class two, a 1960 Trokart with two Clinton A490 engines fitted will be shown. Trokarts were built in their thousands by the Trojan car company and were one of the cheapest karts on the market being easy to assemble and maintain. They will be displayed alongside class four karts such as the 1962 Buckler Ultralite Mk2 with a centrally mounted 197cc Villiers engine and a 1963 Blow Spitfire/Villiers 197cc.

Other karting clubs and companies include manufacturer Dartford Karting, Camberley Kart Club, one of the oldest kart clubs in the country, Dunkeswell Kart Racing Club, KKC Kart Components, Kart Care and Zip Kart. Other exhibitors include JAG Engineering, Sniper, Tenger Tools, Tillett, Alfano and Biland.

There will also be free workshops running each day, offering mechanical advice, racing tips, media awareness and much more from racing professionals and organisations such as the Motor Sports Association and the Association of British Kart Clubs. Speakers include Kelvin Nicholls, MSA Technical Commissioner, Roger Sheffield and commentator Brian Jones.

For further information visit www.londonmotorsport.co.uk or www.londonkartshow.co.uk. To book tickets, call the booking line on tel: 01444 246 456.

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Philip Gough Racing   (30/11)

Philip Gough Racing's Jake Parsons ended his season, and his junior racing in a mixed fashion at Whilton Mill.

After a strong run through the heats including a convincing victory Jake lined up on his Topkart Flash in second on the grid for the final. To make the weekend even better for the team was Ashley White on his Zip Evo starting 4th, in contrast he was in his first junior Max race after moving up from Minimax. Sadly it was not to be with Jake registering his first DNF of the year after running strongly in the front group, Ashley was never far behind and finished in a superb 5th place.
PGR's James Webb had another promising weekend also in juniors with a 6th in the heats and moved through the midfield to 14th in the final with team-mate Alex Magee only a couple of places behind after starting from the tail end of the grid. Jake now moves up into senior Max in 2007.

Philip Gough Racing would like to thank the following for their help in 2006, ZipKart, Ogden Engineering, Soixante Racing, Spellfame and to everyone who has supported us in what has been a great year for the team.

For more information visit the Philip Gough Racing website.  PGR – ZipKart Rotax dealership.

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The Kart Doctor   (30/11)

The Kart Doctor Race Team would like to congratulate Lee Torrie on winning the Whilton Mill 2006 Rotax 177 Club Championship. In what must be one of the most competitive 177 grids in the country Lee showed that he has what it takes to win by wrapping up the championship with races to spare! 2006 has been a great year for Lee - in addition to his Whilton victory he also took a very creditable 2nd at the National O Plate Championship staged at Rowrah.

The Kart Doctor Race Team would like to extend its thanks to Steve Ogden for providing engines of a consistently high quality throughout the year and to Gillard for their superb chassis which are used across The Kart Doctor team.

The Kart Doctor offers high quality training for all levels of driver as well as race support for the Whilton Mill, Rye House and Kimbolton club championships.

For more information on the services offered please take a look at The Kart Doctor website, or visit their awning at any of these circuits for more information on how they can help you to achieve greater successes for 2007.

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Jordon Joins The Young Guns   (29/11)

After a successful maiden outing on the Zip Evo at Shenington almost ended with a victory, Zip Kart are delighted to announce that Jordon Lennox-Lamb will be racing with the Zip Young Guns for the remainder of the JICA winter series.

Zip Kart are excited about Jordon joining the team and very much look forward to the rest of the JICA winter series with all our drivers.

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Cumbria KRC   (29/11)

Cumbria KRC would like to invite all competitors to a free kids (and adults) Christmas party on 9th December at Rowrah commencing at 7pm.

Nibbles and some bubbly will be provided to help us celebrate becoming MSA Club of the Year, but you'll need to bring a bottle to carry on celebrating.

As well as the usual party games for the grown-ups and our Juniors, we also have a free disco. Beware taking on Marion at Musical Chairs though!

