Kart Paddock

04/03/2025

What happens when the media guy jumps into a top standard kart at one of the countries best tracks? We’ll have a look for some .. interesting driving..

Remember if you want to buy a OTK whether it’s new or second hand, get parts, do a rental day, testing etc have a look at Nutts Corner Circuit where they’ve so much on offer.

04/03/2025

If you’re looking for official news regarding MI Karting then please follow Motorsport Ireland Kart Commission page.
We’ll be sharing less entry links etc as it’ll all be there so make sure to hit that Like button!

03/03/2025

It is with great sadness we have learned of the untimely passing of our friend and club member Niall Taaffe. His dedication, enthusiasm and commitment over many years have been invaluable to the club. Niall was a true gentleman of the highest integrity and will be sadly missed by those whose lives he touched.
TKC wish to express our deepest condolences to Niall’s wife Lorraine, son TJ, daughter Leah and all his family and friends.

Please take the opportunity to support Niall’s family at this difficult time.

Niall will repose at his parent's home in Townspark, Ardee, Co.Louth (Eircode A92 E265) on Wednesday (5th) from 1pm to 8pm and on Thursday (6th) from 4pm to 8pm. House Private on Friday Morning Please. Removal on Friday morning leaving from Townspark at 10:20am to St. Malachy's Church, Reaghstown arriving for 11am funeral mass. Burial afterwards in Reaghstown Cemetery.

Rest in peace Niall the memories will endure.

03/03/2025

Women In Motorsport Live Webinar!

🗓 When Tuesday, 4th March at 8pm
💻 Where: Online (Zoom) - Register below
💥 Who: Open to everyone — and totally free!
Celebrating Sport Ireland Women in Sport Week March 3-9th 2025

Ready to be inspired? This is your chance!
The Motorsport Ireland Women in Motorsport Commission, in conjunction with Sport Ireland’s Women in Sport Week, is thrilled to bring you an unmissable Zoom Webinar!
Hear from an incredible line-up of trailblazing women sharing their exciting journeys in motorsport — from competing on the track to making an impact behind the scenes. Whether you dream of racing, volunteering, or just getting more involved, you’ll walk away with insights, advice, and serious motivation.
Our Exciting Line-Up of Speakers Include:
- Burcu Çetinkaya - Chairperson, FIA Women in Motorsport Commission
- Carol Anne Armstrong - FIA Outstanding Official of the Year
- Laura O'Connell - Formula Woman Ireland Representative
- Hanna Celsie - Formula Woman Ireland Representative
- Nicole Drought – Championship Winning Racing Driver -

Register in advance for this webinar via link below: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_w-yoWb-FRuawh7c7XYtVkw
Questions? Reach out to [email protected]

02/03/2025

RIP Niall, our thoughts are with the family, friends and team. Honestly got no words..

24/02/2025

Everyone that’s competing and especially attending the Kart Open Forum on Thursday, make sure to read the rules which are found below!

Spread the link around to make sure everyone knows what to expect. The sooner people see the rules, the more time to structure a proper argument/debate on Thursday night.

Karting Definition: A kart race takes place on a closed circuit. Most karting events will have multiple classes to enable a wide range of ages and skill levels to take part. Competitors race each other directly on track using open-wheel karts. Circuits tend to skew smaller than full-size race tracks...

14/02/2025

Joey Kearney joins multiple Championship winning team - OHR for T4 Junior and Junior X30 for 2025.

13/02/2025

TKC Round 1 moves a week earlier meaning no more clash!

🚀The Tullyallen Kart Club 2025 Championship is almost upon us!

🏆Membership for 2025 is now open!

📢 Round 1 Kicks off on the new date of March 30th at White River Park!!!

13/02/2025

It may be Valentine’s Day tomorrow but LKC and Kiltorcan are coming up..

12/02/2025

Declan Purvis adds another Kart manufacturer to the list for 2025. We’ve OTK, KR, Sodi and now Parolin. What’s next? 👀

10/02/2025

The second Kart Open Forum will be held at the same venue - Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise on 27th Feb - 7:30PM.
Attend if you can to voice your opinions on the future of Irish Karting.

10/02/2025

Championship contender joins T-Sport for his 2025 Irish campaign.

