To get the Chicago Southland geared-up for the October return of the American E-Kart Championship (AEKC), Accelerate Indoor Speedway and Events in Mokena welcomes media members and community leaders to experience racing firsthand July 14, at a pre-event participatory outing from 10 a.m.-noon.
Dubbed “Anyone’s Race” in an ESPN documentary, the fourth AEKC will be held October 10-13, bringing together more than 50 of the country’s best indoor e-kart racers to compete for the $10,000 first place prize. Officially sanctioned by the World Karting Association (WKA), the same governing body for Formula 1, the AEKC series offers practically anyone the opportunity to be a champion racer.
“The World Karting Association always has had a place for everyone in karting, and that includes e-karting. With that, the decision for WKA to sanction the American E-Karting Championship Powered by Monster Energy was a no-brainer,” said Kevin Williams, president of WKA.
Racing legends, such as Jeff Gordon and Lewis Hamilton, got the racing bug by karting, and it’s very easy for anyone to get involved. “You don’t need any equipment or a sponsor. All you have to do is show up,” stated Donald Wagner, AEKC Commissioner. “And because you race in a kart that’s identical to every other one on the track, you really do have just as good a chance as the next person. We have the most diverse group of competitors for any race, anywhere.”
Men and women of all age groups and professions are expected to qualify for the AEKC at tracks throughout the country. Past competitions have brought together racers between the ages of 13-48.
“This is such a fun event, not only for participants, but for fans as well, and we’re thrilled to welcome them back to the Chicago Southland,” said Jim Garrett, president/CEO of the Chicago Southland Convention and Visitors Bureau.
To learn more about the American E-Kart Championship, visit https://www.americanekart.com/.