Fancy cars take over speedway (8) Aug 9, 2009
"Stiller, who initially wanted to buy a go-kart before getting into Legend racing, agreed that it's a thrill to get behind the wheel."It is such an adrenaline rush," he said. "In a split second, it could all go wrong, but most of the time, it's great and it's just such a rush to do that. I'll go home and four hours after a race, I still can't sleep. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Superlight Mazda MX5 Aug 7, 2009
Peugeot, Opel, Mini and Honda have some sweet hatches, but will they pass our go-kart test. What are smaller, greener and fairly less pricey than those SUVs in the Q7, X5 and XC90 clan. (iAfrica.com)
Zevenbergen wins second striaght Stock Car feature at Park Jefferson Aug 3, 2009
He held off point leader Zach Andrum while former go-kart racer Cody Thompson took third. Cain took advantage of a caution flg to get around Jeff Regnerus in the Hobby Stocks feature. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Speedway hopes new track will hit pay dirt Jul 31, 2009
DAYTONA BEACH -- A quarter-mile dirt track for motorcycle and go-kart racing will find a temporary home beside Daytona International Speedway, according to plans released Thursday ... Construction of the dirt track, which will be made of lime rock, is scheduled to begin in the fall, and track officials hope it will be ready for the December go-kart races. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Driver diary Jul 25, 2009
I think winning a go-kart race at Indy or Daytona would be the coolest thing. I don't think it matters what kind of race it is. (USA Today -- Sports)
Nielsen one of the youngsters coming around at I-35 Jul 24, 2009
Nielsen, T.J. Stalker and Alex Hanson grew up racing go-karts together ... But when asked who was the better go-kart driver of the three, he didn t have an answer. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Hot hatch pull factor Jul 19, 2009
In third (and a little surprising) is the JCW. Mini is renowned for its optimal handling and go-kart precision, but no, the power in this case just causes tyre squeal and progressively more understeer ... The Civic feels like a big car but around the go-kart track the tight and precise steering allows you to turn in, put your foot on the power pedal, and the diff sends the power to the correct wheel, resulting in the car's ability to take corners more tightly and thus more quickly. (iAfrica.com)
La Crosse Interstate Fair Jul 19, 2009
Special Go-Kart Race, 1 p.m.. Amanda s Academy of Dance. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Pop Quiz: Asher Roth Jul 19, 2009
His big hit "I Love College" celebrates the joys of getting an education outside the classroom by dropping science with lines such as "Time isn't wasted when you're getting wasted." His latest, "Lark on My Go-Kart," focuses on getting lucky in the backseat. Is it any wonder Eminem sounds so paranoid on his new album. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Driver Profile: Jay Fannasy Jul 16, 2009
DIVISIONS COMPETED IN: Go-karts and Super Sportsman. CAREER WINS: 12 Go-kart wins. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
NB marks 106th birthday Jul 16, 2009
G-Force Go-Kart Races for all ages from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Pony Village Mall. Birthday cake cutting, 2 p.m., next to Sozos. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Deannas fine foods Jul 14, 2009
Firstly, the model-turned actress of movies like Selubung (in which she won Best Actress honours at the 10th Malaysia Film Festival in 1992), Ringgit Kassorga (1995) and Chermin (2007) proved to be more than a pretty face: shes a race car driver whos a regular at the Merdeka Millenium Race (an annual 12-hour race held at the Sepang International Circuit) and has had a go at go-kart and saloon car racing. Then, came the revelation that shes a competent singer/songwriter with two solo albums... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
County fair bounces back with new attractions Jul 14, 2009
In place of the rodeo, the go-kart races have been moved to Thursday night, with lawnmower racing Friday night and a 14-match Mid-Missouri Mixed Martial Arts fight starting at 7 p.m. on Saturday. "I'm excited about the wrestling event on Saturday -- I think that'll draw a really good crowd," Lee said. (Fulton Sun, MO)
ST. CHARLES PARISH POLICE REPORT Jul 11, 2009
