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Archive for August, 2011

Martin Hines 1948-2011

Wednesday, August 31st, 2011

On Sunday 29th August Martin Hines, universally known as Mr Karting, died aged just 65 following his battle with cancer.
He was a 3x FIA World Karting Champion, in 1983, 1991 and 1992, five-time European and six-time British Champion.
Martin is widely known as the owner of Zip Kart, where he played an instrumental role in the [...]

Double Top For Sodi Drivers

Wednesday, August 31st, 2011

From Taylor International Motorsports

Once again, Taylor International Motorsports’ Team Drivers put on an impressive show both in the UK at the Brazilian Cup at Whilton and in Essay, France for Round 2 of the U18 World Championships. Despite a mix of weather – both here and in France – the Sodi ST32 TTT chassis [...]

Tamworth Karting Pro Kart Challenge

Friday, August 26th, 2011

Tamworth Karting, the popular midlands outdoor circuit situated 5 minutes from Junction 10 of the M42 motorway, has opened its doors to non members wishing to compete in the circuits Pro Kart Challenge.

No registration fees are required for owners of GX160 or GX200 engined Pro Karts to compete in the last 2 rounds of the [...]

Ginetta Super One MSA/TKM Series Round 5: Clay Pigeon, Dorset 20-21.8.11

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011

With the focus on consolidating and improving points positions, 131 drivers arrived at the Dorset hill top circuit of Clay Pigeon for the fifth of seven rounds in the championship. Drivers are permitted to drop their two worst scoring finals. Racing Steps Foundation supported Ben Barnicoat stormed to two KF3 wins, whilst Jamie Caroline [...]

The Boys Are Back In Town!

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011

From Taylor International Motorsport
We’ve been away for a couple of weeks R&R but were back with a vengeance – and two new T.I.M. Team members – at Shenington at the weekend. With strong grids in all classes, new boys Ben Palmer (Senior Rotax) and Piers Prior (Minimax) hit the ground running on Saturday setting [...]

T.I.M Sodi Team Welcomes Ben Palmer

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011

From Taylor International Motorsport
Josie and Tim are pleased to welcome Ben Palmer to the T.I.M. Team. Ben who started karting age 5 has a wealth of experience in the sport and has claimed many prestigious wins in his career including a 5th place in Super One Cadet and a 3rd place in Super One Minimax to name [...]

IKF Pioneer One-Way Driver Communication During Races!

Saturday, August 20th, 2011

The International Karting Federation in America have decided to implement ‘RACEceivers’ technology to improve karter safety, awareness of on-track hazards and penalties during the next 2-Cycle Grand Nationals. The system allows stewards to have direct one-way communication with drivers on track.
It’s not unusual in the endurance karting scene for teams to implement similar technology to [...]

Half Price Practice for Rotax 177 Entrants at Dunkeswell KRC for August.

Tuesday, August 16th, 2011

All Rotax 177 entrants will benefit from half price practice fees on Saturday 27th August and race at members rates on Sunday 28th August. This amounts to a massive £35 reduction in race entry fees. So why not get yourself down to East Devon and see what we have to offer.
Entry can be made online [...]

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