It's a great way to round off the season, so get your entries in now and help us end the year in style. Race entries to Marion Fell quickly please, an entry form can be found here.

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The ACR Winter Grand Prix   (28/11)

On Sunday 10th December, the ACR Winter Grand Prix will take place at Speedkarting, Warrington. The new circuit is now the longest indoor circuit in the UK with a lap time estimated at over 60 seconds.

As in previous years this popular event is being staged in aid of The Down’s Syndrome Society (Bristol area). The event will take the format of a Grand Prix with each driver having practice and then five heats with the top ten drivers going through to the Grand Final.  There will also be awards for fastest lap and worst hard luck story!  Places are limited so don’t delay enter today and help support this worthy cause.

There will be a raffle on the day with some interesting prizes including an Easykart test day, a Club100 test day and many other prizes. If anyone is interested in helping support the raffle with a prize please contact ACR on 01527 889595.

An entry form to the ACR Winter Grand Prix is available here.

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Thinking About Car Racing?   (27/11)

Want to make that step up to car racing? Then book on to the Speedworks Ginetta Scholarship. Having moved up to the AVO Ginetta Championship, Speedworks Motorsport is offering its biggest prize yet of a free season in the series worth over £30,000.

Uniquely, all evaluation running takes place in genuine Ginetta race cars and all costs for the season covered are by the prize. If you win, you won’t have to pay a penny. We’ll even have BTCC ace Mike Jordan at the first round giving a masterclass in motorsport.

Come and visit Speedworks at the London Motorsport Show and London Kart Show on 9-10 December, where Team Principal and successful sportscar racer Christian Dick and former scholarship winner Andy Cakebread will be on hand to answer questions.

Places are limited to 200 so book now to avoid disappointment!   For further info visit www.speedworks-ginetta-scholarship.com or call 01606 891762.

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Motors TV Ultimate Karting Challenge   (27/11)

Schumacher congratulates Theodore on Motors TV success!

Motors TV is seen throughout Europe on the satellite channel, including Switzerland, where a certain (former) F1 driver resides, and in an unprecedented turn of events, one driver who has dominated his class all season: leading the championship since round 1, has received a congratulatory note and signed picture by none other than Michael Schumacher. James Theodore was stunned when presented with the photograph by Sam Park in the final programme, which can be seen on Motors TV at 7pm on 11th December. Helen Theodore said "Alan at PSC Productions said he had received a request from someone for our contact details, and thought we would be receiving something in the post in the near future. When I opened the envelope, my chin nearly hit the floor! We decided it would be a nice end to the season for it to be presented in the programme, but it's been really difficult to keep it secret!"

If that's not enough reason to watch, the Cadet race was the closest end to a championship season in living memory: as Danny Sweeney slid off through turn 2 early in the race, Luke Hughes went on to take the championship on the line by 0.001 of a second from Ryan Burns, some 26mm......or thereabouts! The pair tied on points, but Hughes took the Championship by virtue of his earlier wins. Series commentator Alan Taddei of PSC Productions said "You couldn't have written a script that included this scenario and thought it would be anything but fantasy. It was an amazing end to an amazing season. A lot of effort went in to producing the championship from our point of view, but the vision of MBKC's chairman Simon Goodfellow, and the MBKC committee in supporting the championship has to be recognised. In 2007 the championship will move on as a national event, but history will show it all started here." Further information about the 2007 Championship is available at www.kartingtv.tv

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Trent Valley Kart Club   (24/11)

Tal-Ko support for TKM GP Plate!

Alan Turney is kindly supporting the meeting with vouchers for each of the four TKM Classes:

£100 voucher for 1st
 £75 voucher for 2nd
 £50 voucher for 3rd

Send your entries in as soon as possible, closing date is midday on Monday!

Hog Roast and music Saturday evening in the Panorama room. Tickets only £3 per person. Let’s start to build this meeting now and for the future!

Official entry form is on the Club website or available from the Competition Secretary; Tel: 01977 515204, Fax: 01977 516839.

Closing date is rapidly approaching, don’t miss out, enter now!

