| 2007-08-28 - 2007 FWT SUMMARY Find here my annual “BY-THE-NUMBERS” report, summarizing many aspects of the 2007 Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour, presented by Tony Kart Florida. But first, as always, I want to say THANK YOU to the participants and sponsors who once again made the FWT a huge success. It’s your dedication and professionalism that keeps people coming back, and has helped us to grow into one of the longest running and largest sprint racing series in the world !, Thanks to all of you the 9th annual FWT was the best ever. Read more |
| 2007-08-15 - Formula Kart Productions Awards Champions Formula Kart Productions, Inc’s Bill Wright announces today he will once again award entry fees for the first round of the 2008 Florida Winter Tour (FWT) to each of the Champions at the U.S. Rotax Grand Nationals. FKP’s Bill Wright; “It is my desire to have the absolute best kart racers at the FWT. This is one way I can try to make sure that happens.” Read more |
| 2007-03-28 - 2008 FLORIDA WINTER TOUR ROTAX MAX CHALLENGE Rotax competitors from around the world now have one additional opportunity to make their way to the 2008 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals (RMCGF). Formula Kart Productions, Inc, promoter of the Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour (FWT), SRA Karting, the Canadian Rotax Distributor, and SSC East, the Eastern U.S. Rotax distributor, officially announced that the 2008 FWT will be a direct qualifier to the RMCGF. Read more |
| 2007-03-22 - FWT Rotax at Ocala / Final Rounds / FWT DD2 Shootout Participants from North, South, Central America and the Caribbean are being greeted by bright sunshine, low humidity, and temperatures in the low 80’s as they arrive at the Ocala Gran Prix facility to prepare for the final two rounds of the 2007 Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour, presented by Tony Kart Florida. In addition to crowning the points-champions in the 5 Rotax classes, Rotax DD2 participants will also be competing for an unprecedented opportunity. Read more |
| 2007-03-16 - Group A March pre-registration deadline Discounted pre-registration for the March 24 & 25 Group A rounds of the Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour, presented by Tony Kart Florida, will close on Monday March 19th. The “Group B” event-weekend includes the Rotax DD2, Rotax Senior, Rotax Junior, Rotax Masters and Rotax Mini Max classes. Pre-registration saves the competitor a minimum of $40 when compared to on-site registration, and provides priority status at the on-site credentials desk. Read more |
| 2007-03-09 - Group B March pre-registration deadline Discounted pre-registration for the March 17 & 18 Group B rounds of the Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour, presented by Tony Kart Florida, will close on Monday March 12th. The “Group B” event-weekend includes the Pro Shifter, ICA, JICA, Cadet, TaG Sr, TaG Hvy, Masters Shifter and Spec Moto classes. Pre-registration saves the competitor a minimum of $40 when compared to on-site registration, and provides priority status at the on-site credentials desk. Read more |
| 2007-03-06 - World Tire Changing Challenge returns! March 24th at Ocala Gran Prix looks to be another day of “SERIOUS FUN!” for the participants of the 2007 Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour, presented by Tony Kart Florida. In addition to the running of the fifth round of the FWT’s Group A Rotax Points Championship, and the first round of the unprecedented FWT DD2 Shootout, that date will also see the first 2007 round of the World Tire Changing Challenge. Up for grabs will be bragging rights and a minimum of $500 to the fastest tire-changer in the FWT. Read more |
| 2007-02-23 - Ocala Hotels Hello all, Please be aware that March is a very busy time in the Ocala area. There are multiple large events going on during that time.l It is imperative that you secure hotel accomodations immediately. Read more |
| 2007-02-14 - March Group order / dates Hello all, Just a quick reminder that the "Group order" for March is reversed. Group B ( Pro, ICA, etc ) is March 17 & 18, Group A ( Rotax ) is March 24 & 25. Read more |
| 2007-01-31 - Group A February pre-registration deadline Discounted pre-registration for the February 10 & 11 Group A ( Rotax ) rounds of the Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour, presented by Tony Kart Florida, will close on Monday February 5th. Pre-registration saves the competitor a minimum of $40 when compared to on-site registration, and provides priority status at the on-site credentials desk. Read more |
| 2007-01-23 - DD2 / Unprecedented Opportunity Bombardier Recreational Products, manufacturer of the evolutionary Rotax DD2 engine package, SRA Karting, the Canadian Rotax Distributor, SSC East, the Eastern U.S. Rotax Distributor and Formula Kart Productions, Inc, promoter of the Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour, have teamed up to provide an unprecedented opportunity for DD2 participants at the Ocala Gran Prix rounds of the FWT, scheduled for March 24th and 25th, 2007. Read more |