A go-kart valued at 200 was stolen from 210 Paul Maillard Drive, Luling. A weed eater valued at 300 was stolen from a vehicle parked at 213 Amelia St., Destrehan. (L Observateur, LA)
Thomas James Murphy TomApril 5, 1949 - July 6, 2009 Jul 9, 2009
During this time, he became involved in racing go-karts. In December of 1971, he raced at the National Go-Kart races in California and finished third in his class. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
RETAIL: Recession leaves cities coping with empty big-box stores Jul 8, 2009
In Texas, an indoor go-kart track ... In Round Rock, Texas, a former Wal-Mart was converted into a go-kart track for a time. (North County Times)
Hatten remembered with night of racing Jul 7, 2009
From street stocks and cruisers to mini-sprints and go-karts revved and romped their way through the mud for prizes and trophies until midnight ... We had bike races, go-karts and class for first time drivers, said Marie Hatton ... His passion for his family and vehicles grew with a dozen offspring racers carrying on the tradition, including a great-grandson Cody in the go-kart. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Last man standing: Missoula's Brown wins the main event after a weekend of racing at Big Sky Kartway Jul 6, 2009
People look at our cars and say, Oh, they are cute, they are a little go-kart,' said Brown, who owns Brown's Towing and Brown's Racing in Missoula. Well they are an animal. (Missoulian, MT)
Outlaws bring act to Missoula: New track at the Wye to host Outlaw Go Kart racers from far and wide this weekend Jul 4, 2009
But this weekend will feature some of the top Outlaw Go Kart racers around as the first Wild West Shootout comes to the newborn Big Sky Kartway. Racers from near and far, Karts from box stocks to 500cc, will converge on the new track, located just west of Missoula behind Muralt's truck stop at the Wye. (Missoulian, MT)
Batmobile go-kart: ‘Dark' aspirations - Man hopes homemade ‘Tumbler' catches on Jun 26, 2009
Missoulian: Batmobile go-kart: Dark' aspirations - Man hopes homemade Tumbler' catches on ... Batmobile go-kart: Dark' aspirations - Man hopes homemade Tumbler' catches on ... Tully Sanem built his homemade Batmobile go-kart in the small garage behind his apartment after seeing advertisements for The Dark Knight last year. (Missoulian, MT)
• Go kart, go ... Jun 25, 2009
Times-News: Magicvalley. to register or to login to your Magicvalley. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
BOWLES:NASCAR's best five road racers may surprise you Jun 19, 2009
"I've just always liked it," Stewart said of a history of road course success that also includes a national go-kart championship. "Driving cars with suspension, and definitely driving cars that you had to shift, that's something that came relatively easy to me, and still comes easy to me as far as knowing how to synchronize the gears without having to use the help of the clutch. Even in the sports cars that I've driven with guys who have driven road courses all their life, I've gotten out of the... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
• Community news May 30, 2009
Raffle prizes include a whole beef and a go-kart. Tickets are 1 or 6 for 5. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Heritage Cup go kart races get green flag May 28, 2009
The Montpelier resident raced last year in the go kart division called Junior Champ Kart, Purple Restrictor Plate, but this year is in the same class as another local 10-year-old, Dalton Gilland ... Just because the Hartford City Heritage Cup Go Kart Races are free for spectators though, doesn t mean they don t cost anything ... Sponsors Hartford City Paper, NAPA, Huggins Auto and Gentis Tire are covering the costs of bringing the go kart races here the day after the Blackford County 4-H and... (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Suzuki Swift sensation May 27, 2009
And, thanks to the shorter wheelbase, nimbly zip in and out of tight spots with the ease of a go-kart or MINI driver: turning circle is only 4. 7 metres; steering is responsive and light but not overly so. (iAfrica.com)
Largest international go-kart circuit in Malacca May 15, 2009
MALACCA: The state is now home to the largest international go-kart circuit in the country following the officially opening of the Malacca International Motorsports Circuit (MIMC) in Durian Tunggal recently ... The circuit comes with state of the art technologies and facilities and was built not only for go-kart racing but also other motorsports like motorcycle and car races, he told reporters after signing a plaque to officiate the opening of the circuit recently. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Ambrose seeking gold in NASCAR and elsewhere May 14, 2009