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British Formula Ford Invitation   (23/11)

The British Formula Ford Championship’s return to iconic 1600 power in 2006 with the all new Duratec engine has given the strongest British Formula Ford season in recent memory.

You are invited to Silverstone on Friday 1st December to see what it’s all about.

A UK Formula Ford spokesperson said; “Our 2006 teams have got exclusive use of the Silverstone circuit to introduce new drivers and karters to the world of Duratec Formula Ford. If you’re serious about your driving career and think you’ve got what it takes, why not come along for the day and meet the teams, see the cars, and have a chat about the ‘07 Championship. We will be offering instruction and coaching to any drivers new to cars.”

"Drivers aged 15 or above with an ARDS or kart licence who are considering the 2007 British Championship and want to test a car are encouraged to contact the Championship Manager Barbara Armstrong who will make introductions. Karters who are under 15 will also be very welcome – we’ll get you a ride around Silverstone with one of our instructors in a Focus ST."

As Motorsport News asked this year, ‘Can you really afford to skip Formula Ford?’

For more information, please visit www.ukformulaford.co.uk or call Barbara Armstrong on 01908 210077.

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2006 Celtic Championship   (23/11)

Llandow Kart Club will once again be holding the Celtic Championship of Wales on 10th December. The format will be Qualifying, Prefinal and Final and there will be prizes to be announced nearer the meeting.

The circuit has had some corners changed and resurfaced and is acknowledged as one of the most challenging tracks in Wales and the South West, which has convinced TKM Super One, Stars of Tomorrow and the MotorsTV UK Karting Challenge to visit in 2007. The Celtic presents an ideal opportunity to learn the track before the Motors TV round on 17th & 18th February, and the Super One on 3rd & 4th March.

As usual practice is available on 9th December and much of the previous week for £35 per day but for weekdays please call the circuit to check on 01446 795568.

Entry costs £45 for non-members and £40 for members and entry forms are available on the Llandow Kart Club website.  All ABkC classes are accepted, subject to an acceptable minimum number of entries.

For more information call the Secretary, Colin Lipscombe on 01685 874814 between 6:30pm and 9:30pm.

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Karting World Championship   (22/11)

In accordance with Article 179 b of the FIA International Sporting Code, the Stewards who were appointed for the CIK-FIA Karting World Championship (held on 1st October 2006 at Angerville/F) summoned four Competitors to appear before a hearing at the FIA headquarters in Paris on Friday 17 November.

The Stewards took the following decisions:

- to exclude Driver No. 7 (Thonon/B, Entrant CRG/I), No. 15 (Antonucci/I, Entrant Vortex/I), No. 32 (Christodoulou/GB, Entrant Genikart/E) and No. 39 (Bottas/FIN, Entrant PDB/NL), on the basis of new video evidence revealing unauthorised mechanical interventions during the starting procedure of the Karting World Championship final.

- to publish a new classification.

The competitors were reminded of their right of appeal.

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NKRA 2007 Series   (22/11)

National Kart Racing Association Championship dates and venues.

The NKRA Series Regional rounds - for Scotland, the north of England & Wales and the south of England & Wales are now available.

For dates / venues and a registration form, view the NKRA page on www.planetkarting.co.uk

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Heard About Televisionet.tv?   (21/11)

It’s the first generalist web tv, totally free! It has live programs and 7 dedicated channels including sport.

You will need to brush up on your Italian as there’s no English translation on the website yet, but the sport channel has the subject go-kart and with the special technology used, multicast and streaming, it allows for high definition images and good transmission.

On Wednesday 22nd November we are promised the International Final of the Super Rok category from South Garda on www.televisionet.tv, as well as videos on demand on the go-kart channel.

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Farndon’s High-Speed Hat Trick   (21/11)

An ex-karter looks set to challenge for the 2007 junior British touring car title, after ending his debut season with a hat-trick of podiums.

