Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.8, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # PRAGA Cars, Karts, Aviation ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://pragaglobal.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Praga Bohema makes Goodwood debut with Alcon](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-bohema-makes-goodwood-debut-with-alcon/) - The race-car inspired, road-legal Praga Bohema made its Goodwood debut last week alongside the hypercar’s official brakes supplier, Alcon, at the 30th edition of the Goodwood Festival of Speed (July 13th to 16th). In its third public appearance in the UK, the Bohema was selected by Alcon for its 40th anniversary celebrations at the event - [Praga Bohema public debut secures Special Commendation at Heveningham Concours](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-bohema-public-debut-secures-special-commendation-at-heveningham-concours/) - Praga celebrated the UK public debut of its two-seat, road-legal Bohema hypercar with a Special Commendation from the judging panel at the Heveningham Concours on July 8th and 9th. In competition against the latest hypercars from the likes of Aston Martin, Ferrari and Rimac, the road-legal, race-bred Bohema was noted for its elegant aerodynamic design, - [Praga and Litchfield Motors reveal Bohema’s 700hp engine and global service support plans at SCD Secret Meet](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-and-litchfield-motors-reveal-bohemas-700hp-engine-and-global-service-support-plans-at-scd-secret-meet/) - Praga has unveiled the bespoke 700hp engine developed by Litchfield Motors for the €1.36m Praga Bohema road-legal hypercar at the exclusive SCD Secret Meet event at Donington Park on Tuesday 11th July. For the first time, the PL38DETT 3.8-litre twin-turbo V6 engine, which lies at the heart of the road-legal hypercar’s performance, was presented in - [GALLERY: Praga Bohema makes global public on-track dynamic debut at Spa](https://pragaglobal.com/gallery-praga-bohema-makes-global-public-on-track-dynamic-debut-at-spa/) - The Praga Bohema made its global public dynamic on-track debut, powering through Eau Rouge with GT1 Sports Club at Spa-Francorchamps Circuit on Saturday 1st July as part of the Crowdstrike 24 Hours of Spa event. After joining the 24-hour race line-up for the pre-race grid walk, the Bohema exited the pits piloted by Praga R1 - [Praga Bohema confirms strong UK partner line-up and makes its Goodwood Festival of Speed debut with Alcon](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-bohema-confirms-strong-uk-partner-line-up-and-makes-its-goodwood-festival-of-speed-debut-with-alcon/) - As part of Alcon’s 40th anniversary celebrations, the British specialist brake, clutch and automotive components company has invited Praga to debut its road-legal, race car-inspired Bohema hypercar at the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed (July 13th to 16th). Known for developing world leading brake systems, Alcon’s powerful six-piston callipers are key to the Bohema’s on - [The Praga Bohema arrives at Spa ahead of its global public dynamic debut](https://pragaglobal.com/the-praga-bohema-arrives-at-spa-ahead-of-its-global-public-dynamic-debut/) - The Praga Bohema has arrived at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps ahead of its global public dynamic debut at the Crowdstrike 24 hours of Spa event. The race-car inspired, road-legal hypercar will appear on track during the Start Ceremony ahead of the iconic 24 Hour race, in front of approximately 60,000 fans, which will see a record-equalling - [Pragas dominate at Donington](https://pragaglobal.com/pragas-dominate-at-donington/) - On a mixed weather weekend at Donington Park on 17th and 18th June, the Praga R1 race car brought home silverware once again with five podium finishes from two races, with the Praga R1 of Rodolfo Gonzalez setting the fastest lap of the weekend. The BRSCC race weekend saw a grid of almost 20 mixed - [“Holy cr*p! …It’s wonderful.” James May takes the Praga Bohema on a Grand Tour](https://pragaglobal.com/holy-crp-its-wonderful-james-may-drives-the-praga-bohema-on-the-grand-tour/) - The Praga Bohema has made its dramatic global on-screen debut on Amazon Prime Video’s The Grand Tour with glowing feedback from/ the famous television personalities Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May. Featured in Season 5 Episode 2, The Grand Tour: Eurocrash, the road-legal Bohema hypercar prototype was driven by James May at an airfield - [Praga Bohema on The Grand Tour this Friday](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-bohema-on-the-grand-tour-this-friday/) - Car fans - and Clarkson/Hammond/May fans - around the world will be introduced to the Praga Bohema as part of the long-awaited latest episode of Amazon Prime’s The Grand Tour, due to be aired on Friday 16th June. Filmed on what turned out to be one of the hottest days ever in Europe, we handed - [The Praga Bohema: appearing at iconic motorsport and performance car events this summer](https://pragaglobal.com/the-praga-bohema-appearing-at-iconic-motorsport-and-performance-car-events-this-summer/) - The Bohema will make its global public debut at Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps later this month. The race-car inspired, but road-legal car, will be on track in the minutes leading up to the Spa 24 Hour race and running passenger laps in the two preceding race days. Moving to the UK in July, the Bohema has - [Final pre-production testing of the road-legal, limited-edition Praga Bohema continues at the Slovakiaring](https://pragaglobal.com/final-pre-production-testing-of-the-road-legal-limited-edition-praga-bohema-continues-at-the-slovakiaring/) - New photos of the pre-production Praga Bohema during testing on track have been released. Praga’s test and development team, led by experienced single-seat and GT3 racer Josef Král, continues to fine-tune the car’s chassis, on-road compliance, and aerodynamics at the full 700hp configuration. Based at the second-longest race track in Europe, the company’s ‘home’ Slovakiaring - [We are delighted to announce MY GARAGE as the official Praga dealer in Scandinavia](https://pragaglobal.com/we-are-delighted-to-announce-my-garage-as-the-official-praga-dealer-in-denmark/) - As we continue to expand the global presence of the Praga Bohema, finding partners who share our passion for engineering excellence, exclusivity, and authentic automotive enthusiasm is essential. From our very first conversations, MY GARAGE stood out as a natural fit. With an outstanding reputation for representing some of the world's most desirable performance and - [IPKarting appoints KartZone as exclusive U.S. importer for the Formula K and Praga Kart brands](https://pragaglobal.com/ipkarting-appoints-kartzone-as-exclusive-us-importer-for-the-formula-k-and-praga-kart-brands/) - IPKarting is strengthening its presence in the U.S. market by appointing KartZone as the exclusive importer of the Formula K and Praga Kart brands. The agreement has been established with the aim of creating a direct point of reference for the U.S. market, able to coordinate the distribution of IPK products, spare parts availability, technical - [Praga 2026 Events Calendar](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-2026-events-calendar/) - We are pleased to share our Praga 2026 Global Events Calendar, highlighting where you can find us in the year ahead From international exhibitions, track days and exclusive automotive events, 2026 is shaping up to be another exciting year for Praga. These events will provide opportunities to experience the Praga Bohema, meet the team and - [IMOLA: A Glimpse of the Bohema’s True Potential](https://pragaglobal.com/imola-a-glimpse-of-the-bohemas-true-potential/) - Imola stands as one of motorsports most famous and respected circuits. This legendary Italian circuit has been the stage for decades of Formula One history - hosting over 30 Grand Prix events, where champions like Senna, Schumacher and Alonso have celebrated race wins. With 19 corners over 4.9km, with elevation changes and technical sequences, it - [Praga reveals Bohema Chassis No. 1 for the first time at Rétromobile 2026 in Paris](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-reveals-bohema-chassis-no-1-for-the-first-time-at-retromobile-2026-in-paris/) - Praga is exhibiting at Rétromobile with the ZS 800 motorcycle alongside two Praga Bohemas, including the never-before-seen Bohema chassis number one, presented publicly for the first time at the show. Throughout the exhibition, visitors are invited to discover the engineering, performance and philosophy behind the Praga Bohema. The Praga team are hosting presentations offering insight - [First US Praga Bohema hypercar presented to owners](https://pragaglobal.com/first-us-praga-bohema-hypercar-presented-to-owners/) - First US-bound Praga Bohema sets sail for Florida after Mark and Marcie Butters were presented with their car at Goodwood Festival of Speed 4 August 2025: Proud and excited owners, Mark and Marcie Butters, from Delray Beach, Florida, took delivery of their Praga Bohema – and the first Bohema to arrive in the US – - [New Bohema owners move from Praga’s Goodwood stand to TV’s most famous track – the Top Gear TV Dunsfold circuit](https://pragaglobal.com/new-bohema-owners-move-from-pragas-goodwood-stand-to-tvs-most-famous-track-the-top-gear-tv-dunsfold-circuit/) - New Bohema owners move from Praga’s Goodwood stand to TV’s most famous track – the Top Gear TV Dunsfold circuit Following the excitment of the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Ben Collins - the ex-BBC Top Gear Stig – welcomed all the Bohema owners to his „playground“, the famous Dunsfold test track. The famous test track - [Handovers, Hillclimbs and Hot laps...new Praga Bohema owners enjoy 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed and Dunsfold test track in record-breaking hypercar](https://pragaglobal.com/handovers-hillclimbs-and-horsepower-praga-bohema-makes-a-stunning-goodwood-dynamic-debut-at-2025-goodwood-festival-of-speed/) - Praga turned on the style at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed (and, some said, stole the show in The Supercar Paddock) with the public debut of two new 700 hp, sub-1,000 kilo Bohema production cars, and handovers to three Bohema owners. The three car stand featured stunning new customer cars in Deep Space Violet, - [Praga Bohema becomes fastest pure combustion car around Dunsfold track](https://pragaglobal.com/pragas-dynamic-uk-week-a-record-dunsfold-lap-goodwood-festival-of-speed-announcement-and-a-tour-of-london/) - Stunning summer also sees Praga present a triple handover of customer supercars at the Goodwood Festival of Speed The Bohema supercar, from Czech manufacturer Praga, has become the fastest ever production pure combustion road car to lap the Dunsfold Test Track in Surrey, UK. Setting a 1:09.8 time at the former Top Gear circuit, - [Praga Bohema takes centre-stage at GerCollector, Nurburgring – Germany’s #1 specialist track day](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-bohema-takes-centre-stage-at-gercollector-nurburgring-germanys-1-specialist-track-day/) - GerCollector presents brand new Bohema production car Bohema #12 was revealed by the GerCollector at the start of his 6th specialist track day at the Nurburgring May 1st– what is now considered Germanys’ top track day for supercars, hypercars and race cars. The purple Bohema is the first of Praga’s limited-run, handbuilt hypercars seen in - [Praga Red-y for an exciting 2025](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-red-y-for-an-exciting-2025/) - 2025 was already proving to be a pivotal year for Praga Cars before the Czech manufacturer unveiled its production-spec Bohema test car in a brand new Red design (with optional white racing stripe featuring the Praga logo) in front of 20,000 car enthusiasts at the Spa-Francorchamps BDG Motor Show on Sunday 6th April. Praga visited - [The world’s first Praga Bohema supercar was officially handed over to its owner in December, marking an historic milestone for Praga and its new partner, Next Level Cars](https://pragaglobal.com/the-worlds-first-praga-bohema-supercar-was-officially-handed-over-to-its-owner-in-december-marking-an-historic-milestone-for-praga-and-its-new-partner-next-level-cars/) - The exclusive event, held at Next Level Cars' headquarters, celebrated the handover of the Bohema in its striking blue and black livery to Dutch client Herman van der Pavert and his family. Racing legend Romain Grosjean, a key figure in the Bohema’s journey from concept to production, personally presented the car keys, adding an extraordinary - [Purity, power and presence: Praga presents first Bohema production car](https://pragaglobal.com/purity-power-and-presence-praga-presents-first-bohema-production-car/) - Just two years after revealing the Bohema pre-production prototype, Czech manufacturer Praga delivers the first customer car “We always promised no concepts, no teasers, no b-s… just a pure, lightweight, very fast and beautifully appointed road-legal race car for a limited number of supercar buyers who can really drive - and that’s what we have - [Praga racing to victory – 2024 UK motorsport season review](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-racing-to-victory-2024-uk-motorsport-season-review/) - As the 2024 UK race season draws to a close, the Praga R1 has once again proven its dominance on track, winning silverware across Britain's most demanding and iconic racetracks in the fiercely competitive ZEO Prototype Series. Finishing the year with 13 podium finishes, two race wins and one fastest lap, R1 drivers Chris Bridle, - [Hot laps and high speeds: Bohema lights-up the Nürburgring](https://pragaglobal.com/hot-laps-and-high-speeds-bohema-lights-up-the-nurburgring/) - Praga returned to the Nürburgring this week for an action-packed day on track with prospective buyers, clients and social media influencers at the GERCollector Trackday Nürburgring GP Edition 2024. The Praga Bohema hypercar completed a busy schedule of hot laps on the iconic German track with chief test driver, Josef Král, at the wheel. In - [GERCollector reviews the Praga Bohema: "I'm completely blown away – what a phenomenal car!"](https://pragaglobal.com/gercollector-reviews-the-praga-bohema-im-completely-blown-away-what-a-phenomenal-car/) - Germany’s leading automotive influencer and YouTuber, GERCollector, has praised the Praga Bohema hypercar for its on-track handling, on-road compliance, and lightweight design in his latest YouTube video, filmed at the Nürburgring in July 2024. "Weight is the be-all and end-all. With a monster of an engine delivering 700 hp, and a total weight under 1,000 - [Shmee150 drives the Bohema: "It's absolutely incredible!"](https://pragaglobal.com/shmee150-drives-the-bohema-its-absolutely-incredible/) - One of the most knowledgeable and influential content creators, Shmee150, has described the Praga Bohema as "absolutely incredible" in the latest review. On invitation at the YouTube-famous Shmuseum, Tim (aka Shmee) described the Bohema as the most extreme hypercar to ever visit his collection. Following this first drive of the Bohema on track with Romain - ["GER"-man event debut: Praga Bohema joins GERCollector Trackday Nürburgring GP Edition](https://pragaglobal.com/ger-man-event-debut-praga-bohema-joins-gercollector-trackday-nurburgring-gp-edition/) - The Praga Bohema is gearing up to take centre stage at the GERCollector Trackday Nürburgring GP Edition on the 18th of September, on its first invitation to the event. The track day is hosted by Germany’s top automotive influencer and YouTuber, GERCollector, and will bring together an elite lineup of the world’s most coveted hypercars, - [Praga Bohema stars at Red Bull Showrun 2024](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-bohema-stars-at-red-bull-showrun-2024/) - Formula One and Praga took over the streets of Prague on Saturday 17th August as the Red Bull Showrun 2024 arrived in the Czech Republic capital. With over 20,000 spectators flanking the landmark street of Rohanské nábřeží, a packed programme of demonstrations saw the road-legal Praga Bohema make a rare public appearance. The hand-built hypercar - [Praga R1 2024 mid-season review](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1-2024-mid-season-review/) - As Praga showcases the new Bohema hypercar and ZS 800 motorcycle across Europe, the R1 race car continues to secure race wins and claim silverware around the world. With Praga race teams joining competitive grids in Australia, Europe, and the USA, Praga’s presence in respected series and championships reflects the growing number of customers enjoying - [Bohema joins exclusive GT1 Sports Club line-up](https://pragaglobal.com/bohema-joins-exclusive-gt1-sports-club-line-up/) - As the Bohema continues its tour of Europe, Praga returned to the iconic racetracks of Spa-Francorchamps and the Nürburgring with the exclusive GT1 Sports Club powered by Curbstone. On a visit to Spa in late June, Praga guests and prospects enjoyed celebrating the 24 Hours of Spa Centenary, and the rare opportunity to experience the - [Praga x GFWilliams giveaway. Terms and Conditions](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-x-gfwilliams-giveaway-terms-and-conditions/) - In Spring 2024, Praga commissioned award-winning automotive photographer, GFWilliams, to photograph the Praga Bohema hypercar. In place of the usual, formal brief, Praga handed over the keys for one day and allowed GFWilliams a free rein to take the Bohema wherever he wanted. The trust and freedom from Praga resulted in multiple shoot locations around - [Photoshoot: Bohema x GFWilliams](https://pragaglobal.com/bohema-x-gfwilliams-photoshoot/) - While in the UK, the Bohema was photographed by one of the most influential automotive photographers, GFWilliams, who took time out from his busy international schedule to capture the Bohema on camera at three locations in the county of East Sussex. All images below: Copyright GFWilliams - [Praga stablemates let loose! Bohema hypercar and ZS 800 motorcycle complete UK road test programmes](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-stablemates-let-loose-bohema-hypercar-and-zs-800-motorcycle-complete-uk-road-test-programmes/) - The road-legal, 700hp Praga Bohema hypercar and the limited edition, lightweight Praga ZS 800 motorcycle have been presented together for the first time in the UK as part of a promotional and road-test programme. The Bohema production prototype featuring the final bodywork, brake setting and transmission upgrades, and production ready ZS 800 have undertaken daily - [Luxury, lightweight and limited: the new Praga ZS 800 motorcycle revealed alongside Bohema hypercar stablemate](https://pragaglobal.com/luxury-lightweight-and-limited-the-new-praga-zs-800-motorcycle-revealed-alongside-bohema-hypercar-stablemate/) - 117-year-old Czech manufacturer, Praga, has unveiled its limited edition, lightweight ZS 800 motorcycle at a special UK reveal event at luxury and performance car specialist, Premier GT, in West Sussex. Making its first UK appearance in production-spec form, the ZS 800 was presented as a carbon edition in black and gold, of which only five - [Triple podium for Miles Lacey on return to Praga Racing ANZ](https://pragaglobal.com/triple-podium-for-miles-lacey-on-return-to-praga-racing-anz/) - A successful race weekend for Praga Racing ANZ saw teammates Miles Lacey and Ross Poulakis compete in three sprint races at The Bend, Adelaide on 8th and 9th June, clinching three podium finishes and two fastest laps, with mixed weather conditions adding to the competition. On his return to the Australian Prototype Series, joining at - [Double trouble for R1 competitors: Praga Racing ANZ reveals new racing liveries for two-car entry into Australia’s premier prototype series](https://pragaglobal.com/double-trouble-for-r1-competitors-praga-racing-anz-reveals-new-racing-liveries-for-two-car-entry-into-australias-premier-prototype-series/) - Praga Racing ANZ has released two new Praga R1 racing liveries for the 2024 motorsport season. The refreshed designs come as the Australian race team increases its entry into the Australian Prototype Series (APS), which will now see two Praga R1 race cars compete at the Southern Hemisphere’s premier circuits, including Sydney Motorsport Park, The - [Driver interview: Miles Lacey on his return to Praga Racing ANZ](https://pragaglobal.com/driver-interview-miles-lacey-on-his-return-to-praga-racing-anz/) - British driver, Miles Lacey, will be back in the seat of the Praga Racing ANZ R1 next month to compete in the 2024 Australian Prototype Series. Miles made his Australian racing debut in June last year when he joined the team mid-season, celebrating a P2 finish at The Bend in Adelaide. He will return to - [Dream debut for new R1 racer Ross and Praga Racing ANZ in Round One of Australian Prototype Series](https://pragaglobal.com/dream-debut-for-new-r1-racer-ross-and-praga-racing-anz-in-round-1-of-australian-prototype-series/) - New Praga R1 owner and driver, Ross Poulakis, enjoyed a winning Praga race weekend on his debut with the team from Praga Racing ANZ supported by Euro Motorsport and Zagame Autosport at the opening round of the Australian Prototype Series, Sydney Motorsport Park on 12 – 13 April. The Australian amateur driver, who has stepped - [PRAGA Avia Announcement](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-avia-announcement/) - On March 4, 2024, after several years of effort, the company PRAGA-Avia s.r.o. obtained a type certificate for the SMG-92 Turbine Finist aircraft from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Dne 04.03.2024 získala společnost PRAGA-Avia s.r.o. po několikaletém úsilí od Agentury Evropské unie pro bezpečnost létání (EASA) typový certifikát k letounu SMG-92 Turbine - [Praga reaches new territory with delivery of Praga R1 to first Indonesian customer](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-reaches-new-territory-with-delivery-of-praga-r1-to-first-indonesian-customer/) - Praga has expanded its customer base to Indonesia with the first delivery of a Praga R1 race car, chassis number 126, to a private buyer in Jakarta. Following a record year for sales and race results for Praga in 2023, the arrival of the Praga R1 into South East Asia grows the Czech brand’s customer - [IPKarting presents the new Praga Limited Edition](https://pragaglobal.com/ipkarting-presents-the-new-praga-limited-edition/) - IPKarting’s renewed Praga Kart models are available and ready to hit the track. The most evident differences compared to the standard production consist in aesthetics and certain technical features regarding a limited edition of 150 chassis, which feature special graphics to recall Praga’s origins. In fact, the peculiar logo that characterises this exceptional series was - [IPKarting presents the new Praga Kart chassis](https://pragaglobal.com/ipkarting-presents-the-new-praga-kart-chassis/) - The technical upgrades of the latest Racing products designed and manufactured by IPK are accompanied by the newly formed IPK Engineering brand. - [Praga Racing USA debuts the R1 at The Amelia](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-racing-usa-debuts-the-r1-at-the-amelia/) - Praga travelled to Florida on 2nd and 3rd March to support Praga Racing USA’s first show appearance of 2024 at The Amelia, and meet the Czech company’s road and race car clients at ModaMiami on the same dates in Miami. The Praga R1 belonging to Shane Anderson, CEO of Praga’s official USA dealer, was in - [Dakar 2024: Aleš Loprais wins final two stages and finishes second place overall](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2024-ales-loprais-wins-final-two-stages-and-finishes-second-place-overall/) - The long wait is over. Aleš Loprais returns to the Dakar Rally podium in the truck category. After 15 daring attempts, lots of hard work, great performances, but also too much bad luck, he can finally enjoy the reward and satisfaction. After the previous third place in 2007, when Dakar was still in Africa, he - [Dakar 2024: Aleš Loprais stays second despite puncture](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2024-ales-loprais-stays-second-despite-puncture/) - Another dusty stage with gravel tracks filled with stones – that is an accurate description of Stage Ten of the Dakar Rally 2024. While it did not begin very well for Aleš Loprais and his crew, in the end, it brought a good result for the Instaforex Loprais Praga Team with a gap increase to - [Production starts for Praga Bohema](https://pragaglobal.com/production-starts-for-praga-bohema/) - Praga, one of the world’s oldest car brands, has confirmed its first road-legal hypercar has entered production in a dedicated facility in the Czech Republic. The Praga Bohema – first revealed in prototype form in late-2022 – will be hand-built in very low numbers over the next four years and could well be the last - [Dakar 2024: Punctured tyres saw Aleš Loprais dropping to third place](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2024-punctured-tyres-saw-ales-loprais-dropping-to-third-place/) - For Aleš Loprais and his crew, the eighth stage of Dakar Rally 2024 had a similar story to the one from a day before: a good run slowed down by two punctures. Stage Seven On January 14, the Dakar Rally returned to Al Duwadimi. The competitors already knew the place from before, as they spent - [Dakar 2024: After Chrono 48 Stage, Loprais and his crew improved to second place overall](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2024-after-chrono-48-stage-loprais-and-his-crew-improved-to-second-place-overall/) - Aleš Loprais, Jaroslav Valtr Jr., Jiří Stross and their Praga V4S DKR truck have survived the two-day stage in the dunes of Rub' al Khali. They have also improved by one position in the overall standings, as they are now preparing for the only Rest Day at the Dakar Rally 2024. On January 11 and - [Dakar 2024: Aleš Loprais still trucking at Stage Six](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2024-ales-loprais-still-trucking-at-stage-six/) - On Tuesday, January 9, 2024, Aleš Loprais, Jaroslav Valtr Jr. and Jiří Stross took their first stage win together at Dakar Rally. Their Praga V4S DKR was the fastest truck on the route from Al Duwadimi to Al Salamiya, and they were also fast enough to move ahead of Janus van Kasteren, last year’s winner, - [DAKAR 2024 IS FINALLY HERE](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2024-is-finally-here/) - The Instaforex Loprais Praga Team had a successful start to the Dakar Rally 2024. Aleš Loprais, Jaroslav Valtr Jr. and Jiří Stross finished the prologue in second place, and after the first three stages now lead the truck category standings. The forty-sixth edition of the Dakar Rally began on Friday, January 5, with a short - [Praga R1 2023 season review - Praga celebrates growing influence on track in 2023](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1-2023-season-review/) - As production starts for the road-legal Bohema hypercar, Praga celebrates its growing influence on the track in 2023 with the R1 competing internationally across nine countries, taking race wins and silverware at 13 championships and series. The USA Starting the year with an incredible eight consecutive race wins, Praga R1 driver Danny van Dongen made - [Record year for Praga in the USA as new national R1 race car dealer delivers immediate impact](https://pragaglobal.com/record-year-for-praga-in-the-usa-as-new-national-r1-race-car-dealer-delivers-immediate-impact/) - Praga, the historic European race and road car manufacturer based in Prague, Czech Republic, signed its first official national US race car dealer in early 2023: and it’s been pole position from the start. Owned and managed by businessman and racer, Shane Anderson, Praga Racing USA has recorded record annual sales for Praga in the - [Randy Pobst praises the Praga R1 race car: “It’s fantastic!”](https://pragaglobal.com/randy-pobst-praises-the-praga-r1-race-car-its-fantastic/) - The all-carbon, single-seat Praga R1 race car has been described as “amazingly capable” and “a thrilling drive” by respected American racing driver and journalist, Randy Pobst, in a new video released by Praga Racing USA and Atlanta Motorsports Park. The career professional road racing driver, who has over 90 pro race wins to his name, - [Shane Kelly wins ZEO Prototypes