In the early 1980s, our engineers began to adapt our already popular Rotax motorcycle engines to kart racing. Since then, BRP Rotax has emerged as a leading player in the kart engines business offering a safer and more affordable karting experience without compromising on performance or the fun factor. Testament to the popularity of Rotax engines are the many Formula 1 pilots who started their racing careers in the seat of karts with Rotax engines like Max Verstappen, Kimi Raikkonen, Jenson Button, Giorgio Pantano, Anthony Davidson, Esteban Gutierrez and Robert Kubica. Rotax engines have won the most kart racing titles – and still leads the list of overall championship titles.
11/09/26
BRP-Rotax is proud to announce that the Rotax E10 electric power unit has received CIK-FIA Approval, marking another important milestone in the continued development of the Rotax E-Kart programme.
The approval represents significant international recognition for the innovative E10 platform. For the CIK-FIA Karting, the approval of electric power units places particular importance on meeting...
08/09/26
Round 6 of the Rotax MAX Challenge (RMC) Sweden and Nordic Championship 2026 was once again included on the program at the historic Kanonloppet (Cannon Race) at Gelleråsen Arena on August 13-15, for drivers aged 14 years and over in the Rotax Senior MAX category. The top two competitors following the big weekend of racing were awarded with a special Porsche 718 test day to experience the power of the GT car on the big track at the historic Karlskoga circuit.
The attraction for a record entry list of almost 50 drivers stems not only from the vital RMC series points at round 6 of 8 in the RMC Sweden, but also the chance to be honoured as the Nordic...
27/08/26
The first edition of the Swedish Rotax E10 Mini Series featured at the Gelleråsen Arena during the legendary Kanonloppet (Canon Race) over the weekend of August 13-15, 2026, marking the historic launch of the highly-anticipated E-Kart category. This is the beginning of the new electric racing era taking off in Sweden with the Rotax E-powertrain designed for competitors aged 10 to 13 years. The Rotax E20 Junior and E20 Senior classes had previously appeared on the national race calendar for the Swedish E-kart Championship prior to this as well.
Gunskirchen, Austria, August 27, 2026
The unique motorsport event at Karlskoga is a true festival of racing, comprising the Porsche Carrera Cup Scandinavia and Sprint Challenge Scandinavia, V8s and...
21/08/26
The Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy is entering its final stretch. At the season finale in Třinec, Czech Republic, from September 10 to 13, the championships will not only be decided in the classic Rotax categories. The Rotax E20 categories will once again be part of the international race weekend, adding a unique dimension to the grid with their all-electric powertrain.
Following the E20 category's first appearance of the season in Genk, the all-electric racing kart will return for the season finale with two classes on track.
The focus will be firmly on direct...
21/08/26
The Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy is entering its final stretch. At the season finale in Třinec, Czech Republic, from September 10 to 13, the championships will not only be decided in the classic Rotax categories. The Rotax E20 categories will once again be part of the international race weekend, adding a unique dimension to the grid with their all-electric powertrain.
https://www.rotaxmaxchallenge-eurotrophy.com/Following the E20 category's first appearance of the season in Genk, the all-electric racing kart will return for the season finale with two classes...
11/08/26
Karting Solutions Group, the US distributor for BRP-Rotax karting products and home of the Race Rotax brand, is confirming a key detail for racers ahead of the 2026 SKUSA SuperNation-als: Rotax engines from any country are eligible to compete in Senior MAX and Mini MAX at this year’s event, not just US sealed engines
Gunskirchen, Austria, August 10
To compete, engines must conform to the 2026 Global Rotax MAX Challenge Technical Regulations.
Engines must be sealed by an authorized Rotax Service Center, and each...
08/08/26
Karting Solutions Group, the US distributor for BRP-Rotax karting products and home of the Race Rotax brand, is confirming a key detail for racers ahead of the 2026 SKUSA SuperNationals: Rotax engines from any country are eligible to compete in Senior MAX and Mini MAX at this year's event, not just US sealed engines.
To compete, engines must conform to the 2026 Global Rotax MAX Challenge Technical Regulations. Engines must be sealed by an authorized Rotax Service Center, and each driver must have their Engine...
30/07/26
For the first time, Rotax Mini MAX will join Senior MAX at the SKUSA SuperNationals in 2026, and the prize package for the Rotax MAX Challenge (RMC) Trophy Final has been expanded to give winners their choice of championship stage.
With the 2026 RMC Grand Finals in Portimão, Portugal, rescheduled to the same window as the SKUSA SuperNationals in Las Vegas, KSG & TPK Promotions heard directly from the American karting...
22/07/26
The Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy Le Mans has delivered another exciting week of highly-competitive racing in France from July 13-18. The European edition of the RMCIT now leads in attendance on the Rotax Racing calendar, where competitors use their own or team-supplied equipment. Surpassed only by the RMC Grand Finals in entries, the worldwide interest still grows after eight years.