Fourteen-year old, Jake Farndon, recently completed his debut season of circuit racing in the Saxmax junior touring car championships and - after establishing himself as a regular top-ten points scorer - he scored his maiden podium finish in the final round of the championship at Snetterton, in Norfolk. That result, combined with several top-tens and a 100% finishing record, helped the former Minimax and Junior Gearbox karter to finish fifth in the overall championship.

Farndon then entered the first ever junior car racing festival at the world-famous Brands Hatch circuit, in Kent. After qualifying third for race one, Farndon kept his cool to record a second consecutive podium finish. He then ran fourth in the second event, until - determined to secure his hat-trick - Farndon overtook a rival on the last corner of the last lap, to take another third place finish.

With his confidence boosted and a year of experience under his belt, Farndon is now looking for some additional sponsorship to help him challenge for race wins and the overall Saxmax title in 2007.

Commenting on the season, he said: "We had a tough start to the season, but as the year's gone by I've felt more and more comfortable with the car. You need that confidence in the car to be able to race at the front and I think we'll definitely find it much easier now that I've learnt all of the circuits."

The Saxmax championship is open to 14-17 year olds and features identical race-prepared Citroen Saxo VTRs, capable of 100mph. Held over ten rounds, the championship visited some of Britain's most famous race circuits, including Silverstone, Donington Park and Brands Hatch.

Before moving into cars, Farndon had already established himself as one of the country's best kart racers, after taking back-to-back club championship titles in 2004 and 2005.

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New Unipro Laptimer and Datalogger   (20/11)

Michael Simpson Motor Sport is pleased to announce that the new Unipro 6003 range of Laptimers and Dataloggers are now available along with the fantastic Uniwatch – The ultimate stopwatch.

Many factory teams have been using the top quality Danish Unipro systems in 2006 including Maranello (2006 Junior European Champions), CRG, Zanardi, Birel, Intrepid etc. etc.. The Unipro system offers a wealth of information to the driver and mechanic, including: speed, RPM, 3 temperatures, tyre wear, engine run times, up to 8 split times (on dash), shift lights etc. All of which can be analysed on the dash or on the fantastic PC software.

The Uniwatch, regarded as the Ultimate stopwatch is also available. This allows the user to time laps and splits for up to 4 drivers then measure and store the tyre temperatures for those drivers at the end of the session with the built in infra-red thermometer. Split times and fastest theoretical laps can be reviewed on the watch or afterwards on a PC. Other features include track surface and ambient temperature facility.

All Unipro products can be viewed on the website and ordered direct. See www.uniprolaptimer.co.uk

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Beware Button... Move Over Mowlem… Shove Over Susie   (20/11)  UPDATED

A crack squad of kart racers has been assembled to take on professional racing drivers and celebrities at the charity Johnny Herbert Karting Challenge this Sunday, 26th November 2006 at The Raceway Docklands.

Adam Jones, boss of Southend-based 100cc PR – a PR and marketing agency for kart racers and companies - says, “This is a fantastic event raising money for a brilliant cause – the Warwickshire and Northamptonshire Air Ambulance – plus it’s a wonderful showcase for some of my drivers. We were offered a late entry and wanted to make the biggest impression possible - and of course when you fill a room with racing drivers, it’s always going to be competitive, I want to win!”

So who’s in this demon squad? Jones (pictured above left, in action assembling his team) talks us through his line-up…

“First up, I’ve got JICA front-runner Mackenzie Taylor. Super Mack’s just joined Zanardi UK and we’re expecting big things of him in the future. Alongside him, is his team-mate Danny Cruttenden. Danny races in Formula A and has just won the first round of the Winter Series. Plus we’ve managed to secure the skills of former Zanardi factory and now Toyota driver development racer, Martin Plowman.

Newly appointed Birel works driver Jamie Croxford is another 100cc PR client. He’s particularly keen to take part because, being from Northampton, supporting the air ambulance is personally important to him. Watch out for the JC, he’s quick and will drive the wheels off whatever he’s given!