Driver of the Year award](https://pragaglobal.com/shane-kelly-wins-zeo-prototypes-driver-of-the-year-award/) - University of Wolverhampton Racing (UWR) driver, Shane Kelly, has been named as the Praga Driver of the Year by the ZEO Prototypes Series. Having competed the Praga R1 alongside UWR team mate Jess Hawkins at some of the UK’s best racing circuits, including Silverstone, Donington, Brands Hatch and Snetterton, Kelly topped the driver ranking of - [Praga R1 shines at Yas Marina: Double podium success for Ian Roberts and Dragon Racing in 2023/24 Gulf ProCar Season Opener](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1-shines-at-yas-marina-double-podium-success-for-ian-roberts-and-dragon-racing-in-2023-24-gulf-procar-season-opener/) - Praga R1 owner/driver, Ian Roberts, heads to the Dubai Autodrome for Round 2 of the 2023/24 Gulf ProCar championship this weekend after a successful double-podium Round 1. The opening round of the 2023/24 Gulf ProCar season saw Roberts bring home two third-place finishes at the iconic Yas Marina circuit supported by Praga’s Middle-East dealer and - [Praga Bohema stars at Pirelli’s P ZERO WORLD Authorised Dealer opening in Vienna](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-bohema-stars-at-pirellis-p-zero-world-authorised-dealer-opening-in-vienna/) - The €1.36m Praga Bohema hypercar made a special appearance at the opening of Pirelli’s first national Driver Flagship Store in Vienna on Friday 8th September, which saw guests attend by invitation only in the new Seestadt district of the Austrian capital city. The soon to be released road-legal hypercar was on display at the event - [VIDEO: Ben Collins drives the R1 at Atlanta Motorsports Park](https://pragaglobal.com/video-ben-collins-drives-the-r1-at-atlanta-motorsports-park/) - In the third and next video filmed during Praga's visit to Praga Racing USA in Atlanta, Ben Collins takes the Praga R1 for a lap of the challenging Atlanta Motorsports Park main circuit, designed by one of Formula One’s premier architects, Hermann Tilke. A breathtaking feat of design and engineering, this two-mile circuit is a - [VIDEO: Praga R1 - A winning mentality](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1-a-winning-mentality/) - In a new video released by Praga from a recent trip to Praga Racing USA in Atlanta, Mark Harrison (Sales and Marketing Director for Praga Cars), Jan Martinek (Praga Chief Engineer) and Ben Collins (Praga test driver) discuss the global success and appeal of the Praga R1. The Praga R1 is currently run by race - [The Ultimate Handover: Praga confirms Praga Racing USA as official dealer and sends test driver Ben Collins to help hand over new dealer’s first sales](https://pragaglobal.com/the-ultimate-handover-praga-confirms-praga-racing-usa-as-official-dealer-and-sends-test-driver-ben-collins-to-help-hand-over-new-dealers-first-sales/) - Businessman, and Praga R1 owner, Shane Anderson has been confirmed as the new, and currently only, official Praga R1 race car dealer in the USA. With his R1 based out of the stunning Atlanta Motorsports Park (AMP) near Dawsonville, Georgia, Praga Racing USA recently hosted an exciting shakedown and handover of the first new customers’ - [IPKarting takes back the reins of its Official Racing Team](https://pragaglobal.com/ipkarting-takes-back-the-reins-of-its-official-racing-team/) - IPK and Serafini Racing part ways, as the factory team will be managed by company co-owner Petr Ulbert. - [Praga Bohema continues tour of iconic European circuits with Nürburgring hot laps and fast laps](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-bohema-continues-tour-of-iconic-european-circuits-with-nurburgring-hot-laps-and-fast-laps/) - Czech automotive manufacturer, Praga, gave motorsport fans and hypercar owners another chance to see the Praga Bohema hypercar in action at the Fanatec GT World Challenge at the Nürburging on 30th July and as part of Curbstone’s GT1 Sports Club on 31st July. Following the road-legal hypercar’s recent private appearances on the Hockenheimring and Donington - [Are you happy to go fast? Onboard the Praga Bohema with Ben Collins](https://pragaglobal.com/are-you-happy-to-go-fast-onboard-the-praga-bohema-with-ben-collins/) - Ever wondered what it's like to be onboard the 700hp ultra-lightweight Praga Bohema? In the first helmet camera footage released by Praga of the pre-production Bohema on track, Praga test driver Ben Collins takes the road-legal hypercar for a spin at the iconic German circuit, Hockeheimring. Filmed during the exclusive Doerr Group Days event, the - [Praga Bohema starts its German tour in Berlin](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-bohema-starts-its-german-tour-in-berlin/) - This week the Praga Bohema embarks on a national tour of Germany in collaboration with Doerr Group – one of Europe’s most highly regarded luxury and performance car retailers. Following the Bohema’s dynamic debut and European reveal on June 2nd and 3rd at the Hockenheimring as part of the exclusive Doerr Group Days event, the - [Special edition Praga ZS 800 motorcycle unveiled](https://pragaglobal.com/special-edition-praga-zs-800-motorcycle-unveiled/) - A special edition Praga ZS 800 motorcycle made its debut appearance at the Legends Show - the Czech Republic's largest motoring event - in Prague last weekend. Finished in dramatic Black Forged Carbon and Gold, it is currently the only example of its kind and is one of just 28 hand-built motorcycles that will be - [Praga R1 takes P1 and giant-killing victory at Spa](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1-takes-p1-and-giant-killing-victory-at-spa/) - Former F1 test driver, Rodolfo Gonzalez, and team-mate Will Stowell raced the Praga R1 to victory last weekend at the legendary Spa-Francorchamps F1 race circuit in the Dutch Supercar Challenge. Competing on a mixed grid of over 40 GT3 and prototype cars, the R1 run by Idola Motorsport set the fastest time in qualifying by - [The Grand Launch: €1.36m Praga Bohema hits the road, track… and runway](https://pragaglobal.com/the-grand-launch-e1-36m-praga-bohema-hits-the-road-track-and-runway/) - The Hockenheimring, and the Doerr Group - one of Europe’s most highly regarded luxury car retailers - hosted the dynamic debut and German reveal of the 700hp Praga Bohema on June 2nd and 3rd. The exclusive Doerr Group Days event, an invite-only occasion tailored to hypercar and supercar owners, offered passenger laps to prospects and - [2022 race winners Mittell Cars and University of Wolverhampton Racing sign-up for 2023 Praga Cup UK](https://pragaglobal.com/2022-race-winners-mittell-cars-and-university-of-wolverhampton-racing-sign-up-for-2023-praga-cup-uk/) - Two weeks ahead of the first round of the new Britcar Prototype Cup, the University of Wolverhampton Racing Team (UWR) and Mittell Cars are confirmed as entries. Both teams competed in the 2022 Praga Cup UK which saw the UWR student-led team take the Rookie of the Year Award, while Mittell Cars finished as first - [Praga appoints US-based official R1 dealer](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-appoints-us-based-official-r1-dealer/) - Praga Cars has further strengthened its growing dealer network with the addition of Praga Racing USA, managed by Infinity Nine International, as the newest international partner for Praga’s 5th Generation, all-carbon fibre R1 race car. The newly contracted dealership, run by Shane Anderson and the team at Infinity Nine International, is based in Atlanta, Georgia, - [Pragas set stunning lap times at international circuits with five race wins](https://pragaglobal.com/pragas-set-stunning-lap-times-at-international-circuits-with-five-race-wins/) - Praga R1s won five races and achieved six podium finishes over the last two consecutive race-weekends. Competing in the USA, Australia and the UK, the R1 set the best lap times at each event where it competed: at Homestead Miami Speedway, Phillip Island Melbourne, and Cadwell Park in the UK, in a bumper trophy haul. - [Daniel Sliva and Petr Ulbert are the new owners of IPKarting](https://pragaglobal.com/daniel-sliva-and-petr-ulbert-are-the-new-owners-of-ipkarting/) - Petr Ptacek has decided to sell his shares of IPK to his two long-time collaborators and friends, who will be in charge of managing the company. - [Formula 1 circuits and connections shine a light on Praga R1 performance](https://pragaglobal.com/formula-1-circuits-and-connections-shine-a-light-on-praga-r1-performance/) - The start of the 2023 motorsport season saw racing return to UK and Australian Formula 1 circuits over the weekend of 25th and 26th March, with the Praga R1 taking race wins and fastest laps both at home and down under. In the UK, Round One of the inaugural Britcar Prototype Cup saw Praga drivers - [Test the Praga R1 at MSD Live 2022](https://pragaglobal.com/test-the-praga-r1-at-msd-live-2022/) - On 4th and 5th November, Praga returns to MotorsportDays LIVE, the largest on-track motorsport trade event in Europe. Three Praga R1 cars will be on-track run by Idola Motorsport, offering drivers looking for an exciting new venture into LMP style racing the chance to test the Czech race car at the famous Silverstone circuit in - [As Praga hints at a road-legal performance car, the R1 racer grows its international reputation](https://pragaglobal.com/as-praga-hints-at-a-road-legal-performance-car-the-r1-racer-grows-its-international-reputation/) - In an exciting new era for Praga as the company prepares to enter the hypercar market, the R1 continues to grow its international reputation with recent wins against popular GT and prototype manufacturers in the UAE in Dubai, and in Australia at Bathurst. Not to forget the R1 featuring at the renowned SEMA show in - [FROM THE USA TO THE UK VIA THE UAE: PRAGA R1 CONTINUES 2023 WINNING STREAK AT DUBAI AUTODROME](https://pragaglobal.com/from-the-usa-to-the-uk-via-the-uae-praga-r1-continues-2023-winning-streak-at-dubai-autodrome/) - Just a few weeks into the 2023 motorsport season the Praga R1 has picked up two more race wins at circuits around the world. Praga Racing UAE and the R1 piloted by Ian Roberts dominated on track at Round 5 of the Gulf ProCar Championship at Dubai Autodrome on 25th and 26th February, securing two - [Front row for Praga at Autosport International](https://pragaglobal.com/front-row-for-praga-at-autosport-international/) - Praga joined thousands of motorsport fans and hundreds of exhibitors at Europe’s largest motorsport show, Autosport International, on its return to the NEC in Birmingham on 12-15 January. With four days of action to kick start the 2023 motorsport season, which will see the 2023 Praga Cup merge with the new Britcar Prototype Series, Praga - [Praga Bohema and Ben Collins at EisKing TOUR](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-bohema-and-ben-collins-at-eisking-tour/) - On Sunday 19th February Josef Kral, Praga’s Head of Motorsport and chief test driver, presented the Praga Bohema hypercar in a special appearance at his Eisking TOUR, a motorsport and F1 themed talk show, co-hosted by Stevo Eisele. Held at the Gong Galley in Ostrava, Czech Republic, the Czech Republic’s leading F1 commentators made a - [Double win for Praga R1 at Sebring](https://pragaglobal.com/double-win-for-praga-r1-at-sebring/) - As Praga prepares to ship six new R1s to the USA purchased in December, the Czech racer has picked up its first silverware of the year at Sebring International Raceway. The Praga R1 run by Fellner Motorsport and with Danny van Dongen behind the wheel joined a mixed grid of 60 cars, including Lamborghini Super Trofeo, - [Praga Cars UK Czechs into Dunsfold Park](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-uk-czechs-into-dunsfold-park/) - Following the recent launch of the limited-edition Praga Bohema hypercar and new 28-unit Praga ZS 800 motorcycle, Praga Cars UK has relocated from Cheshire to Dunsfold Park in Surrey, where its new client spec’ing facility and brand visitor centre will be located. Within two hours of London’s international airports, the Aston Martin, McLaren and Rolls - [Continental drift: Praga secures more R1 sales and silverware in the USA](https://pragaglobal.com/continental-drift-praga-secures-more-r1-sales-and-silverware-in-the-usa/) - Following the sale of four new R1 race cars to USA buyers based at the Atlanta Motorsports Park in December, two more Praga R1s were purchased in January and are now in transit to private owners in Pennsylvania. Praga Cars Sales & Marketing Director and UK MD, Mark Harrison joined Praga Racing UK dealer Vincent - [A Czech icon reborn: Praga presents the Praga ZS 800 motorcycle](https://pragaglobal.com/a-czech-icon-reborn-praga-presents-the-praga-zs-800-motorcycle/) - Praga, the Czech Republic based manufacturing and engineering company, has launched the Praga ZS 800 motorcycle – a modern reimagining of the iconic 1928 Praga BD 500. Created by the same expert engineering team behind the acclaimed Praga Bohema hypercar, the new Praga ZS 800 combines a suite of advanced motor racing production processes and - [Demand drives limited availability of R1s for 2023 season](https://pragaglobal.com/demand-drives-limited-availability-of-r1s-for-2023-season/) - As the start of the 2023 motorsport season approaches, Praga has just two used R1s remaining in stock and available to the international market. The lightweight (643kg), aerodynamic Praga R1 has received increased interest since the launch of the Praga Bohema hypercar in November 2022, with six R1s currently being readied for delivery to the - [Praga Rotax Official Team ready to make its debut](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-rotax-official-team-ready-to-make-its-debut/) - IPKarting and WORR Motorsport join forces to create a new racing team, which will compete in the Rotax European championships. - [Jimmy Broadbent buys championship-winning Praga R1 'Goldie'](https://pragaglobal.com/jimmy-broadbent-buys-championship-winning-praga-r1-goldie/) - Jimmy Broadbent has been revealed as the new owner of the Praga factory car known as Goldie 2.0. From sim racer to Britcar Rookie of the Year in 2021 and then championship winner in 2022, Jimmy Broadbent's journey with Praga has been astronomical and has been followed by a large, loyal