07/02/2025

2024 RMC Champion - Nathan Glenn makes the switch to French manufacturer Sodi Kart for 2025 as he aims to defend his championship and represent Ireland again.

And for those who’re wondering about his retirement, I’m also wondering about that.. this could be some funny prank.. we’ll see at RMC Round 1 👀

06/02/2025

Throw back to 2018.. Some have grown up just a tad since then.

Pics - Burke Motorsport Photography

05/02/2025

What a day for Ireland as Alex Dunne secured himself a Formula 2 drive for this year! The McLaren supported driver will drive with Rodin who’ve produced some amazing champions in the past, let’s hope Alex will join that list!

Good luck to Alex and his family on the big jump to F2 🇮🇪

04/02/2025

If you’re a Rotax competitor then have a quick read below.

Important Information for Rotax Karting in Ireland

• Rotax Karting Ireland wish to confirm that Northern Irish karting championships can allow Irish or UK sealed engines for the forceable future
• Irish (MMS) seals are required to be eligible to score in the All-Ireland RMC (Motorsport Ireland)
• New type cylinders are required for all classes apart from Senior MAX & Senior MAX 177
• UK (JAG) sealed engines can race at Motorsport Ireland events as a “guest entry”. They can not score points in All-Ireland RMC or win tickets/prizes.
• NI competitors who have raced previous seasons with UK (JAG) sealed engines that wish to race in All-Ireland RMC can re-seal their engines as Irish (MMS)
• Any engine converted from UK (JAG) to Irish (MMS) must be done prior to 12/04/25 (RMC Round 1) and can be reversed at a later date (with permission by JAG)

Reasons why?
• To continue having access to Grand Final tickets for Irish drivers it is a requirement for the Irish market to have a certain number of engines
• New type cylinders launched in 2023 further increase engine parity

For further details please contact your local Rotax Service Centre.

31/01/2025

ROTAX KARTING IRELAND ANNOUNCES €50,000 PRIZE FUND
Rotax Karting Ireland, together with their partners, are delighted to announce an unprecedented prize fund for karting in Ireland.

2024 marked the first year of the All-Ireland Rotax MAX Challenge (RMC). After its successful inception, Motorsport Ireland has affiliated the full RMC and commissioned a new stand-alone Rotax championship for 2025. The championship will be based in both the North & South of Ireland and will feature five classes: Cadet Micro MAX, Inter Mini MAX, Junior MAX, Senior MAX and Senior MAX 177. The classes cater to drivers ranging from 7 (turning 8 this year) to senior drivers, including the 177 class, which runs with an additional 15kg.

Rotax Karting Ireland recognizes the importance of developing driver talent within Ireland. As part of the prize, there will be a test day with the multiple championship-winning team, Murray Motorsport. The test, supported by Mondello Park, will offer the top three drivers in Junior and Senior MAX the opportunity to test a Junior Mini and a SEAT Supercup at Mondello Park.

Drivers will race for the coveted Rotax Grand Final tickets, which will be awarded to the Inter Mini, Junior, and Senior MAX classes. These tickets offer drivers the chance to race at a week-long event with brand new equipment, completely free of charge. The 2025 event will take place in Bahrain during the first week of December. The tickets cannot be purchased and can only be won in competition. The event features 400 drivers from across 60 countries, who go head-to-head in equal machinery. The champions of the other classes, where tickets are not available, will receive a free Rotax engine.

This updated All-Ireland RMC will feature the historic events known as the Golden Helmet Trophy, All Ireland (IRL Plate), Irish Open (O Plate) and Race of Champions (C Plate). For two of these headline events, the winners of each class will receive a Bell helmet and a custom printed OMP suit in a bespoke design by their designer.
Across the eight events, the top three in each class will receive a €200 Rotax voucher, an XPS lubricant pack, and Rotax merchandise. A set of tyres will be raffled randomly for all five classes. The total prize fund exceeds €50,000, making it one of the largest prize funds in Irish motorsport.

1. 12th of April - Nutts Corner
2. 11th of May - Whiteriver
3. 1st of June - Kiltorcan
4. 14th of June - Nutts Corner
5. 19th of July - Nutts Corner
6. 3rd of August - Watergrasshill
7. 31st of August - Pallas
8. 27th September - Nutts Corner