Jamie’s enlisted his mate Gary Catt. Catty’s a works Tony Kart driver, so we’ve got another coup – two British factory kart racers (which is a rare thing in itself) in one team!

I wanted a blend of youth and experience in the team - the Dadson Gentlemen’s Challenge is a fantastic series for karters who’re over 35, which I compete in. If I’m being completely honest, I’m a bit rubbish - and seeing as I want the team to win, who better to ask than the new champion, Dave Wooder. He’s joined by 3-time Dadson champ, Melvyn Francis. They’re mega quick and wily old foxes. I reckon we could cause a major upset!”

So, will established motor racing stars like Jenson Button, Johnny Mowlem and Susie Stoddart, plus a host of celebrities, be humbled by the 100cc PR team? The Johnny Herbert Karting Challenge starts 10am at The Raceway Docklands. Spectators by invitation only!

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Kart Racing Promotions Ltd.   (17/11)

The following statement has been released by the organisers of the Easykart event which took place last Sunday.

“Kart Racing Promotions Ltd in association with Club100 confirm that during an owner/driver Easykart race organised by ourselves and held at Buckmore Park Kart Circuit on Sunday 12th November, a collision occurred between two drivers which resulted in Adam Goatley, a 29 year old from Sidcup suffering serious injuries which resulted in his death at Medway Maritime Hospital later in the day.

Police Officers from West Kent attended the scene of the collision and a full report into the collision is being compiled. Health and Safety officers at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council were informed, as was the Medway Coroner.

Kart Racing Promotions Ltd in association with Club100 offer their sincere condolences to Adam's family and friends at this tragic time.”

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Taylor Impresses On Zanardi Debut   (14/11)

Mackenzie Taylor surprised a few people at the first round of the Winter Series last weekend (4th/5th November) – being seen for the first time jumping into his brand new Zanardi kart. Super Mack then drove from 24th to 9th place in the 1st heat - and in an action-packed A final ran as high as 3rd.

Team boss Kieran Crawley expressed his delight at his new driver’s pace, “Mackenzie’s performed extremely well. He’s adapted to the new chassis and team environment very quickly. His approach to everything was spot-on and we couldn’t have asked for much more - apart from luck!” And the teenager certainly seemed to have enjoyed himself, “The chassis’s great and the motors are very good. I overtook 15 people in the first race, so we know we’ve got the pace”.

Mackenzie will be competing in the remaining Winter Series rounds before mounting an assault on next year’s Super 1 and European JICA Championships - “This year was the learning year. Next season, I’m going to go for it - I’m in it to win it”.

Crawley was also forthright, “We have very high expectations for next year. Not just of Mackenzie but also of John (Norris, also in JICA) and of course, Danny (Cruttenden, in Formula A). And with Ollie Millroy now leading Zanardi’s international assault, Mackenzie has joined the team at a very exciting and promising time in its history.

Follow Mackenzie’s fortunes throughout the Winter Series, visit www.mackenzietaylor.co.uk or www.zanardikart.co.uk

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker – www.kartpix.net

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Are Cars Your Next Step?   (14/11)

Advent Motorsport, having specialised in introducing young drivers to car racing over the past 7 years, can offer this transition for anybody interested.

As an ARDS approved instructor, Andrew Crighton, can provide quality tuition utilising a race prepared car with techniques on gear changing, braking etc. Tuition can commence for those of 14 years and above who are seeking to enter any of the new junior circuit racing categories. This can be taken forward to single-seater work as well.

For further information contact Andrew Crighton on 01732 887474 or 07736 070002 or e-mail: info@adventmotorsport.co.uk

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Camberley Kart Club Winter Series   (13/11)

Now is the time to enter the Winter series at Blackbushe. First round 25th November. This technical and physically demanding track has just been resurfaced and is in great shape, benefiting from new kerbs and rumble strips as well. This series is a great place to start your Karting or keep race fit for the National Championships, so whatever your karting experience. Come on down!

Open to all classes and to members of any ABkC club at standard entry fee. This series has points for heats and finals, so for a small registration fee compete in this series over the 4 winter months.