fanbase from the beginning. - [Praga arrives at Autosport International 2023](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-arrives-at-autosport-international-2023/) - Praga will be represented across three exhibitor stands at this year's Autosport International taking place the the NEC Birmingham from Thursday 12th January to Sunday 15th January. Two R1 race cars from Idola Motorsport's championship winning 2022 season will be on display, while the University of Wolverhampton will exhibit its recently rebuilt race-winning Praga R1, - [Flying start to summer events for Praga](https://pragaglobal.com/flying-start-to-summer-events-for-praga/) - Praga Cars UK teamed up with Praga Karts UK and University of Wolverhampton Racing for Supercar Fest’s two-day spectacular at Sywell Aerodrome in Northamptonshire. In a mid-season break from the inaugural Praga Cup 2022, Praga appeared alongside an impressive array of popular supercar brands as well as some of the most rare and collectible hypercars - [Dakar 2023: Loprais leads Truck Category at halfway point](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2023-loprais-leads-truck-category-at-halfway-point/) - Aleš Loprais and his crew finished second in the seventh stage of the Dakar Rally 2023, leading the Truck category two minutes ahead of the closest competitors. A trouble-free eighth stage of Dakar Rally 2023 increased its lead in the overall classification ahead of a Rest Day in Riyadh. After more rain, which hit the - [Rally Dakar 2023: Loprais battles it out in top three at Stages 5 and 6](https://pragaglobal.com/rally-dakar-2023-loprais-stays-in-lead-after-stages-5-and-6/) - The sixth stage of Dakar Rally 2023 was challenging for Aleš Loprais and his crew. They lost precious minutes after getting stuck on a dune, but they managed to stay at the top end of the standings by a slim margin, as the weather continues to disrupt the rally. On Thursday 5 January, the Dakar - [Praga moves to UAE with new Bohema road-legal hypercar](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-moves-to-uae-with-new-bohema-road-legal-hypercar/) - Czech automotive manufacturer, Praga, has relocated for three months to The United Arab Emirates for the global public launch of its new road-legal, track-focused hypercar, the Praga Bohema. The Bohema’s first public presentations started with a prestigious launch event held at The Space in Dubai, where an audience of hypercar collectors, supercar enthusiasts and renowned - [Dakar 2023: Aleš Loprais takes the lead after Stage 2 victory](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2023-ales-loprais-takes-the-lead-after-stage-2-victory/) - The Instaforex Loprais Praga Team have had a successful start to the Dakar Rally 2023. Following a good result in the Prologue, Aleš Loprais added another great performance in the opening stages, finishing Stage 1 with the second fastest time, and moving into first place after Stage 2. On New Year's Eve, the forty-fifth edition - [Dakar 2023: Aleš Loprais retakes overall lead after Stage 4](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2023-ales-loprais-retakes-overall-lead-after-stage-4/) - After a challenging Stage 3 where extreme weather, multiple punctures and a penalty for missing a waypoint lost Aleš Loprais and his team valuable time, the Praga team is now back in the lead of the Trucks category at the conclusion of Stage 4. The tight battle in the overall classification continues. On Tuesday, January - [Praga goes global as Bohema debuts in Dubai](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-goes-global-as-bohema-debuts-in-dubai/) - - First open presentation of Praga’s new £1.1m road-legal, limited edition luxury hypercar - Praga Bohema revealed to hypercar collectors, supercar enthusiasts and renowned global media networks at The Space - Debut event kicks-off a week of presentations in the country including at Yas Marina and Dubai Autodrome circuits - Just 89 cars to be - [The Praga Cup UK goes virtual with new RaceRoom Drivers Pack](https://pragaglobal.com/the-praga-cup-uk-goes-virtual-with-new-raceroom-drivers-pack/) - The Praga R1 race car has become available to a global fanbase of sim racers following its introduction into RaceRoom as part of the latest Drivers Pack, released on Wednesday 14th December. The new pack includes 12 liveries of the Praga R1 from the 2022 Praga Cup UK grid, including popular designs such as Gordie - [Praga Cars and Britcar have confirmed provisional plans for an expanded Praga R1 presence on UK race-tracks in 2023](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-and-britcar-have-confirmed-provisional-plans-for-an-expanded-praga-r1-presence-on-uk-race-tracks-in-2023/) - Following the completion of the inaugural 2022 Praga Cup UK one-make race series and in the week following the launch of the all new, road-legal Praga Bohema hypercar, Praga Cars and Britcar have strengthened the relationship between the two organisations and announced provisional dates and plans for 2023’s racing. The new-look race series will be - [Loprais‘ strategy for a long Dakar 2023: To stay calm!](https://pragaglobal.com/loprais-strategy-for-a-long-dakar-2023-to-stay-calm/) - During the weekend, all racing and support vehicles of the Instaforex Loprais Team have left for Marseille in the south of France. On Tuesday, November 29, the team will go through the first part of scrutineering ahead of Dakar Rally 2023 there. After that, all vehicles and equipment will board a ship to Saudi Arabia, - [Why 89? Praga and the 1000 Miles of Czechoslovakia](https://pragaglobal.com/1000-miles-of-czechoslovakia/) - There will be just 89 examples of the new Bohema built by Praga. Why that number? Because it’s 89 years since Praga’s greatest road racing victory, when it won the 1933 1000 Miles of Czechoslovakia endurance race. This competition, inspired by the Mille Miglia, ran for three years between the wars, in 1933, ‘34 and - [Romain Grosjean on the Praga Bohema](https://pragaglobal.com/romain-grosjean-on-the-praga-bohema/) - The most famous of the team of professional drivers involved in the project to develop the Bohema is the former Formula 1 and current IndyCar driver Romain Grosjean. This is what he thought after his test sessions at the Slovakia Ring circuit: I saw the first completed prototype almost three years ago, in February 2020. - [Historic Praga company confirms its place on the hypercar grid with Bohema: an all-new road legal, limited run, race-bred car](https://pragaglobal.com/historic-praga-company-confirms-its-place-on-the-hypercar-grid-with-bohema-an-all-new-road-legal-limited-run-race-bred-car/) - - All-new design from 115-year-old Czech company with global racing credentials - Road car manners combine with prototype-spec race car attributes - Lightweight, targeting 982 kgs - Proven twin-turbo six-cylinder high-performance engine, targeting 700 hp - Full carbon monocoque chassis and body - Two-seater with innovative ergonomics and bespoke design features - Just 89 available - [PRAGA CARS CONFIRMS LAUNCH DATE FOR ALL NEW, LOW VOLUME TRACK-FOCUSED, HIGH-PERFORMANCE ROAD-LEGAL CAR](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-confirms-launch-date-for-all-new-low-volume-track-focused-high-performance-road-legal-car/) - Praga Cars, the specialist race and road car division of the 115-year-old Czech manufacturing and engineering brand, has confirmed that the name, price and full technical details of its all new road-legal car will be released on November 23rd at 17:00GMT. Track-focused and road-legal, it is planned for all major hypercar markets, hand-built and limited - [Romain Grosjean teases Praga's new hypercar](https://pragaglobal.com/romain-grosjean-teases-pragas-new-hypercar/) - Praga has released a third teaser ahead of the launch of its new hypercar due to be released on Wednesday 23rd November at 17:00 GMT. In the teaser video, former F1 driver and current IndyCar driver, Romain Grosjean, talks on camera about some of his first impressions of the car. In the video, Romain - [Praga road car official teaser](https://pragaglobal.com/newholytrinity-official-teaser/) - Praga has released an official teaser film ahead of the launch of its first hypercar later this month. The film is accompanied by the statement: 23rd November 5pm GMT. Praga’s holy trinity: carbon, petrol, lightweight…and you thought we just made race cars… #PragaCars #newholytrinity #hypercar Praga began its journey on road and track, off-road and - [Season 2, Episode 9 - The Final. GAME. SET. MATCH!](https://pragaglobal.com/season-2-episode-9-the-final-game-set-match/) - Season 2, Episode 9 of the Praga documentary is now live. It's the 2022 Praga Cup UK final. After what has been an incredibly close championship, the last two, one-hour endurance races will decide the winning team as well as the winners of the Drivers Championships, in what promises to be an exciting weekend on - [Season 2, Episode 8 - May the Best Man Win](https://pragaglobal.com/season-2-episode-8-may-the-best-man-win/) - Season 2, Episode 8 of the Praga documentary is now live. In the final days before the Praga Cup final at Donington Park, the drivers of the three cars at the top of the standings reflect on the season so far and their chances of taking home the top prizes at the championship decider. With - [Mutch and Broadbent are Praga Cup UK Champions, but Mittell Cars takes home a Praga R1](https://pragaglobal.com/mutch-and-broadbent-are-praga-cup-uk-champions-but-mittell-cars-takes-home-a-praga-r1/) - Praga celebrated an exciting final Round of the inaugural Praga Cup UK held at Donington Park on 22nd and 23rd October concluding a successful inaugural season of the one-make race series. With a strong turn-out from fans and guests in the paddock and in the Goddard Hospitality Suites, all eyes were on the four teams - [How to be a Praga dealer](https://pragaglobal.com/how-to-be-a-praga-dealer/) - In 2020 we set out to build a small international network of Praga R1 race car dealers to build on the growing demand for the all-carbon racer. One of the first we signed in 2021 was Praga Racing ANZ based out of the EMS Euro Motorsport business in Melbourne. Rick Campbell, Nik Manukyan, George Suchomel - [IPK Race Line LIGHT powered by Tillotson: the 12-hour experience in Jesolo](https://pragaglobal.com/ipk-race-line-light-powered-by-tillotson-the-12-hour-experience-in-jesolo/) - The partnership between IPK and Tillotson continues to show its potential and, in order to prove the qualities of their new rental kart, both companies decided to organise a durability test. The Race Line LIGHT produced by IPK and powered by the Tillotson 200 four-stroke engine hit the Italian historic Pista Azzurra track in JesoloThe partnership between IPK and Tillotson continues to show its potential and, in order to prove the qualities of their new rental kart, both companies decided to organise a durability test. The Race Line LIGHT produced by IPK and powered by the Tillotson 200 four-stroke engine hit the Italian historic Pista Azzurra track in Jesolo for a 12-hour experience. - [Join us at the Praga Cup 2022 final](https://pragaglobal.com/join-us-at-the-praga-cup-2022-final/) - Eight months after the launch of the inaugural Praga Cup UK, there are now just two races to go, taking place this Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd October at Donington Park. After what has been an incredibly close championship, the last two, one-hour endurance races will decide the winning team as well as the winners - [Praga Cup UK goes down to the wire](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cup-uk-goes-down-to-the-wire/) - The final Round of the inaugural Praga Cup UK is set to be a dramatic showdown with multiple competing teams and drivers in with a chance of winning the top prizes on offer, including a Praga R1 race car. Following the release of the official points by championship organiser, Britcar Endurance, it has been confirmed - [Fast art. Famous 'Frank' R1 race car to be exhibited at Sleeping with Art: The Art of Cars](https://pragaglobal.com/fast-art-famous-frank-r1-race-car-to-be-exhibited-at-sleeping-with-art-the-art-of-cars/) - Praga has been invited to exhibit its most famous R1 race car at the Sleeping with Art: The Art of Cars event taking place at Hedsor House, Buckinghamshire, on 25th and 26th October. Known simply by the name ‘Frank’, the Praga R1 race car features a bespoke racing livery designed by one of the most - [One-off Praga R1 with unique Frank Stephenson racing livery comes to market](https://pragaglobal.com/one-off-praga-r1-with-unique-frank-stephenson-racing-livery-comes-to-market/) - A unique Praga R1 race car with a bespoke livery designed by one of the most famous automotive designers in the world, Frank Stephenson, is for sale to car collectors for a limited period. The 2021 Praga R1 known as ‘Frank’, has become the most famous R1 in the world and an iconic image of - [Mansell moves into Praga Cup UK](https://pragaglobal.com/mansell-moves-into-praga-cup-uk/) - Scott Mansell, British racing driver and founder of the Driver61 YouTube channel, will make a guest driver appearance at Round 5 of the Praga Cup UK on 20th and 21st August at Donington Park. Making his Praga R1 racing debut, Scott will share two, one-hour endurance races with Praga Ambassador and former SAS operative, Jay - [Win tickets to the final of the Praga Cup 2022](https://pragaglobal.com/win-tickets-to-the-final-of-the-praga-cup-2022/) - To mark the final of the inaugural Praga Cup UK one-make race series, Praga is giving away two weekend tickets to watch the last Round of the 2022 championship live at Donington Park on 22nd & 23rd October. After nine races of dramatic and competitive Praga-on-Praga action at the UK’s most popular circuits, the final - [Praga returns to the runway](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-at-supercarfest/) - Praga Cars UK will be adding drama to one of the UK’s most exciting car enthusiast events, Supercar Fest the Runway at Sywell Aerodrome on 28 – 29 May as it takes a mid-season break from the popular Praga Cup UK one-make race series. Praga’s activities at one of the UK’s most successful private airfields - [Season 2, Episode 7 - Let's Get Ready to