Stoxkarts vs Other Formulas
Stoxkarts is often confused with karting, Ministox, Rebels and Stock Rods.
Although all are forms of short oval motorsport, they use very different vehicles, rules and race formats.
This page explains how Stoxkarts compares to these other formulas.
Stoxkarts vs Karting
Karting uses small open-frame vehicles with no roll cage, no bodywork, no contact and no bumpers.
Stoxkarts uses compact steel-chassis race cars with a roll cage, roof wing, body panels and bumpers, designed for short oval contact racing.
Karting is circuit-based. Stoxkarts is purpose-built for oval track racing.
Stoxkarts vs Ministox
Ministox is a junior-only formula based on modified production cars.
Stoxkarts runs both Juniors and Seniors using the same single-make design, with controlled parts and strict cost limits.
This creates a clear progression from junior to senior racing within the same formula.
Rebels
Rebels are probably the closest formula to Stoxkarts. Single make with bumpers and rollcage topped off with a fiberglass body. They are a contact formula and similar to stoxkarts have no suspension. The main difference is Rebels have no Junior Class and higher running costs.
Stoxkarts vs Stock Rods
Stock Rods is a non-contact racing formula focused on clean, high-speed driving.
Stoxkarts is a controlled contact formula, allowing drivers to use bumpers to race for position while still enforcing strict safety and conduct rules.
Why Stoxkarts is different
Stoxkarts combines compact steel-chassis race cars, controlled contact, single-make rules and cost control to create close, competitive racing that is affordable and family-friendly.
It provides a structured pathway from junior to senior racing within the same regulated formula and a great family atmosphere.
Learn more about Stoxkarts
To understand exactly what a Stoxkart is, see What is a Stoxkart.
To learn how Stoxkarts meetings are run, visit How Stoxkarts Works.
For information about safety, scrutineering and governance, read Safety & Governance.