Get full details by contacting CKC Chairman/Competition Secretary Mrs. Elaine Buxton on 01276 512691, or e-mail colin_buxton@lineone.net or visit www.camberley-kartclub.co.uk

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Cumbria Kart Racing Club   (13/11)

Cumbria Kart Racing Club has been voted the top motor club in the UK by the British motor sport’s governing body, the Motor Sports Association.  A delighted spokesperson at the club had the following to say.

“The members and committee of the Club are delighted to have had the hard work over a number of years recognised in this way by our governing body.

This isn't just an award for the club, but for everyone who sets foot through the gate and turns a wheel on track. So many factors have contributed to us winning this award, and we are humbled to be placed in the same company as clubs which have one it before. Winning this in the 50th anniversary year makes it very special indeed and justified recognition for our branch of motorsport for the contribution it makes to the sport as a whole. Karting sometimes unjustifiably gets a bad press, but we remain convinced that it's the best form of the sport and provides some of the best action you'll ever see.

It also marks a Cumbrian double, Wigton Motor club having won it last year.

We are looking forward to going to London and mixing again with some of the stars who started their careers off at Rowrah."

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2007 MSA Championships   (13/11)

Kart competitors are reminded that in order to compete in the above Championships in 2007 the minimum licence requirement is Kart National 'A' + 5 additional signatures.

This means that you must have obtained MSA Stewards' signatures on the reverse of your Competition Licence(s) (or from 1.1.2007 Competition Licence Upgrade Card) confirming that you have competed in a further 5 Kart Events. If you have competed in at least 5 rounds of either Super 1 or Stars of Tomorrow Championship you will be automatically recognised as having the necessary qualification and only production of your 2007 Kart National 'A' Competition Licence will be necessary. For those competitors who have not collected the required additional signatures Official result sheets may be accepted.

Please refer to the Championship website or your Championship Co-Ordinator for further clarification.

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Trent Valley Kart Club - 2nd/3rd Dec   (10/11)

TVKC will be holding this event at PFI Kart circuit. It will be run as part of the 2nd/3rd December meeting. The meeting is open to TKM Extreme, Junior TKM (not Intermediate) and both Junior and Senior 4 stroke classes. The winners of each class will be presented with the ‘GP’ Plate, a noted award, recognised nationally, which they will be able to display on their karts at all subsequent kart meetings throughout the country.

However there is a set minimum number which must be achieved to race each class, so an early and enthusiastic response is needed, there may be a maximum number of entries applied also.

The meeting is open nationally to all valid MSA Licence holders with a National ‘A’ licence or above. There will be one heat on Saturday plus heat and Final(s) on Sunday. The entry fee is £80, which includes practice on Saturday; Friday practice is optional at extra cost.

Official entry form is on the Club website or available from the Competition Secretary; Tel: 01977 515204, Fax: 01977 516839. Closing date for entries is 25th November.

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Millroy Signs For Zanardi Works Team   (10/11)

Following his very successful season in ICA, newly crowned British champion Ollie Millroy has signed for the Zanardi works team for 2007 and will be run in KF1 (Formula A) by the very experienced Dino Chiesa. His race programme will take him to several parts of the world and include all of the major European races and the World and European Championships.

“I am over the moon to be teaming up with Dino at Zanardi and I am really looking forward to working with him next season. He is vastly experienced and has managed some of the top drivers including of course Alex Zanardi and four current Formula 1 drivers, Lewis Hamilton, Nico Rosberg, Tonio Liuzzi and Robert Kubica.

“Joining Zanardi will mean me spending a lot more time in Italy, which I am looking forward to, but before the start of the season I will be busy testing the new KF1 engines, learning the language and continuing my fitness programme.

“I was very privileged to have had no less than four offers of works drives for next season but it was felt that with Dino’s hands on approach and will to win, his was the best option to enable me to take the next step forward in my career. We intend to be very busy and testing has already started for the start of next season.

