It was time to go racing at the Circuito Internazionale di Napoli in Sarno, Italy, as the 2024 RMC Grand Final heat races began today. After some rain on Tuesday, Micro MAX, Mini MAX, and MAX DD2 Masters qualified in wet conditions, but the remainder of the classes qualified today under sunny and clear skies.

Although the morning began with light showers, the clouds soon gave way to sunshine just in time for the photo session with the stunning Kart Line-up featuring 392 brand-new karts provided by trusted chassis partners. Each of the 58 participating nations had the chance to take a team photo in front of this impressive display, showcasing the global reach and unity of this prestigious event.

The Rotax MAX Challenge (RMC) Grand Finals 2024 are now underway in Sarno, Italy, bringing together the world's best karting talents from October 19-26. With competitors from 58 nations, this week promises a thrilling showcase of skill, determination, and the spirit of motorsport. The last few days were dedicated to the mandatory Sporting Checks, followed by the scrutineering of the racing gear ensuring that all drivers are ready to compete at their best.

BRP-Rotax is pleased to reveal the location the 2024 Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Festival for the Micro MAX and Mini MAX, in collaboration with Motorsport UK. Karting North East and Warden Law Kart Club, near Sunderland in the north of England, will be the first British venue to host this unique event for the youngest Rotax drivers on September 20 to 22, 2024. Supported by the Authorized Rotax Distributor for Kart in the UK, J.A.G. Rotax, prizes include RMC Grand Finals 2024 tickets for the Micro- and Mini MAX champions at the Rotax racing season highlight in Sarno, Italy from October 19 to 26.

The history-making CIK-FIA Approval of the Rotax E-Powertrain is fundamental for BRP-Rotax, who remains at the forefront of shaping the future of electric kart racing with the E20 E-Kart.