Rumble](https://pragaglobal.com/season-2-episode-7-lets-get-ready-to-rumble/) - Season 2, Episode 7 of the Praga documentary is now live. In this episode, the Praga drivers arrive at Round 5, the penultimate Round of the Praga Cup, where the competition is tighter than ever. With two endurance races set to take place at Donington Park, can Jimmy Broadbent and Gordie Mutch hold on to - [Season 2, Episode 6 - Who will take home the biggest prize in UK motorsport?](https://pragaglobal.com/s2e6-who-will-take-home-the-biggest-prize-in-uk-motorsport/) - The next episode of the Praga documentary is now live. In this episode, we look back on some of the exciting racing action that has happened throughout the season so far, with a special guest commentary from Dave Goddard. Who is in-line to take home the Grand Prize?; a Praga R1 race car, the biggest - [Season 2, Episode 5 - Let's be frank](https://pragaglobal.com/season-2-episode-5-lets-be-frank/) - Episode 5 of the Praga YouTube documentary is now live. In this episode, the Praga Cup returns to Silverstone Circuit for Round Four where the racing only gets more intense. There's also a special appearance from Frank Stephenson as he makes a visit to Praga HQ to talk about the latest Frank Stephenson Design livery - [How are chassis made](https://pragaglobal.com/how-are-chassis-made/) - Need to know Design The kart chassis consists of several tubes wire welded together and each part requires a different process of analysis and processing that IPK prepares in great detail. The initial analysis of the components takes place in the technical office, in which IPK engineers make 3D designs of each part of the - [Praga Guest Drivers extend championship lead at penultimate Round of Praga Cup UK 2022](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-guest-drivers-extend-championship-lead-at-penultimate-round-of-praga-cup-uk-2022/) - The Praga Cup UK moved to Donington Park on 20th and 21st August for Round Five of the championship where the Pragas took to the track for two one-hour endurance races in front of its biggest audience to date. With 40,000 motorsport fans in attendance, and an additional 30,000 viewers watching live on YouTube, the - [Praga Cup UK 2022: Season Review after Round Four](https://pragaglobal.com/season-review-so-far-praga-cup-uk-2022/) - Since the Praga Cup was launched at Silverstone in March of this year, Praga has seen record numbers of Praga R1s line-up on the grid, beaten GT3 lap times, and awarded trophies to 20 out of 29 drivers. Prior to 2022, the largest number of Praga R1s to appear on track was nine, in the - [TOP TIME AT TIME ATTACK FOR JIMMY BROADBENT IN HIS PRAGA R1](https://pragaglobal.com/top-time-at-time-attack-for-jimmy-broadbent-in-his-praga-r1/) - Photo credit: Scott Armsworth Praga ambassador Jimmy Broadbent completed the fastest lap in class and the fastest lap of the day in the Praga R1 at Round 5 of the Time Attack Championship at Oulton Park. Racing in the Pro Extreme Class, Jimmy started the day by completing the fastest time in the Warm Up - [Upcoming Praga R1 Test Days with Praga Racing UK](https://pragaglobal.com/upcoming-praga-r1-test-days-with-praga-racing-uk/) - Praga Racing UK has announced that it will hold a number of Praga R1 test days for amateur and professional drivers this summer in advance of the 2023 season. With plans for the Praga Cup 2023 grid to increase to 20 R1 cars due to growing interest from drivers, the Arrive and Drive test days - [Season 2, Episode 4 - The agony and ecstasy of racing](https://pragaglobal.com/season-2-episode-4-the-agony-and-ecstasy-of-racing/) - The Praga documentary is back with a new episode following the all-new Praga Cup. In the last episode, Tommy Foster and Miles Lacey took their first podium of the season in a race win at Oulton Park, with Gordie Mutch and Jimmy Broadbent taking 2nd place, and Scott Mittell and Charles Hall from Mittell Cars - [1, 2, 3 and it’s go, go, go for Capo and Praga Racing ANZ on Praga R1 racing debut](https://pragaglobal.com/1-2-3-and-its-go-go-go-for-capo-and-praga-racing-anz-on-praga-r1-racing-debut/) - Praga Racing ANZ celebrated a triple podium debut at Sydney Motorsport Park over the weekend at the opening Round of the Australian Prototype Series 2022. In a successful Praga R1 debut, Ricky Capo secured a top three finish in all three races and second place overall in a highly competitive and experienced field. After securing - [Season 2, Episode 3 - A Sprint in the Park](https://pragaglobal.com/season-2-episode-3-a-sprint-in-the-park/) - The Praga documentary is back with a new episode. At the end of Episode Two, RAW Motorsports' Rob Wheldon and Ben Stone moved to the top of the standings at Silverstone Circuit, closely followed by Scott Mittell and Charles Hall from Mittell Cars, and Alex Kapadia and Richard Wells from Tim Gray Motorsport. Now, in - [Rollercoaster weekend at Praga Cup as new faces join the championship](https://pragaglobal.com/rollercoaster-weekend-at-praga-cup-as-new-faces-join-the-championship/) - The Praga Cup headed to Snetterton Circuit on May 14th and 15th for Round Three which saw highs and lows for the drivers and welcomed several new faces on the grid. 18 year-old David Morales travelled from Florida to join Praga at the circuit as the first American driver to compete in the Cup, driving - [Ben Collins and Jay Morton re-sign with Praga and aim for top gear in inaugural Praga Cup UK](https://pragaglobal.com/ben-collins-and-jay-morton-re-sign-with-praga-and-aim-for-top-gear-in-inaugural-praga-cup-uk/) - Praga Cars UK confirms that Ben Collins, the former Stig from BBC Top Gear and now Hollywood stunt driver, and Jay Morton, adventurer and explorer, and ex-SAS soldier, have re-signed with Praga for 2022. Ben and Jay will co-pilot one of Praga’s brand new Gen 5 R1 factory cars to compete in the inaugural Praga - [Praga Cup comes ‘home’ as UK’s most exciting new one-make championship visits Oulton Park](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cup-comes-home-as-uks-most-exciting-new-one-make-championship-visits-oulton-park/) - The Praga Cup came ‘home’ for Round Two at Oulton Park, just minutes from the Czech company's UK brand headquarters in Cheshire, for a dramatic third race of the new one-make championship. Eager crowds gathered throughout the day to meet the 21 Praga drivers and see their cars in the paddock. Fan favourites and Praga - [Season 2, Episode 2 - Lights Out and Away We Go](https://pragaglobal.com/season-2-episode-2-lights-out-and-away-we-go/) - The Project Praga documentary is back for a second season. Previously in Episode One, we met Praga's Guest Drivers, Ben Collins, Gordie Mutch, Jay Morton and Jimmy Broadbent, as well as some of their Praga Cup 2022 rivals, as they prepared for the start of the championship. Now, in Episode Two, we go behind the - [Praga Cars UK picks up prestigious automotive marketing and communications award](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-uk-picks-up-prestigious-automotive-marketing-and-communications-award/) - Praga Cars UK has received a prestigious Autocar Business Automotive Marketing and Communications Award for its 2021 Guest Driver racing programme, featuring Jimmy Broadbent, one of the world’s most high-profile sim-racers. The Best Use of Influencers Award was presented to Praga for its 2021 motorsport campaign. The in-house managed programme invited automotive influencers to drive - [Round One of inaugural Praga Cup UK sees new customer teams and drivers dominate on the Silverstone GP circuit](https://pragaglobal.com/round-one-of-inaugural-praga-cup-uk-sees-new-customer-teams-and-drivers-dominate-on-the-silverstone-gp-circuit/) - Teams, drivers, sponsors and Praga management celebrated the launch of the inaugural Praga Cup on the Silverstone Grand Prix circuit at the weekend. A record number of Praga R1 race cars took to the grid to make Praga history in the brand’s 115th year with an impressive list of professional and up-and-coming drivers behind the - [Season 2, Episode 1 - Upping the Game](https://pragaglobal.com/season-2-episode-1-upping-the-game/) - The Project Praga documentary is back for a second season. After Praga's success in the Britcar Endurance Championship 2021, the Czech brand prepares to make history by launching its own one-make race series, the Praga Cup UK, to run as part of the BARC Britcar Endurance Championship calendar. This new championship, exclusively for the R1 - [The Praga Cup UK 2022 is here](https://pragaglobal.com/the-praga-cup-uk-2022-is-here/) - The inaugural Praga Cup UK launches this weekend on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th March at Silverstone circuit, the home of British motorsport. As a new one-make series, Round One of the Praga Cup will see the largest gathering of R1 race cars to date, with an exciting line-up of Professional and Amateur drivers set - [Praga heads East as global R1 dealer network expands with the addition of Praga Racing UAE](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-heads-east-as-global-r1-dealer-network-expands-with-the-addition-of-praga-racing-uae/) - Praga Cars confirms it has expanded its dealer network into the Middle East with the addition of Praga Racing UAE as the newest international partner for the R1 race car. The newly contracted dealership, run by the renowned Dragon Racing team in Dubai, will supply R1 race cars and provide customer support across the GCC - [The international season begins for the new official IPK Team](https://pragaglobal.com/the-international-season-begins-for-the-new-official-ipk-team/) - Relying on its new structure, the IPK Official Racing Team starts 2022 on the right foot. With a different organisation compared to the previous years, the team shows the first fruits of its work in Lonato at the WSK Champions Cup, the first race of the season - [2021 Praga race-winner and R8G eSports star Gordie Mutch confirmed as Jimmy Broadbent’s racing partner for Praga Cup 2022](https://pragaglobal.com/2021-praga-race-winner-and-r8g-esports-star-gordie-mutch-confirmed-as-jimmy-broadbents-racing-partner-for-praga-cup-2022/) - Praga Cars announces today that rising Scottish racing star Gordie Mutch is the latest driver confirmed for The Praga Cup 2022 and will be paired for a full season with popular YouTuber – and 2021 Britcar Endurance Rookie of the Year - Jimmy Broadbent. Following their double win at the final Round of last season’s - [Praga and R8G join forces as Broadbent and Grosjean take to the virtual wheel in the iRacing Daytona 24](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-and-r8g-join-forces-as-broadbent-and-grosjean-take-to-the-virtual-wheel-in-the-iracing-daytona-24/) - Praga Guest Driver, Jimmy Broadbent, will join Romain Grosjean’s R8G eSports team this weekend to take on the iRacing Daytona 24, reuniting with his 2021 Praga partner, Gordie Mutch, for one of the biggest sim racing events of the year. As the virtual equivalent of the 24 Hours of Daytona endurance race held at Daytona - [Aleš Loprais at the end of the 2022 Dakar Rally: Big thanks to everyone](https://pragaglobal.com/ales-loprais-at-the-end-of-the-2022-dakar-rally-big-thanks-to-everyone/) - The Instaforex Loprais Praga teams’ crew of Aleš Loprais, Jaroslav Valtr jr. and Petr Pokora with a Praga truck finished the 2022 Dakar Rally in 21st place in the trucks category. Their battle for the podium was halted in the final quarter of the competition following technical issues. After they fixed the steering, which broke - [Dakar 2022: Instaforex Loprais Praga Team back on the top](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2022-instaforex-loprais-praga-team-back-on-the-top/) - “You can have bad days, but never give up fighting”. Those words were motivating the whole Instaforex Loprais Praga Team as they started stage eleven of the Dakar Rally after being forced to retire from the tenth stage due to steering failure. However, Aleš Loprais and his crew definitely do not want to just participate. - [Praga expands official R1 dealer network with the introduction of Praga Racing Poland](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-expands-official-r1-dealer-network-with-the-introduction-of-praga-racing-poland/) - Praga Cars has expanded its global network of R1 dealers with the addition of Praga Racing Poland, further strengthening the brand’s presence in Central Europe. Patryk Pachura, CEO of Praga Racing Poland and Pachura Moto Center, attended Praga Cars UK’s star-studded ‘Evening With Praga’ event in November and agreed to take on the official R1 - [Dakar 2022: Aleš Loprais strengthens his position](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2022-ales-loprais-strengthens-his-position/) - After the eighth and ninth stage of the 2022 Dakar Rally, Aleš Loprais in his Praga V4S DKR has managed to increase the gap to Andrey Karginov in Kamaz. He will go into the tenth stage in fourth place in the trucks overall standings. Monday’s stage (395 km) led from Al Dawadimi to Wadi Ad - [VR Motorsport re-signs and re-names as official Praga Racing UK R1 dealer for the UK and Ireland](https://pragaglobal.com/vr-motorsport-re-signs-and-re-names-as-official-praga-racing-uk-r1-dealer-for-the-uk-and-ireland/) - Tuesday 11th January 2022, Prague/Manchester - Praga Cars UK today confirms that VR Motorsport has renewed its role as the official UK dealer for the R1 and joins the new global dealer network as Praga Racing UK, exclusively representing the UK and Ireland. Praga Racing UK joins the new global network represented by Praga Racing - [Podium Partnership for Praga Cars, Silverstone University Technical College and VR Motorsport](https://pragaglobal.com/podium-partnership-for-praga-cars-silverstone-university-technical-college-and-vr-motorsport/) - Praga Cars UK (Praga), Silverstone University Technical College (UTC) and VR Motorsport (VR) today announce an exciting ‘Education & Experience’ partnership that aims to support the dreams of the college’s students looking for careers in all levels and aspects of motorsport. Mark Harrison, Managing Director Praga Cars UK, Neil Patterson, Principal at Silverstone UTC and - [Dakar 2022: Aleš Loprais improved his position](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2022-ales-loprais-improved-his-position/) - After