“Although I am obviously delighted to be joining Zanardi, I can’t thank enough the people who have helped me during the last two years, including Birel, Andy Cox, Fred at GKS, my mechanic Micky Higham (Moose) and of course Ricky Flynn of RFM who has worked endlessly for the success we have had. I will miss my ‘mates’ in the team and wish them well for the future.

“I would also like to thank my new sponsors Arai and Lucky Design and my existing sponsors Alpinestars, Tapco Homecare Services, JML Associates and MPR Associates for their continued support”.

To follow Ollie’s and Zanardi’s progress visit Ollie’s website on www.olliemillroy.com

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BPKC Summer Championship   (09/11)

The BPKC Club Meeting on the 19th November, round 7 of the summer championship is expected to attract a bumper entry with many of Buckmore's local drivers returning after completion of the various national championships.

Open practice is available between 10am and 4pm on Wednesday 15th November and Saturday 18th November.  Overnight parking available on Friday and Saturday.

For more details please contact Sheila Rose, Club Secretary on 01634 661604.

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Dadson Ding-Dong Heads To Finale   (08/11)

This coming Sunday 12th November, more than twenty nutters - who’re old enough to know better - are travelling to Lydd for the final round of the Dadson Gentlemen’s Challenge, and the title race is going down to the wire.

Three drivers are capable of winning the championship – Melvyn Francis, Richard Friend and Dave Wooder will not want to lose a single race on Sunday, and let’s not forget a chasing pack of drivers - who will all be fighting for final positions in the points table.

It’s going to be a weekend packed with drama, incident and excitement.  Further information on the Dadson Gentleman's Challenge can be found on their website, or by e-mailing Dannie Pennell at teamdadson@aol.com

Photograph courtesy of Dave Baker - DSB Photographic

Lee Wood Memorial Trophy

This weekend also sees the introduction of the Lee Wood Memorial Trophy, in memory of the Project 1 mechanic who tragically lost his life in a car accident earlier this year.

Series sponsor, Dannie Pennell said “Lee was a popular figure, not just in the Dadson series as Dave Wooder’s mechanic but in karting in general. We wanted to do something in memory of Lee because he absolutely loved racing and a race in his honour just seemed natural.”

Lee’s friend, Dave Wooder, added, “It’s such a shame he’s not here. We were having such a good year. I just hope we can do him proud and put on a great race and of course, me win it!”

Come and cheer on the Dadson Gentlemen as they fight for the championship and the Lee Wood Memorial Trophy. Why not bring the whole family and give yourself and the other half a break from cooking and washing up - the carvery at the Heron clubhouse is excellent!

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Briggs & Stratton Racing   (08/11)

In 2007, Briggs & Stratton Racing will unveil a brand-new look in competition.

Only a handful of registered logos have been used since Briggs & Stratton’s founding in 1908 and now racing is a part of this history. “This logo is a way for us to celebrate our involvement in the sport of racing. Our passion for racing is now seen in both our products and our look” commented David Klaus - Briggs & Stratton Racing Manager.

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Helmets Go Missing   (07/11)  UPDATED

After the recent MBKC meeting at Three Sisters (Wigan) on 29th October, two helmets that Dan Baker took to the circuit could not be found, in spite of a meticulous search.

It may have been a misunderstanding between Dan and his father believing that the other had put the helmets safely away, and so it was not until late on that it was realised they were missing. One is a Bell and the other a very distinguishable Arai. The total value of both helmets combined is in the region of £1600 and Dan desperately wants them back.

The picture (above left) shows the Arai GP5-K which has 'D. Baker' 'Century Race Preparation' and 'Aerial View' written on it.

If anyone has found the helmets in the back of their van by mistake the Baker family would appreciate hearing from them, as they would from any persons with any information whatsoever at Dan@danbaker-racing.co.uk

UPDATE - Thursday 09/11.  Dan is very pleased to report that his two crash helmets were returned to the Three Sisters circuit yesterday and thanks everyone for their interest and support in securing the speedy recovery of them.

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Chris Hart Memorial Trophy   (06/11)