| 2007-01-20 - January photos now in Photos & Videos section Podium and "action" shots are now available in the Photos & Videos section. I encourage you to send me your photos and video's for us to post here. Thanks to On Track Promotions for the awesome photo's. Conctact them at www.opt.ca . Read more |
| 2007-01-01 - TENTATIVE Daily Schedule posted TENTATIVE daily schedules have been posted in the SCHEDULES section of this web site. Note that these schedules are subject to change. Participants will be provided the official schedules on Friday afternoon at the event. Read more |
| 2006-12-30 - Club Mini Max comes through BIG.......AGAIN ! In the spirit of the club to keep kart racers safe, Club MiniMAX has stepped up to the plate once again. This time it’s to protect all the drivers at the Florida Winter Tour with a brand new barrier system at the Homestead track. Read more |
| 2006-12-27 - GROUP B January pre-registration deadline Discounted pre-registration for the “GROUP B” January 13 & 14 rounds of the Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour, presented by Tony Kart Florida, will close on January 8th The “Group B” event-weekend includes the Pro Shifter, ICA, JICA, Cadet, TaG Sr, TaG Hvy, Masters Shifter and Spec Moto classes. Read more |
| 2006-12-21 - Skip Barber Racing Will Again Reward Four Florida Winter Tour Champions LAKEVILLE, Conn. (Dec 21) – The Skip Barber Racing School announces the continuation of its awards partnership with Formula Kart Productions, Inc., of Panama City, Fla., for the 2007 Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour presented by Tony Kart Florida. For 2007 SBRS will award a Three Day Competition Course (value $3,995) to FKP Florida Winter Tour champions in four separate classes. Read more |
| 2006-12-18 - January pre-registration deadline Discounted pre-registration for the January 6 & 7 round of the Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour, presented by Tony Kart Florida, will close on January 1. Pre-registration saves the competitor a minimum of $40 when compared to on-site registration, and provides priority status at the on-site credentials desk. Read more |
| 2006-12-13 - TONY KART FLORIDA ANNOUNCES INCENTIVE PROGRAM Tony Kart Florida, the premier source for all things Tony Kart, announces a purchase incentive program designed to get people in the seat of a Tony Kart, and racing in the 2007 Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour. Read more |
| 2006-12-12 - Florida Winter Tour is now TaG USA Worlds Qualifier TAG Racing International is proud to announce the Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour as the first TAGUSA Qualifying series of 2007. As the 2007 season begins this will be the first chance for TAG USA and TAG Racing International competitors to qualify for The 2007 TAG World Championships. Read more |
| 2006-11-21 - Spec Fuel and Oil announced Formula Kart Productions, Inc announced today the Spec fuel and oil for the 2007 Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour, presented by Tony Kart Florida. Competitors in the 2007 FWT will be required to qualify and race using these spec items. Read more |
| 2006-11-01 - ON-LINE REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE Registration for the 2007 Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour, presented by Tony Kart Florida, is now available. Just click on the "REGISTER" link and get ready for even more "SERIOUS FUN!" Here are three good reasons to register now: Read more |
| 2006-10-29 - Tony Kart Florida Awarded Presenting Sponsor status Florida based Tony Kart distributor looks to make big impact in 2007. “We are very proud to be the presenting sponsor of the 9th edition of the Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour” stated Tony Kart Florida’s Andre Martins. “The Winter Tour is one of the premier U.S. based karting championships and we believe it provides a great opportunity for Tony Kart Florida to announce that Tony Kart is once again very well represented in America. Read more |
| 2006-10-23 - Autosports Media to provide awards In an effort to give back to the karting community, Autosports Media Group and AutosportsMedia.com have signed on to support the 2007 Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour (FWT). The winner’s of both days’ events on every race weekend in Rotax Senior, Rotax Junior, Intercontinental C (ICC) and Junior Intercontinental A (JICA) will receive a voucher for a free press release from Autosports Media. Read more |
| 2006-10-14 - OFFICIAL 2007 INFO Hello all, This is the revised and final version of the 2007 info. Note revisions in red. Several issues kept me from getting the dates and venues I prefered. Know that I am already working to resolve those issues for 2008. Read more |
| 2006-08-02 - 2006 Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour / Tour Summary Hello all, First I want to say THANK YOU to all the participants and sponsors who made the 2006 Formula Kart Racing Florida Winter Tour, presented by BTK/Arrow Racing Karts, the HUGE success that it was. With your help, it was “SERIOUS FUN!” Read more |