the seventh stage of the 2022 Dakar Rally, Aleš Loprais and his crew have moved up to fourth place in the overall standings. On Sunday, the Praga V4S DKR of the Instaforex Loprais Praga Team kept up with the overall leaders throughout the whole stage. Before the second part of the rally could even - [Dakar 2022: Loprais keeps up with leaders and holds his position](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2022-loprais-keeps-up-with-leaders-and-holds-his-position/) - After an extremely dramatic fourth stage for the Instaforex Loprais Praga Team, in which a collision with a buggy caused major mechanical issues, Aleš Loprais and his crew completed the gruelling stage in 6th place. The fifth stage presented even greater challenges with extreme terrains. However, the Praga Team handled the difficult stage without a - [Dakar 2022: Loprais held by puncture, but remains fifth overall](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2022-loprais-held-by-puncture-but-remains-fifth-overall/) - After the first quarter of the 2022 Dakar Rally, Aleš Loprais and his crew sit in fifth place in the truck overall standings. The Praga #508 crew managed to hold its position, right behind four factory Kamaz trucks, despite a puncture, that cost the team some valuable minutes at the end of Tuesday’s special. On - [Dakar 2022: Loprais finishes third in first stage despite some issues](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2022-loprais-finishes-third-in-first-stage-despite-some-issues/) - The 2022 Dakar Rally started on New Year’s Day with more than an 800-kilometre trip from Jeddah to Ha’il, during which the competitors also took part in the qualifying stage (19.51 kilometres), that led mostly through sand and small dunes. While Aleš Loprais and his mechanic Petr Pokora share the cabin of the rally truck - [Global sim-racing superstar Jimmy Broadbent returns with Praga for 2022](https://pragaglobal.com/global-sim-racing-superstar-jimmy-broadbent-returns-with-praga-for-2022/) - - Jimmy Broadbent has signed his contract for a second year with Praga - With no previous real-life racing experience, Jimmy secured two race wins and was crowned Britcar Rookie of the Year in 2021 - Jimmy will drive a new factory R1 in the Praga Cup 2022 with his racing partner to be confirmed - [Praga announces latest details ahead of inaugural Praga Cup 2022](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-announces-latest-details-ahead-of-inaugural-praga-cup-2022/) - - First reveal of the regulations includes Pro/Am line-up, points awarded throughout the field, mandatory timed pitstops, and success penalties - Praga Cup 2022 plans to race at Spa-Francorchamps for non-Championship European Round - Exclusive partnership with Romain Grosjean's R8G Esports team to provide sim-racing coaching to drivers racing in the Praga Cup 2022 - - [Praga Cars UK grows in numbers with appointment of new Communications Manager](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-uk-grows-in-numbers-with-appointment-of-new-communications-manager/) - Tuesday 14th December 2021, Prague/Manchester - Praga Cars UK is delighted to announce the appointment of Lucy Burman as the company’s new Communications Manager. The appointment comes as the latest step towards building an industry-leading team to support Praga Cars UK at the newly established global brand centre. The 114 year old Czech engineering company - [‘Frank’ revealed as top prize for winning R1 in Praga Cup 2022](https://pragaglobal.com/frank-revealed-as-top-prize-for-winning-r1-in-praga-cup-2022/) - Monday 29th November 2021, Prague/Manchester – Praga has confirmed its intent that the owner (team or individual) of the winning R1 to compete in the Praga Cup 2022 will receive Praga’s hero R1 known as ‘Frank’ as the season’s top prize – a unique level of reward at this level of motorsport. With strong residual - [Famous Five team up at Praga Cars UK](https://pragaglobal.com/famous-five-team-up-at-praga-cars-uk/) - - Praga Cars UK hosts two star-studded, private events at Praga’s global brand centre - Romain Grosjean, Frank Stephenson, Jimmy Broadbent and Jay Morton join guest host Jodie Kidd and over 200 guests - Praga confirms plans for 2022 one-make Praga Cup as this season’s racing teams and drivers celebrate at Praga End of Season - [Episode 9: All. Or nothing.](https://pragaglobal.com/episode-9-all-or-nothing/) - The season finale of the Praga Category in the Britcar Endurance series was a suspense-filled Saturday with cold tyres and early nightfall influencing the outcome that, like in 2020, went down to the final race. New driver pairings, three cars piloted solus, and four teams with a chance of winning the championship made for an - [Race report: Sim racers get double win and 2021 champions are crowned](https://pragaglobal.com/sim-racers-star-as-champions-crowned/) - Text by Angus Martin The 2021 Britcar Endurance season came to a close in dramatic fashion at Donington as once again the Pragas locked out the podium spots in both races. New pairing of Jimmy Broadbent and Gordie Mutch were the stars on the day taking their first brace of wins in 'Goldie'. Whilst Broadbent - [Drama at Donington Park as the 2021 Praga Category in the Britcar Endurance Championship goes down to the wire](https://pragaglobal.com/drama-at-donington-park-as-the-2021-praga-category-in-the-britcar-endurance-championship-goes-down-to-the-wire/) - The 2021 Praga Category in the Britcar Endurance Championship came to a close this weekend at the final race at Donington Park. The Tim Gray Motorsport-run Praga R1 driven by Richard Wells and Alex Kapadia this season was crowned champion with Tim Gray himself stepping into Kapadia’s shoes as Kapadia was otherwise committed to racing - [All to play for at Donington as 2021 season goes to the wire](https://pragaglobal.com/all-to-play-for-at-donington-as-2021-season-goes-to-the-wire/) - As we head to Donington Park for the final two races of the Praga Category in the Britcar Endurance Championship, our latest YouTube mini-series sees drivers reflect on their performances over the season and, for some, their chances of winning the first-ever Praga race series. The championship is still up for grabs heading into the - [Praga Cars takes to the grid with Praga Cup UK one-make championship](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-takes-to-the-grid-with-praga-cup-uk-one-make-championship/) - First global R1 championship to run with Britcar Endurance - 6 UK Rounds starting at Silverstone and Oulton Park - 1 non-championship European race weekend planned - 1 2022 factory R1 prize to winning team - 4 current factory cars offered to the market, to be replaced by Praga for the Praga Cup 12 months - [Praga Cup 2022 confirms six-round UK calendar and an R1 as winner's prize](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cup-2022-confirms-six-round-uk-calendar-and-an-r1-as-winners-prize/) - Nine Praga R1s took to the grid in style at Silverstone July 2/3, 2021 - the Praga Cup 2022 will return to the home of motorsport in March 2022 Wednesday 6th October, Prague/Manchester - Praga Cars and Britcar have confirmed provisional dates for the inaugural Praga Cup in 2022, with Round 1 appropriately debuting at - [Four used R1s for sale: ten careful owners - professional racing drivers, TV stars, sim racers, and YouTubers](https://pragaglobal.com/four-used-r1s-for-sale-ten-careful-owners-professional-racing-drivers-tv-stars-sim-racers-and-youtubers/) - Praga Cars UK is replacing four of its five factory R1s that are competing in this season’s Praga Category as part of Britcar Endurance Championship. All cars are for sale through the Praga Racing UK dealer, VR Motorsport and details are available on the following links: VRMotorsport.co.uk Racecarsdirect.com Four of the five turbocharged R1s will - [Episode 7: Orange Army](https://pragaglobal.com/episode-7-orange-army/) - On a weekend at Brands Hatch at the end of July clouded by the tragic loss of marshal, Robert Foote, racing took a back seat while drivers and team members reflected on the inherent dangers of motorsport: although rare nowadays, still a reality that means we are all indebted to the voluntary work all marshals - [1922 Praga Alfa: 99 years later becomes the winner of the 2021 "1000 miles of Czechoslovakia"](https://pragaglobal.com/1922-praga-alfa-99-years-later-becomes-the-winner-of-the-2021-1000-miles-of-czechoslovakia/) - One of the most prestigious of European classic car races, the "1000 miles of Czechoslovakia", saw Pavel Procházka and his 1922 Praga Alfa come home in first place in a competition of 120 pre-war vehicles. The endurance road-race “1000 miles Czechoslovakia” is held every summer in the Czech Republic and Slovakia as a reminder of - [Praga Cars UK growth plans gather pace with appointment of new Motorsport Manager](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-uk-expands-with-appointment-of-new-motorsport-manager/) - Praga Cars UK is delighted to announce the appointment of Lucy Payne as the company’s new, and first, Motorsport Manager. Payne will contribute to the strategic development of Praga’s racing activities in the UK, focusing on the planned growth of the R1 racing car programme as well as developing campaigns with the 114-year-old company’s historic racers, - [Four places available in the Praga Racing Team for the OK-OKJ world championship](https://pragaglobal.com/four-places-available-in-the-praga-racing-team-for-the-ok-okj-world-championship/) - The official team of the IPKarting group still has four free places in view of the FIA Karting World Championship OK-OKJ, which will be raced in Brazil on the weekend of 2-5 December. - [Praga Stars at Supercar Driver Michelin Secret Meet](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-stars-at-supercar-driver-michelin-secret-meet/) - Praga Cars was delighted to once again be invited to attend Supercar Driver’s annual flagship event, the Michelin Secret Meet, and this time as SCD’s Official Racing Partner. For the first time, Michelin’s ‘not so’ Secret Meet was broadcast live on YouTube so that fans and followers of SCD could get a taste of the - [Praga Cars confirms first international partners in new global Praga Racing dealer network](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-confirms-first-international-partners-in-new-global-praga-racing-dealer-network/) - Thursday 5th August, Cheshire/Prague – Praga Cars has signed contracts with its first three official Praga Racing dealers as a new international network of partners is established to build on the R1’s growing reputation. Praga Racing ANZ (Australia/New Zealand), Praga Racing Benelux (based in Belgium) and Praga Racing West (California) have been established as the - [Limited Edition Praga postcard pack for marshal memorial fundraiser](https://pragaglobal.com/limited-edition-praga-postcard-pack-for-marshal-memorial-fundraiser/) - Following on from the tragic events during Praga’s race programme at Brands Hatch last weekend, where volunteer motorsport marshal Robert Foote lost his life, Praga Cars UK has commissioned a limited run of exclusive postcards which will be available at Supercar Driver’s Secret Meet. The postcard pack will include a selection of photos from Praga’s - [R1 joins 911s as SCD invites Praga to its Anglesey track day](https://pragaglobal.com/r1-joins-911s-as-scd-invites-praga-to-its-anglesey-track-day/) - As SCD’s official Racing Partner, Praga was pleased to attend SCD’s exclusive Porsche 911 GT test day at Anglesey recently. We took along the R1 known as ‘Frank’ – our pride and joy, and SCD’s Miles Lacey’s race car – for a fun-filled day of demo laps and discussions with a number of SCD members - [Praga Brands Hatch statement](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-brands-hatch-statement/) - We were terribly saddened to hear the news last night from the BARC confirming the marshal involved in the serious accident at our race meeting at Brands Hatch yesterday had passed away. Our thoughts go out to their friends and family, to the racing driver involved, and we thank all the marshals at race meetings - [Praga Cars Converge on Kent: Brands Hatch: Britcar Round 5 Preview](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-converge-on-kent-brands-hatch-britcar-round-5-preview/) - Following on from the nail-biting finish at the 2-hour endurance race at Silverstone at the start of July, it’s time for more action in Round 5 at Brands Hatch. - [Episode 6: Wets or slicks? Sweat & tears!](https://pragaglobal.com/episode-6-wets-or-slicks-sweat-tears/) - The second half of the Britcar Endurance Championship. Praga Class turns up in full force with nine R1s again in a close battle for the series during the race. - [Frank Stephenson-liveried Praga R1 stands out at the 2021 Goodwood Festival of Speed](https://pragaglobal.com/frank-stephenson-liveried-praga-r1-stands-out-at-the-2021-goodwood-festival-of-speed/) - Praga factory driver Aleš Jirásek has secured an overall sixth place at the Sunday Goodwood Festival of Speed in what was the Praga R1’s Goodwood debut. - [Praga Cars was privileged to attend SCD’s grand summer social event at the amazing Grantley Hall](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-was-privileged-to-attend-scds-grand-summer-social-event-at-the-amazing-grantley-hall/) - Praga Cars was privileged to attend SCD’s grand summer social event at the amazing Grantley Hall in Yorkshire. Amid stunning scenery and sensational landscaped gardens, the Praga R1 racer known as ‘Frank’ took pride of place on the lawns as part of the Sunday concourse. The R1 joined an eclectic group of show cars including - [Frank to run up the hill at Goodwood Festival of Speed](https://pragaglobal.com/frank-to-run-up-the-hill-at-goodwood-festival-of-speed/) - Frank has been tidied up after the 2 Hour Britcar race at Silverstone on 3rd July and is all set to run up the hill at this year's Goodwood Festival of Speed. - [Silverstone spectacle soaked up by Praga guests as racing gets back to normal](https://pragaglobal.com/silverstone-spectacle-soaked-up-by-praga-guests-as-racing-gets-back-to-normal/) - The Praga Class within the Britcar Endurance Championship returned to Silverstone for the two-hour endurance race on