RMC IT - Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy 2026
Circuit International Karting du Le Mans
Le Mans (FR) July 13-18
This time, it brought together 47 nationalities, where many of the...
21/07/26
In excellent weather conditions, the superb organisation by 3MK Events, in collaboration with BRP-Rotax, enabled the 370 drivers from 47 nations across five continents competing in the 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy to take part in an intense and spectacular competition at the Le Mans circuit.
The eighth edition of this event confirmed its standing and global impact through races that were both lively and full of suspense. Sportsmanship was evident across all six categories thanks to...
16/07/26
This August marks an exciting new chapter for electric karting in Scandinavia as the E10 Cham-pionship makes its Swedish debut at one of the country's most prestigious motorsport events – the legendary Kanonloppet at Gelleråsen Arena.
For the first time, young drivers aged 10 to 13 will compete in a dedicated E10 race during the iconic race weekend, bringing the next generation of motorsport talent to one of Sweden's most...
10/07/26
The Rotax Racing Club family continues to grow: Rotax Racing Club Austria is set to become the newest Arrive-and-Drive destination under the Rotax banner, and the first karts have already arrived at Speedworld Bruck an der Leitha.
Gunskirchen, Austria, July 10, 2026
Following months of preparation, the final track tests are currently underway to optimize the package for Speedworld.
Gear ratios, tyre selection and...
08/07/26
Karting Solutions Group (KSG), the US distributor for Rotax and home of the Race Rotax brand, today announces two developments for the 2026 season alongside TPK Promotions. For the first time, Rotax Mini MAX will join Senior MAX at the SKUSA SuperNationals in 2026, and the prize package for the Rotax MAX Challenge (RMC) Trophy Final has been expanded to give winners their choice of championship stage.
Erie, PA | July 3, 2026
With the 2026 RMC Grand Finals in Portimão, Portugal, rescheduled to the same window as the SKUSA SuperNationals in Las Vegas, KSG & TPK Promotions heard directly...
01/07/26
The third round of the 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy returned to one of the most iconic venues in international karting, Karting Genk: The Home of Champions, where 214 drivers gath-ered for a weekend that proved demanding from every perspective.
While the circuit once again rewarded technical precision and racecraft, unusually high temperatures throughout Friday and Saturday added another layer of complexity, turning tyre management and...
20/06/26
During our test day at Franciacorta dedicated to discovering the Rotax DD2, we followed the progress of three complete newcomers to the category as they faced off against 2024 Grand Finals winner Xen De Ruwe. The stopwatch delivered some surprising results...(fm)
As many people involved in karting know, the Rotax DD2 represents a unique proposition in today’s karting landscape: a machine powered by the powerful and reliable Rotax 125 engine, featuring...
03/06/26
The first-ever Rotax Racing Club Final, sheld at the brand-new Silverstone kart circuit just a few steps away from the Formula 1 venue, marks another milestone in the history of the engine manufacturer. After creating the first modern one-make series more than 25 years ago, Rotax is now ready, through the Arrive and Drive format of the Rotax Racing Club, to bring thousands of people onto the track around the world, giving the best drivers from each country the opportunity to experience a unique event such as the Grand Finals on iconic circuits and with an organization worthy of a World Championship. (fm)
More than 250 drivers representing 24 nations took part in this first edition of the Rotax Racing Club Finals and Team Trophy. But to understand the significance of these numbers, it is...
07/05/26
The second round of the Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy unfolded at the Prokart Raceland Wackersdorf with 208 verified drivers across all five categories, once again confirming the strong appeal of the series. The Senior MAX category stood out as the largest, with 90 drivers, underlin-ing its position as the benchmark class of the championship.
Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy, 2°Rd
Prokart Raceland Wackersdorf (Germany)
29 April / 03 May - 2026
With competitors representing over 35 nations, the event further reinforced...
30/03/26
BRP-Rotax announces a change in its distribution structure for the Greek market as part of a mutually agreed succession plan.
Gunskirchen, Austria, March 30, 2026
After more than two decades of successful cooperation with Galatsis Racing Team and L&D Services, Galaxy Motorsport will assume the role of authorized...
27/03/26
Due to recent changes in the international motorsport calendar, following an adjustment of the MotoGP schedule, the date of the RMC Grand Finals has been rescheduled. The RMC Grand Finals 2026 will now take place from November 7–14 in Portimao.
Gunskirchen, Austria, March 27, 2026
While a change like this always comes with challenges, we also see clear advantages in the new timing.
The earlier date provides more daylight for on-track...
25/03/26
BRP-Rotax is pleased to confirm the 2026 events of the E20 E-Kart featuring at the Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy international championship.
Bringing two adrenalin-packed rounds of electric karting to the second stage of the elite series in Belgium and the Czech Republic also offers the exciting chance to qualify for the RMC Grand Finals...