Mar 07, 2023
Written by David Cole | No Comments

It’s been almost 30 years since planning began for the first Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest and most prestigious karting street race. This will be the 28th edition. The sport has changed a lot in that time and sometimes it’s hard to notice changes when you host one race a year. Rock […]

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Dec 28, 2022
Written by David Cole | No Comments

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network – Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Episode 62 of Face2Face welcomes back Keith Freber of Margay Racing. […]

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Dec 01, 2022
Written by David Cole | No Comments

In the 30 years since 1993, racers have gathered on Labor Day weekend to race against the best in the sport, in front of thousands of spectators and enjoy the off-track experience that Rock Island and the Quad-Cities have to offer. Only twice since that first year have the races been cancelled including once for […]

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Sep 09, 2022
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The 27th edition of the Rock Island Grand Prix was contested over the annual Labor Day weekend in Rock Island, Illinois. The popular street race was held on September 3-4, welcoming nearly 200 entries competing for the coveted Rock trophy, and three crowns, including the historic King of the Streets honor. David Cole and Rob […]

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EKN Trackside: 2022 Rock Island Grand Prix – Report

Scott earns three Rock trophies as Bujdoso, Wishard and Ostrom take King crowns

Sep 04, 2022
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The 2022 Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix went into the books this weekend, as the volunteer group and the city of Rock Island, Illinois welcomed karters to the city streets for a 27th time. The two-day street race completed on Sunday with 17 main events on the day following practice, qualifying and heat races on […]

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Sep 01, 2022
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The EKN Trackside Live program visits multiple events throughout the karting season. Leading up to major events on the calendar, EKN is happy to provide a show as part of the EKN Radio Network. The EKN OutLap is a preview podcast show, geared at providing you the top stories, breaking news, and championship battles going […]

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EKN Trackside: 2022 Rock Island Grand Prix – Preview

27th edition of Labor Day weekend street race hits the Quad Cities

Sep 01, 2022
Written by David Cole | No Comments

The 27th edition of the Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix is coming this weekend from the city streets of Rock Island, Illinois. Beginning in 1994, karts began competing in the downtown streets of the city along the Mississippi River with spectators from all around the Quad Cities area and beyond to take in the action. […]

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Aug 24, 2022
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One of the motivations for competitors to enter early to the 2022 Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix was the chance to enter the Briggs & Stratton 206 Engine Raffle. Racers who registered prior to the August 1 date were eligible to enter the drawing for a race-ready engine package courtesy of National Karting Alliance and […]

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Aug 23, 2022
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The 27th running of the Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest karting street race, this year will feature 18 racing classes. Admission is free to this family-oriented event. Racing is schedule for 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day with morning practice and afternoon qualifying heat races on Saturday, followed by practice, opening […]

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Aug 17, 2022
Written by David Cole | No Comments

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network – Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. The 57th episode of Face2Face welcomes back Roger Ruthhart of the […]

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Aug 17, 2022
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The Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest karting street race to be run Sept. 3-4 through the downtown city streets of Rock Island, this year will feature a new announcing team designed to bring a new level of excitement to the event. Jay Kidwell and Dave MacIntyre will tag team this year’s exciting […]

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Kings Rule at the Rock Island Grand Prix

Shifterkart, 100cc and Briggs & Stratton drivers have chance to continue reign over the Quad Cities once again

Jul 20, 2022
Written by Nate Dean | No Comments

Rock Island, Illinois is a town of 37,000 people located in the northwestern corner of the state, on the border with Iowa, separated by the Mississippi River. The first two homes were built in 1826 and the town was officially incorporated in 1941, known for its rich history and architecture. The first football game that […]

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Jul 13, 2022
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Registration is now open for the 27th running of the Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s most prestigious karting street race, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 3-4. Register here: https://nkaforms.formstack.com/forms/rigp_pre_entry_2022 Racers registering between now and August 1 will become eligible for a built-to-race Briggs & Stratton 206 engine, provided by the National Karting Alliance and […]

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Jun 09, 2022
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Registration is now open for the 27th running of the Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s most prestigious karting street race, Saturday and Sunday, September 3-4. Register here: https://nkaforms.formstack.com/forms/rigp_pre_entry_2022 Racers registering between now and August 1 will become eligible for a built-to-race Briggs & Stratton 206 engine, provided by the National Karting Alliance and Schurr […]

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May 26, 2022
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The Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest karting street race, is excited to unveil a new team racing event where drivers from the same track can collect teams points even if they are racing in different classes. There are no additional entry fees and few rules, just the chance to win glory and […]

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Apr 15, 2022
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As the Covid pandemic hopefully moves into the rear-view mirror, the Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest go kart street race, is preparing for its 27th year by inviting kart racers to “Return To The Rock.” “If you’ve raced with us before, we’re inviting you to return to what we hope will be […]

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Mar 10, 2022
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Organizers of the Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix have announced a wide-ranging class lineup for the 27th running of the world’s largest karting street race on Sept. 3-4, 2022. The race lineup remains essentially unchanged from last year with one exception. A driver survey conducted last Fall, and subsequent discussions with racers, urged race organizers […]

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Ignite Majors Set for 2022

Premier tracks and the sport’s iconic street races fill schedule

Mar 09, 2022
Written by Rob Howden | No Comments

If you look back at the last seven years, the Margay Ignite Karting program is one of the biggest success stories in American karting. Launched in 2015 with the goal of providing a low-cost spec American-made racing package that lowered the barrier of entry for newcomers, Margay’s Ignite program has expanded to a series of […]

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Oct 19, 2021
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Dates have been set for the 27th running of the Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest karting street race, on September 3-4, 2022. The race lineup and rules are expected to be similar to 2021, with some changes under discussion. Organizers say, after hopefully moving out of the Covid era, racers can expect […]

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eKartingNews.com Driver of the Month: September 2021 – Michael Dittmer

Inaugural King of the Rock Briggs 206 winner claims first ROCK trophies since 2014

Oct 13, 2021
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In a continued effort to highlight the many outstanding performances by drivers around the country, eKartingNews.com is proud to introduce the ‘Driver of the Month’ program. Each month, the staff at EKN will determine the one driver who stood out above the rest and give the viewers a chance to know exactly what they accomplished […]

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