the full GP circuit and, for the first time in two seasons, ran an almost textbook race weekend. With nine R1s on the grid, locking out the first four rows, and three of those cars coming home first, - [Praga Hospitality Suite at 2 Hour Silverstone Britcar Endurance Championship](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-hospitality-suite-at-silverstone-britcar-endurace-championship/) - Praga Cars UK, in partnership with Silverstone University Technical College and VR Motorsport, is inviting you to join us at the home of British motorsport for the Britcar Endurance 2 hour Championship race. With panoramic views of this iconic circuit, the Praga hospitality suite and private terrace will overlook the start/finish line on the National - [Ashley Dibden joins Praga Guest Driver programme as Abbie Eaton heads to W Series](https://pragaglobal.com/ashley-dibden-joins-praga-guest-driver-programme-as-abbie-eaton-heads-to-w-series/) - Ashley Dibden is set to join Gordie Mutch in the #333 Praga Three Lions car In the Praga Class for the second half of the Britcar Endurance Championship season. - [Praga Cars takes pride all season](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-takes-pride-all-season/) - June was Pride month – a celebration and promotion of awareness to show support and inclusion of the LGBTQ+ community around the world - but Praga Cars is showing its support for the LGBTQ+ community of racing drivers all season long. To celebrate Pride month, and the work of the Racing Pride organisation, Praga Cars - [Smells Like Team Spirit: Praga Cars, VR Motorsport and Motus One agree plans for Motus One to manage more R1s](https://pragaglobal.com/smells-like-team-spirit-praga-cars-vr-motorsport-and-motus-one-agree-plans-for-motus-one-to-manage-more-r1s/) - Praga Cars confirmed Motus One as the new team running the Praga Guest Driver car of Miles Lacey and James Walker for the second half of the Praga Cup season. - [Praga – Episode 5: Back on Track](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-episode-5-back-on-track/) - After the heavens opened at Snetterton for Round 2 of the Praga Class in the Britcar Endurance Championship at the start of May, the sun came out at Oulton Park for Round 3 as the Praga Guest Drivers prepared for Praga Cars UK’s home race following the official opening of the Praga Cars UK HQ - [Praga launches Supercar Race Academy to fast-track route to racing an R1](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-launches-supercar-race-academy-to-fast-track-route-to-racing-an-r1/) - Praga Cars UK is delighted to announce the Praga Supercar Race Academy; a comprehensive programme aimed predominantly at supercar and hypercar-owning individuals wanting to get involved with motorsport. - [FORMULA K IS THE KZ WORLD CHAMPION WITH JEREMY IGLESIAS](https://pragaglobal.com/formula-k-is-the-kz-world-champion-with-jeremy-iglesias/) - The extraordinary success achieved at South Garda Karting provides IPKarting, which belongs to Praga brand family, its second World title in the highest gearbox category, the first with the Formula K brand. In KZ2, Giacomo Pollini comes in at the third place position on the podium. The 2020 FIA Karting World Championship KZ ends - [Praga on Cloud 9 with double victory for Praga Racing Academy](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-on-cloud-9-with-double-victory-for-praga-racing-academy/) - Cloud 9 for Praga and VR Motorsport as Praga Racing Academy team of Jay Morton and Angus Fender delivers double maiden victories at Oulton Park. - [Praga Cars moves into top gear in the UK](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-moves-into-top-gear-in-the-uk/) - Global expansion Cheshire-based HQ underway for 114-year-old brand as Praga Cars UK is officially launched and Praga Cars moves into top gear in the UK. - [Praga Cars soak up the sun at Sywell Supercar Fest](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-soak-up-the-sun-at-sywell-supercar-fest/) - Praga Cars were among the invited attendees at Supercar Fest at the Sywell Aerodrome in Northamptonshire. Guest Driver Programme, Frank Stephenson, and more. - [Former BBC Top Gear STIG Ben Collins TEST DRIVES NEW PRAGA R1](https://pragaglobal.com/former-bbc-top-gear-stig-ben-collins-test-drives-new-praga-r1/) - Praga Cars UK is excited to reveal that Ben Collins, the former Stig from BBC Top Gear and now one of the world's most sought after stunt and performance drivers, has tested the new Praga R1 at its 'home' track, Oulton Park Circuit. Having spent the previous day at Praga’s newly announced UK HQ in - [Praga Cars UK teases new HQ ahead of official opening in June](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-teases-new-uk-hq-ahead-of-official-opening-in-june/) - Praga Cars UK reveals the look of its new strategically located headquarters and global Brand Centre near Manchester and Oulton Park Circuit in Cheshire. - [First ever Praga one-make category takes to the grid at Silverstone](https://pragaglobal.com/first-ever-praga-one-make-category-takes-to-the-grid-at-silverstone/) - Round 1 of the 2021 Britcar Endurance Championship at Silverstone April 23rd/24th marked a new chapter in Praga’s racing history as eight R1s arrived at the home of British motorsport for the first ever dedicated Praga category. A combination of factory cars with a select band of Guest Drivers, and new and used R1 customer - [Praga R1 customers dominate as debutant Guest Drivers impress at soaking wet Snett](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1-customers-dominate-as-debutant-guest-drivers-impress-at-soaking-wet-snett/) - Round 2 of the 2021 Praga Britcar Endurance Championship at Snetterton was a tense, wet and dramatic affair that welcomed Angus Fender, Miles Lacey, Jay Morton and MrJWW. - [Project Praga: Episode 3 - Game On](https://pragaglobal.com/project-praga-episode-3-game-on/) - Step inside with exclusive access to the Praga pit garages and watch the drivers prepare for their first outing. - [SAS VETERAN AND WHO DARES WINS STAR JAY MORTON RACES INTO BRITCAR ENDURANCE CHAMPIONSHIP WITH PRAGA AND MOTUS ONE](https://pragaglobal.com/sas-veteran-and-who-dares-wins-star-jay-morton-races-into-britcar-endurance-championship-with-praga-and-motus-one/) - Former SAS operator and two-time Everest summiteer Jay Morton is the first to experience this exciting association between Praga Cars UK and Motus One Racing. - [The Digital Wind Tunnel](https://pragaglobal.com/the-digital-wind-tunnel/) - The latest evolution of our Praga R1 boasts significantly improved aerodynamics. The car is equipped with a high performance aero package including a new rear wing, underfloor geometry and front downforce devices. The shape of the virtual prototype was carefully refined in ICON Digital Wind Tunnel for higher downforce, lower drag, better stability and agility. - [Race weekend warm-up: Round 1 Silverstone](https://pragaglobal.com/race-weekend-warm-up-round-1-silverstone/) - In anticipation for the upcoming Silverstone round of Britcar, jump on board with our nimble racing drone to get a dynamic first look at the new Praga R1 in action at our recent Anglesey test day with members of the 2021 Guest Driver Programme. Featuring the Praga R1 draped in Frank Stephenson’s striking livery design, - [Praga: Episode 2 - The Players](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-episode-2-the-players/) - After a strong response to Episode 1 of Praga’s new 12-part microdocumentary, which delves in to the lives of the personalities who make up the 2021 Guest Driver Programme line-up, Praga are pleased to announce the release of Episode 2 – The Players; a double-header episode where we get to meet our drivers in greater - [Praga Cars launches YouTube micro documentary on Sunday 18th April going behind the scenes of the 2021 Britcar Endurance Championship](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-launches-youtube-micro-documentary-on-sunday-18th-april-going-behind-the-scenes-of-the-2021-britcar-endurance-championship/) - Praga Cars launches a new YouTube micro documentary that takes fans into the cockpit and behind the scenes, experiencing the exciting 2021 season ahead on and off track as Praga battles to retain the Britcar title. Episode 1 of the 12-part series goes live on YouTube at 18:00 GMT Sunday 18th April, swiftly followed by - [Praga Angelsey test drone one-take](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-angelsey-test-drone-one-take/) - Are you as excited for Round 1 of the 2021 Britcar Endurance Championship as we are? Would you like the chance to get closer to the action than ever before? Now’s your chance to truly experience what it was like at our recent Guest Driver test event at Anglesey with a unique fly-on-the-wall perspective. Join - [Pre-season testing gets underway at Anglesey](https://pragaglobal.com/pre-season-testing-gets-underway-at-anglesey/) - Praga Cars has begun its preparations for the Britcar Endurance Championship with a comprehensive test at the challenging Anglesey Circuit in North Wales. With UK MD Mark Harrison and VR Motorsport Director Vincent Randall present, the Praga team have assembled the cars and drivers that will compete this year. Enjoy the latest images, with more - [From 2019 P1 to 2020 R1](https://pragaglobal.com/josef-kral-head-of-motorsport/) - Ferrari GT3 driver Josef Kral comes to Britcar as Praga Cars’ Head of Motorsport Praga Cars, manufacturer of the R1T Evo – the car raced by reigning Britcar Class 1 champions VR Motorsport – has announced that Josef Kral has joined as Head of Motorsport. Kral is the Czech Republic’s most successful active racing driver - [Mr JWW to drive Frank Stephenson-liveried Praga R1 alongside SCD’s Miles Lacey](https://pragaglobal.com/mr-jww-to-drive-frank-stephenson-liveried-praga-r1-alongside-scds-miles-lacey/) - Praga Cars (Praga) today confirms another of its Guest Driver Programme pairings for the 2021 Britcar Endurance Championship. Following on from the news that defending Champion Jem Hepworth will be teaming up with sim racer Jimmy Broadbent in his debut racing season, Praga has confirmed that James Walker, aka Mr JWW, will be forging an - [Jimmy joins Jem in Britcar as Sim Racer Broadbent partners with defending Champion Hepworth for inaugural Praga Cup](https://pragaglobal.com/jimmy-joins-jem-in-britcar-as-sim-racer-broadbent-partners-with-defending-champion-hepworth-for-inaugural-praga-cup/) - Praga Cars (Praga) today confirms the latest dynamic driver pairing as part of Praga’s Guest Driver programme within the 2021 Britcar Endurance Championship. 2020 Britcar Endurance Champion, Jem Hepworth, will emerge from the Praga pit garage with new teammate, sim racer and YouTube star Jimmy Broadbent. Jem is aiming to build upon her strong Britcar - [FRANK STEPHENSON DESIGN AND PRAGA CARS UNVEIL BESPOKE R1 RACING LIVERY](https://pragaglobal.com/frank-stephenson-design-and-praga-cars-unveil-bespoke-r1-racing-livery/) - Frank Stephenson Design is pleased to unveil the first project in the Creative Partnership with Praga Cars. Frank Stephenson has designed a bespoke racing livery for the R1 competing in the 2021 Britcar Endurance Championship. For this unique livery, inspiration has come from working closely with the Praga engineering team to delve deep under the - [Gallery from our test session at Donington Park](https://pragaglobal.com/gallery-from-our-test-session-at-donington-park/) - Check out this mega gallery from our test session at Donington Park a few days ago featuring Mr JWW, Supercar Driver, and a whole host of our exciting guests and regular drivers. https://pragaglobal.com/praga-goes-racing-with-supercar-drivers/ - [Praga resurrects postponed Britcar Round 1 in partnership with Race Department and Jimmy Broadbent](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-resurrects-postponed-britcar-round-1-in-partnership-with-race-department-and-jimmy-broadbent/) - Praga Cars (Praga) has today announced a one-off eSports event to commemorate what would have been Round 1 of the Britcar Championship, and the inaugural race of the new Praga Category. Featuring sim racing star Jimmy Broadbent alongside drivers from Praga’s 2021 Guest Driver line-up, and a field of special guests, the race will take - [W Series racer and The Grand Tour test driver Abbie Eaton joins Praga alongside Romain Grosjean protégé Gordie Mutch](https://pragaglobal.com/w-series-racer-and-the-grand-tour-test-driver-abbie-eaton-joins-praga-alongside-romain-grosjean-protege-gordie-mutch/) - Praga Cars has today announced the latest drivers to join its 2021 Britcar Endurance Championship programme, with W Series racer and The Grand Tour test driver Abbie Eaton lining up alongside Gordie Mutch, a star protegé of Romain Grosjean’s R8G esports programme. Just one driver remains to be announced in Praga’s five-car Guest Driver line-up. - [FRANK STEPHENSON DESIGN AND PRAGA CARS CONFIRMS 2021 CREATIVE PARTNERSHIP](https://pragaglobal.com/frank-stephenson-design-and-praga-cars-confirms-2021-creative-partnership/) - Frank Stephenson Design, independent design company set-up by renowned designer Frank Stephenson, and Praga Cars, the 114-year-old Czech Republic-based designer and manufacturer of the all-carbon R1 racing car, have agreed a “Creative Partnership” that will see them working together on a number of projects in 2021. The first project of the collaboration is based around - ["Which kart is right for me?" Praga Karts replies with its own purchasing advice](https://pragaglobal.com/which-kart-is-right-for-me-praga-karts-replies-with-its-own-purchasing-advice/) - From racing to rental, from beginners to the most demanding drivers, the product range of Praga Karts, a brand belonging to the IPKarting group, supplies products suitable for every need. - [Praga Goes Racing with Supercar Driver](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-goes-racing-with-supercar-drivers/) - Praga Cars has been confirmed as Supercar Driver’s (SCD) first ever ‘Official Racing Partner’, agreeing a partnership with the UK’s leading supercar owners community that will see Praga karts and the Praga R1 take to tracks in the UK at a number of SCD events. Not only that, but Praga has also offered SCD’s very - [Sim racing star Jimmy Broadbent