He was a go-kart champion growing up back home, eventually advancing to open-wheel series in Australia and Europe. After two V8 Supercar titles in his homeland, Ambrose knew his next move had to be to the United States to try his hand at stock cars. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Gas price dip lightens load on economy May 13, 2009
Any kid roaring around the go-kart track at Dixieland Fun Park can inform you on the economics of gas prices: lower prices equal longer rides ... Matthew Schreinder, rider operator supervisor at Dixieland Fun Park in Fayetteville, fuels go-karts at the fun park ... Here, we can offer unlimited go-karts because gas prices are reduced. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Racer is speed dreamin' May 7, 2009
Childhood memories maybe, all those Sunday afternoons driving Go Karts back in Idaho. The idea of winning. (Fresno Bee)
Dead Rising 2 First Look Apr 29, 2009
Watch "Lark on my Go Kart" music video. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. (IGN PC Games)
• A class of their own for Pepsi Late Models Apr 18, 2009
"Jeff Wade, who will pilot the No. 9 car this season, is starting this evening's events as a true rookie in the series. The Paul resident just recently purchased the late model car from McKean Motorsports and is hoping to draw from the experience he has collected in five years of go-kart racing."I thought this would be a new venture for me and I am kind of excited about doing something different," Wade said. "I am a little bit nervous, but I'm looking forward to this. The car needs some... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Chuck Stark: Handlers Still Giving Racers a Place to Race Apr 11, 2009
With a little configuring here and there, you could have go-kart racing, stock-car racing, drag-racing, sports car-club racing the whole gamut. For a time, there was a concern that property near the existing track would be needed for expansion by the Port. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Castroneves' father says he set up Panama company Apr 4, 2009
"No,'' the elder Castroneves replied.Prosecutors say Castroneves secretly controlled Seven and should have paid taxes on $5 million from the Penske contract because it was supposed to go to Seven's accounts. They also say Seven was used in an illegal shell game to help the younger Castroneves avoid paying taxes on a lucrative sponsorship contract from the Brazilian firm Coimex.Defense attorneys counter that if the younger Castroneves didn't own Seven, he doesn't owe any U.S. taxes.The elder... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Castroneves' father testifies he established Panama company Apr 4, 2009
5 million he had spent on his son's racing career beginning with go-kart circuits in the 1980s. The father formerly ran a company that supplied tubing for sugar cane processors and also owned several rental properties. (USA Today -- Sports)
Swiss rookie Buemi fired up to push harder for more points Apr 2, 2009
Switzerland has been eagerly waiting for an F1 driver for the past 14 years, said Bottinelli, who was highly impressed with the young driver s commitment to racing ever since he was crowned Swiss champion in the mini go-kart category at the age of nine. Buemi moved up fast and went on to become European go-kart champion in 2002 and took to single-seater car racing the following year. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Nice weather is coming. Check out our list of outdoors activities. Mar 28, 2009
Plantation Valley Kart Ranch, Virginia International Raceway, Alton, go-kart rentals ... com) offer indoor racing tracks and rental go-karts. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
New pizza franchise entering Valley market Mar 25, 2009
Besides pizza, America's Incredible Pizza offers bowling, miniature golf, go-kart racing, bumper cars and more than 100 games. It's an example of a handful of relatively recession-proof businesses, such as food stores, liquor outlets and entertainment venues, that are expanding in this tough retail market. (AZCentral -- Business)
NASCAR drivers don't like F1's new pts. system Mar 22, 2009
