• A strong desire for greater clarity around the judicial process, particularly regarding how officials make decisions and how penalties are issued in karting.
• The need for improved consistency in the application of regulations across events.
• Requests for new digital resources to better explain procedures and standards to the karting community.
• A call for education resources specifically aimed at drivers and parents to make the“ rules of engagement” more transparent and accessible.
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Staffordshire Motorsport Show
The first Staffordshire Motorsport Show based at Uttoxeter Racecourse is being held on the 31st May and 1st of June.
The event is reminiscent of the Chatsworth Rallyshow, where visitors can be up close and personal with the cars and drivers all day long and aims to get more people involved with motorsport from children through to adults. It also gives the different disciplines of motorsport a chance to promote themselves to a wider audience.
The proceedings begin on Saturday evening with a Co-Driver Forum with guests such as Phil Mills, Gerry Johnstone, Andy Bull and Steve Harris, followed by a live band. This social evening for all the demonstration crews who can catch up and chat all things motorsport.
On Sunday there is a 1.7km Demonstration Stage with 60 motorsport vehicles taking part, featuring Stage Rally, Cross Country and Crosscars. Other disciplines represented in the Oval Zone will be Autograss, UK Modified, Modstox, Heritage F1 Stockcars, Hotstox and more – even Hovercraft Racing.
The show also includes two Trade Areas, a Kids Zone, a Motorsport Exhibitor Zone, and Food Court, plus Arts & Crafts.
For further details see www. powerofmotorsport. co. uk
Revised Karting Driving Standards
Motorsport UK’ s Karting Driving Standards Guidelines are now available, following a Driving Standards Review in 2023 as part of the broader Kart Class Restructure programme.
This review was designed to comprehensively assess and strengthen the standards of racing across all levels of UK karting, with a focus on:
• A strong desire for greater clarity around the judicial process, particularly regarding how officials make decisions and how penalties are issued in karting.
• The need for improved consistency in the application of regulations across events.
• Requests for new digital resources to better explain procedures and standards to the karting community.
• A call for education resources specifically aimed at drivers and parents to make the“ rules of engagement” more transparent and accessible.
In response, Motorsport UK developed the new Driving Standards Guidelines, created with the input of a wide range of voices – including drivers who have competed at the highest levels internationally, alongside club and international-level officials, team managers, and parents.
The written guidelines are complemented by a short online film, which combines real-life racing footage with specially filmed simulations using drones and
onboard cameras. This innovative approach provides the best possible insights and practical examples for viewers.
“ We are committed to creating a safer, fairer, and more transparent environment for everyone involved in karting”, says Dan Parker, Head of Karting, Motorsport UK,“ from grassroots participants to national competitors. I hope that the revised Driving Standards Guidelines and video will ensure that drivers can Race with Respect and enjoy the 2025 season, and beyond.”
Watch the video now on Motorsport UK TV and read the latest guidelines HERE
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