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We are pleased to welcome Teng Tools as a sponsor of Stoxkarts for the 2026 season. Their continued support helps keep grassroots short oval racing affordable and competitive.

Have you ever hired a Stoxkart? We are asking past hire drivers to leave a Google review to help new drivers and families discover grassroots short oval racing.

The Stoxkarts office will be closed from 13th February to 2nd March. Information on licence applications, enquiries and Skegness Test Day bookings.

Budget racing at its best. Stoxkarts will be holding a Test and Practice Day at Skegness Raceway on Sunday 22nd March , giving drivers and newcomers the opportunity to experience short-oval contact racing in the UK . The day is open to Senior and Junior drivers , with hire drives available , ORCi Junior tests , and open practice sessions for registered competitors. Test days are an important part of the pre-season, allowing drivers to shake down their karts, gain experience

The New Seasons Opening Grades

Our official Stoxkarts YouTube channel has now been updated and organised with a range of playlists to make it easier to find videos. Playlists now include: Driver interviews Drivers’ own channels Race footage from various meetings Awards nights and presentations In-car footage Promotional videos Stoxkarts crashes and highlights We will continue adding to these playlists as more content becomes available. If any drivers would like to promote their own YouTube channel through

Stoxkarts 2026 fixture update

Seeking a Sponsor – Senior Scottish Championship

08/02/2026The Latest Price list is now on line. We are pleased to say there have been very few price increases now we have removed the 5% discount.

o4/02/2026 Following a Statement from the ORCi please read below regarding SEAT INSERTS. Following the ORC Promoters meeting recently, the ORC are to go through a process of researching and reviewing the subject of Race Seats including foam type inserts, seat angle, and positioning, and will be providing guidance to Racing divisions in due course, but would advise drivers to consider this when making purchases for the coming season, as rules may be updated. This effects our R

Officials, marshals and helpers are the people who keep Stoxkarts running safely and fairly. A look at the work that happens behind the scenes at race meetings.

Following the launch of the new website, Stoxkarts can now accept digital online licence applications. For governance and compliance reasons, the application process is completed in two stages: 1. Visit the Rulebook & Licence page This page explains the application process and how to request access to the Rulebook. 2. Receive your access password Once access has been issued, go to the Rulebook & Licence Access page , enter the password, and complete the digital application

Pre Season Test Day.

The Full List of all our 2025 vChampions

Congratulations to the Top 3 in the Teng Tools Gold Top Final at Buxton Raceway

The exciting last couple of laps sees Freddie Take the Win

Short oval racing has been written off more times than most people can remember. Too old-fashioned, too basic, not flashy enough. And yet it’s still here. Not because it’s trendy, but because it works — particularly in formulas like Stoxkarts , where the focus has always been on controlled, affordable racing rather than constant change. Stoxkarts Short Oval Racing With Impact !!!!! Close Racing by Design Short oval racing doesn’t always rely on big budgets or technical arms r

Why We Use the Stoxkarts Blog The Stoxkarts blog isn’t here to churn out marketing copy or repeat the same “what is Stoxkarts” story every few months. It exists for a much simpler reason: to give people involved in the formula clear, reliable information in one place. Short oval racing moves quickly. Rules evolve, safety standards change, fixtures shift, and the wider sport is always in motion. Social media is good for quick updates, but it is not a stable record. Posts disap

Cost Control Doesn’t Happen Once Costs in motorsport are rarely lost in one big decision. More often, they quietly creep in. A small allowance here. A tolerance there. A part that is “optional” then becomes essential. Over time, those changes add pressure. Not just financially, but culturally. The grid starts to shift, expectations rise, and new drivers feel they’re already behind before they’ve even raced. At Stoxkarts, cost control isn’t treated as a box that was ticked whe

Short oval racing has long been a popular motorsport in the UK, offering thrilling competition on short oval tracks. Among the various classes and formats, one stands out for its focus on affordability, fairness, and accessibility: Stoxkarts. This article provides a clear, no-nonsense overview of what Stoxkarts are, how they operate, and why they have become a preferred choice for many racers and families involved in grassroots motorsport. What Are Stoxkarts? Stoxkarts are a