The Paralyzed Veterans of America will team with Richard Petty to host an endurance go-kart race in May in Mooresville, N.C.. "King's Cup Karting for a Cause" will be a four-hour endurance go-kart race, and Petty will be the honorary chairman. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Wood on Words: Students share their visions of the American dream Mar 21, 2009
I want a go-kart to race around the block. Some are focused on relationships and family. (Medfield Press, MA)
There's a new green feeling in sports car racing Mar 20, 2009
"Michael recommended my dad buy me a go-kart for my fourth birthday, and that's how I got started.'' Asked if a ride for AGR in IndyCar might be in his future, the youngster said, "IndyCar, NASCAR, I just want to be a professional driver. Formula One would be awesome. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Old Town Low-Cost Family Fun in Kis... Mar 19, 2009
Visitors can ride a mechanical bull, play laser tag, have a sepia portrait taken in old-fashioned clothes, get a tattoo, have their hair braided, visit a wax museum, look under the hood of a classic car or take the wheel of a bumper car or go kart. The very daring may want to try the Old Town Slingshot, which catapults riders 365 feet in the air, or the Windstorm Roller Coaster with its 80-degree banks. (Suite101.com)
Auto Racing: Practice at Midway Speedway Mar 18, 2009
Practice for stock cars, modifieds, late models and sprints will be from 1-3 p.m. with go-kart practice from 3-5 p.m. each of the Saturdays. Pit passes will be $10 per person with grandstand seating free. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Local Auto Racing Mar 15, 2009
WAYNESBORO Saturday's rain wiped out the oval track and go-kart practice at Eastside Speedway. The oval track practice has been rescheduled for today. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Axlemaker Dana, Leaving Idyllic 'Palace,' Auctions Candelabras, Go-Karts Mar 15, 2009
Dana, Leaving Idyllic Palace, Auctions Candelabras, Go-Karts - Bloomberg ... Dana, Leaving Idyllic Palace, Auctions Candelabras, Go-Karts ... The company hoped to do better selling candelabras, go-karts, and a gold-plated warrior helmet. (Bloomberg -- US)
Rotoworld: Mid-Pack attack for Las Vegas Feb 28, 2009
The facility covers over a dozen forms of racing, including a go-kart track, a 4,000-foot drag strip, a 3/8 mile "bullring" oval, a couple of road courses, paved and dirt short tracks, motocross circuits and a Cup Superspeedway. It is also home to several racing schools like the Richard Petty Driving Experience and the Mario Andretti Racing School. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Chris Keller National Convention notes Feb 28, 2009
Understanding that concept and putting it to use in my go karts and now Formula Ford, and learning how to tune my cars, has shortened the learning curve. "Mark Donohue is definitely one of the top road racers of all time, and to have my name mentioned in the same breath as his is really an honor and a privilege," Keller said with respect to the heroes of the sport. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
* [TECHNOLOGY] All to play for Feb 26, 2009
One or two people awkwardly waving a Wii pad around trying to make a virtual go-kart turn a corner. Perhaps it should not come as a surprise that the majority of people at these shows are more interested in the PlayStation and Xbox than Nintendos Wii. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Electric car driven Feb 25, 2009
We weren't allowed to drive the Stella on public roads - the Federal Government agency that keeps a strict watch over the vehicles that can drive on our roads would only allow Subaru staff to get behind the wheel - so we went to the VACC Park go-kart complex in the shadow of Melbourne's West Gate Bridge ... On this setting it was possible to do a lap of the go-kart circuit at a decent clip without once touching the brake pedal. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
5 Questions with Matt DiBenedetto Feb 15, 2009
You made your racing debut at 7 years old on a Northern California go-kart track. Do remember that ride. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
MARTIN: Behind the scenes with Dale Earnhardt, Jr., commercial star Feb 8, 2009
The garage is nestled away in the Iredell County countryside, behind iron gates and beyond a sign on the driveway that says "Dirty Mo' Acres." Off to the right is a high-banked go-kart track that would be the envy of any kid growing up. And still under construction is a huge mansion that will soon be home to NASCAR's most popular driver. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
