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BRP-Rotax announces a change in its distribution structure for the Greek market as part of a mutually agreed succession plan. After more than two decades of successful cooperation with Galatsis Racing Team and L&D Services, Galaxy Motorsport will assume the role of authorized distributor for Rotax karting products in Greece.

Due to recent changes in the international motorsport calendar, following an adjustment of the MotoGP schedule, the date of the RMC Grand Finals has been rescheduled.

BRP-Rotax is pleased to confirm the 2026 events of the E20 E-Kart featuring at the Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy international championship. Bringing two adrenalin-packed rounds of electric karting to the second stage of the elite series in Belgium and the Czech Republic also offers the exciting chance to qualify for the RMC Grand Finals. This year the flagship event takes place at Portimão, Portugal with both E20 Senior and E20 Masters lining up on the grid in Algarve for another action-driven week dedicated to the Rotax racing stars this season.

The 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy officially got underway at the Cremona Circuit, hosting the opening round of the championship. With 227 verified drivers competing across the five Rotax categories - Mini MAX, Junior MAX, Senior MAX, DD2 and DD2 Masters - the event confirmed the strong appeal of the series and set the tone for the four-round European season.

The Italian venue once again delivered a demanding challenge for drivers and teams, with changing track conditions throughout the weekend playing a key role in shaping the results. Dry running dominated the early stages, while intermittent rain during the heats and Finals introduced an additional strategic factor, rewarding those able to adapt quickly.

Following the market introduction of the Rotax E10, BRP-Rotax is bringing electric karting into competitive RMC (Rotax MAX Challenge) racing. The E10 Mini will now feature as a dedicated category in selected Rotax MAX Challenge championships and race events worldwide, where drivers can qualify for the RMC Grand Finals. The E10 category will debut on the international stage this year in Portimão, Portugal. 

BRP-Rotax is pleased to announce the introduction of a brand new event on the Rotax racing calendar in the Nordic region – the RMC Viking Trophy. Denmark’s Vojens Motorsport Arena is rekindling the spirit of Scandinavian competition, inviting their neighbouring nations to take up the challenge against an international driver line-up from April 1-5. Prizes will include entry to the Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy Europe at Le Mans in July.

The Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy Asia 2026 was successfully contested on January 20-25 in Macau, where more than 20 nations were represented throughout Australasia, Europe and other regions. In its premier appearance, the demanding 1,203-metre Coloane Kart Circuit provided the ideal venue for the high profile championship, resulting in the most competitive edition of the event to date. New winners were crowned in seven categories from as many countries and the first RMC Grand Finals 2026 tickets were awarded. Macau delivered both an historic and memorable week! 

The 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup marked the official start of the European Rotax Karting season at KartCenter Campillos. The CIK/FIA-homologated circuit once again proved to be a true benchmark, with a demanding layout combining long straights, technical sections and a wide racing surface that rewarded precision, consistency and racecraft.

BRP-Rotax is pleased to announce that the Rotax Racing Club International Finals and the Rotax Racing Club Team Trophy will take place at Silverstone (UK) in 2026. The RRC International Finals are scheduled for 29–30 May 2026, followed by the RRC Team Trophy on 31 May 2026.

A new season means new opportunities - and Rotax is once again delivering a powerful advantage for karting enthusiasts. The Rotax Race Package Sales Campaign 2026 is officially live, giving you the perfect setup to race, train, and perform at your best.

Valid from January 1st to June 30th, 2026, this limited-time offer is designed for drivers who want a complete and competitive engine solution for both racing and practice.

The Rotax Loyal Customer Sales Campaign 2026 is an exclusive offer created to reward dedicated Rotax karting customers. If you have registered a Rotax MAX kart engine during 2025, you qualify for a €300 saving (incl. VAT)when purchasing a brand-new Rotax MAX kart engine in 2026.

This campaign is ideal for drivers who want to upgrade their current setup or add an additional engine to their equipment - while benefiting from a valuable price advantage.

A new karting season means new opportunities - and in 2026, Rotax is once again making it easier to upgrade your equipment. With the Rotax Trade-In Sales Campaign 2026, you can trade in your old or defective kart engine and save 300 EUR on a brand-new Rotax MAX evo engine.

If your current engine needs an expensive repair or has been sitting unused in your garage, this campaign is the perfect reason to move on and step up to the latest Rotax performance.