joins Praga for real-world 2021 Britcar campaign](https://pragaglobal.com/sim-racing-star-jimmy-broadbent-joins-praga-for-real-world-2021-britcar-campaign/) - Praga is blurring the lines between gaming and racing as it confirms that one of the world’s most high profile and established online racing gamers, Jimmy Broadbent will take to the track in the real world in 2021 driving a Praga R1 within the Britcar Endurance Championship. Jimmy will join Praga’s Britcar Guest Driver programme, - [PRAGA AMBASSADOR, ROMAIN GROSJEAN, CONFIRMS 2021 RACING PLANS](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-ambassador-romain-grosjean-confirms-2021-racing-plans/) - Long-time partner and Praga brand ambassador, Romain Grosjean, today confirms his plans to make his debut racing Indy Car for Dale Coyne Racing across the US. Grosjean moves to the leading single-seat US series on road courses and street circuits after 10 seasons and 179 races in Formula 1, racing full-time in the USA where - [New graphics, new accessories and attention to detail for the new Praga Dragon EVO 2](https://pragaglobal.com/new-graphics-new-accessories-and-attention-to-detail-for-the-new-praga-dragon-evo-2/) - The Dragon EVO 2 is the newest Praga Kart chassis made by IPKarting, aimed at shifter and single-speed categories. Combined with a chassis with a consolidated design, Dragon EVO 2 features the top-of-the-line accessories and completely renewed graphics which marks a clean cut with the previous versions manufactured before 2020. The chassis is composed of - [Praga launches new all-carbon R1](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-launches-new-all-carbon-r1/) - Praga Cars has officially launched the new Praga R1, the successor to its championship-winning lightweight all-carbon prototype-style racing car. The latest evolution of the Praga R1 features an all-new carbon fibre monocoque, splitter, floor, diffuser and rear wing alongside revised engine management software, improved electronics, adjustable pedals, larger fuel tank, revised suspension and in-car driver - [Dakar 2021: Mouse in a blue trap](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2021-mouse-in-a-blue-trap/) - For the last few days, the Instaforex Loprais Praga Team has seen lots of number fours at Dakar Rally 2021. Aleš Loprais and his crew and Praga V4S DKR have been holding fourth place in the overall standings for the last four days. They finished yesterday’s stage in fourth place, which also meant fourth starting - [Dakar 2021: Aleš Loprais fought until last kilometres](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2021-ales-loprais-fought-until-last-kilometres/) - Aleš Loprais, Khalid Alkendi and Petr Pokora finished the Dakar Rally 2021 in fifth place overall in the trucks category. The Instaforex Loprais Praga Team crew tried to push one more time, but a tyre puncture halted the efforts of the Praga V4S DKR. The twelfth stage of the Dakar Rally 2021 brought the competitors - [Dakar 2021: Toughest stage, but still calm. Is the storm coming?](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2021-toughest-stage-but-still-calm-is-the-storm-coming/) - While most of the competitors described the ninth stage of Dakar Rally 2021 as the toughest one yet, the Instaforex Loprais Praga Team had a relatively calm day. But of course, it was still a Dakar. The loop stage around Neom had 465 kilometres and the organisers prepared a really difficult route. Its profile changed - [Dakar 2021: Very unpleasant déjà vu at Dakar](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2021-very-unpleasant-deja-vu-at-dakar/) - Exactly a year ago, Aleš Loprais and his crew started the penultimate stage of Dakar Rally from fourth place, aiming to attack the podium positions in dunes. However, technical issues had stopped them from doing so. And this year, once again, the Praga V4S DKR truck held the fourth place before the penultimate stage. And - [Dakar 2021: Loprais heads into the final part from fourth place](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2021-loprais-heads-into-the-final-part-from-fourth-place/) - Throughout both marathon stages, Aleš Loprais, Khalid Alkendi and Petr Pokora did not have a chance to follow the results. They had enough work handling difficult routes and making sure that the Praga V4S DKR keeps going. After eight challenging days at Dakar, the truck has unsurprisingly shown some signs of wear. And while they - [Dakar 2021: The Lady – The Fighter & The Queen – The Salvation](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2021-the-lady-the-fighter-the-queen-the-salvation/) - One stage. That is all it took for Aleš Loprais, Khalid Alkendi and Petr Pokora to return the Praga V4S DKR back to the fourth place overall in the truck standings. However, it was not an easy day at all for the Instaforex Loprais Praga Team at Dakar Rally 2021. On Sunday, January 10, the - [Monster EVO 3: the new MINI by Praga Karts](https://pragaglobal.com/monster-evo-3-the-new-mini-by-praga-karts/) - The arrival of the new MINI international class has represented an important challenge for the IPK Group. The result of the work performed is the new Praga Karts Monster EVO 3, a chassis full of improvements. THE CHASSIS The Monster EVO 3 chassis is composed by 28 mm diameter tubes which form a double curve - [2021 Dakar is halfway through, Aleš Loprais is 5 minutes from podium](https://pragaglobal.com/2021-dakar-is-halfway-through-ales-loprais-is-5-minutes-from-podium/) - The Instaforex Loprais Praga Team has successfully finished the first half of Dakar Rally 2021. After six out of twelve stages, the Praga V4S DKR number 504 currently holds fifth place in the truck standings. The crew is only 5:17 minutes from the podium positions. On Friday, January 8, Aleš Loprais finished in fourth place - [Dakar 2021: After a storming drive, Loprais is close to top 3](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2021-after-a-storming-drive-loprais-is-close-to-top-3/) - The fifth stage of the Dakar Rally 2021 was just as difficult as promised. And Aleš Loprais and his crew had their share of challenges in the Praga truck. But the initial frustration just motivated them to push even harder and it has paid off. The organisers warned right from the start that the stage - [Aleš Loprais praises organisers: “This is the real Dakar, I can feel every bone in my body!”](https://pragaglobal.com/ales-loprais-praises-organisers-this-is-the-real-dakar-i-can-feel-every-bone-in-my-body/) - After the third stage of Dakar Rally 2021, Aleš Loprais, Khalid Alkendi and Petr Pokora currently hold fifth place in the trucks standings. In a loop stage, which took place on Tuesday, January 5, around Wadi Ad-Dawasir, the Instaforex Loprais Praga Team crew with a Praga V4S DKR truck finished in seventh place. The third - [Dakar 2021: Another puncture, but Aleš Loprais remains in fifth place](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2021-another-puncture-but-ales-loprais-remains-in-fifth-place/) - For the first time at Dakar Rally 2021, Aleš Loprais did not make it to the top 10. Yet, it was a relatively calm day for the Instaforex Loprais Praga Team. And while today’s result of the Praga V4S DKR was not satisfying, it actually might be an advantage for tomorrow. Now, both team’s trucks - [Dakar 2021: Successful shakedown for both trucks and three drivers of the Instaforex Loprais Praga Team](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2021-successful-shakedown-for-both-trucks-and-three-drivers-of-the-instaforex-loprais-praga-team/) - The Instaforex Loprais Praga Team has made first important steps ahead of the Dakar Rally 2021. Now, there are only two more tasks remaining: scrutineerings and a short prologue. The first stage of the event is scheduled for Saturday afternoon. First, the Instaforex Loprais Praga Team faced a two-day quarantine at the hotel, which was - [Dakar 2021: Quick but careful drive brought Loprais sixth place in prologue](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2021-quick-but-careful-drive-brought-loprais-sixth-place-in-prologue/) - Both Instaforex Loprais Praga Team crews had a similar strategy in today’s prologue. Without risking too much, both trucks have secured good starting positions for the opening stage of the Dakar Rally 2021. The 43rd edition of the Dakar Rally has finally begun. Even before the first official stage, the crews already battled against the - [Dakar 2021: Nerve-wracking but beautiful second place for Loprais](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2021-nerve-wracking-but-beautiful-second-place-for-loprais/) - The first official stage of Dakar Rally 2021 has brought the Instaforex Loprais Praga Team a success, that not even the crews expected. Aleš Loprais, Khalid Alkendi and Petr Pokora took the Praga V4S DKR to the second place in the truck category. The 623-kilometer opening stage from Jeddah to Bisha, out of which 277 - [Dakar 2021: Loprais‘ efforts slowed down by puncture](https://pragaglobal.com/dakar-2021-loprais-efforts-slowed-down-by-puncture/) - Aleš Loprais and his crew have shown a great form in first dunes of the Dakar Rally 2021. The Praga V4 DKR of the Instaforex Loprais Praga Team was fighting for a good position, but a tyre puncture kept the crew away from a better result. The second stage, which led from Bisha to Wadi - [Talking with… Petr Ptacek, IPKarting CEO](https://pragaglobal.com/talking-with-petr-ptacek-ipkarting-ceo/) - 2020 has been a very difficult year for everybody. In this chat with our CEO Petr Ptacek we discuss about the future and new projects in order to make karting more cheap and accessible to everybody. Can we say that this has been a bad year for everybody but not for IPK and Formula K - [Mr JWW READY TO RACE THE R1 IN ‘21](https://pragaglobal.com/mr-jww-ready-to-race-the-r1-in-21/) - James Walker, aka MR JWW, supercar expert and co-founder of The Production Bunker, has confirmed his plans to join the Praga category in the 2021 Britcar Endurance Championship and race the new turbocharged Praga R1. Following a successful year racing in the Caterham Academy, James is stepping up to “slicks, wings and downforce” and “sharing - [At IPK, research and development never stops. Here are the 2021 innovations of the Praga Karts chassis](https://pragaglobal.com/at-ipk-research-and-development-never-stops-here-are-the-2021-innovations-of-the-praga-karts-chassis/) - Performance and safety. These are the two fundamental themes which have characterized the great work carried out by IPKarting to improve the Praga chassis with a view into 2021. IPK technicians, supported throughout the 2020 racing season by the Praga Karts Racing Team, have developed and fine-tuned a series of innovations concerning the various components - [MILES LACEY BECOMES SMILES LACEY AS HE TESTS THE TURBO PRAGA R1 FOR SUPERCAR DRIVER](https://pragaglobal.com/miles-lacey-becomes-smiles-lacey-as-he-tests-the-turbo-praga-r1-for-supercar-driver/) - Praga Cars UK and VR Motorsport invited Miles Lacey from Supercar Driver (SCD) to take to the wheel of the Praga R1T Evo at Donington Park last month. It ended up with smiles all around, and the evidence is there for all to see in this film produced by SCD looking back at a day - [Mr JWW GETS TO GRIPS WITH THE PRAGA R1T](https://pragaglobal.com/mr-jww-gets-to-grips-with-the-praga-r1t/) - James Walker, aka Mr JWW, supercar expert and co-founder of the Production Bunker, joined Praga Cars recently to test the all-carbon Praga R1T racing car at Donington Park. James joined friend and experienced racer, Sir Chris Hoy in the garage at the cold and damp test day and his attempts to get to grips with - [Instaforex Loprais Praga Team heads to Dakar 2021 with new strategy](https://pragaglobal.com/instaforex-loprais-praga-team-heads-to-dakar-2021-with-new-strategy/) - The main goal for the Instaforex Loprais Praga Team in Dakar Rally 2021 remains the same. Aleš Loprais with his Praga V4S DKR aims to fight for the highest positions in the truck category. However, this time, his efforts will be doubled with a second truck. The Loprais’ crew is going to enjoy support from - [Evo Magazine tests the ‘S’ and prepares to take to the ‘T’ in 2021](https://pragaglobal.com/evo-magazine-tests-the-s-and-prepares-to-take-to-the-t-in-2021/) - Adam Towler, Deputy Editor of Evo Magazine, recently tested the naturally aspirated Praga R1S ‘camo car’ on one of the UK’s most exciting race tracks and came away very much looking forward to a season behind the wheel. His initial impressions were captured on a cold, damp day at Donington Park, which tested the tyres - [Instaforex Loprais Praga Team to race at Dakar Rally 2021 with two trucks](https://pragaglobal.com/instaforex-loprais-praga-team-to-race-at-dakar-rally-2021-with-two-trucks/) - At the turn of the year, the Instaforex Loprais Praga Team is going to head to Saudi Arabia in a slightly bigger line-up than before. The team’s mechanics and engineers will have to tackle not just one, but two trucks this time. Aleš Loprais will be joined by Jan Tománek who is returning to Dakar - [Bridle twins choose Praga R1 for 2021](https://pragaglobal.com/bridle-twins-choose-praga-r1-for-2021/) - Praga Cars and VR Motorsport are pleased to confirm that racing twins Chris and Ed Bridle will team up for the 2021 Britcar Endurance Championship in the recently announced dedicated Praga category. The twins will race a Praga R1 run by VR Motorsport, a team which has secured pole position in qualifying and fastest lap - [Praga confirms VR Motorsport as R1 dealer in UK and adds service provider partnership from 2021](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-confirms-vr-motorsport-as-r1-dealer-in-uk-and-adds-service-provider-partnership-from-2021/) - Praga Cars and VR Motorsport have extended their UK R1 dealer relationship and added a new racing services provider partnership from 2021. The announcement follows the 2020 Britcar Championship win as Jem Hepworth and Danny Harrison piloted their Praga-owned R1T Evo to overall victory at the season finale at Snetterton. Founded by Vincent Randall, VR - [First images of Praga’s new all-carbon R1 revealed ahead of 2021 UK expansion](https://pragaglobal.com/first-images-of-pragas-new-all-carbon-r1-revealed-ahead-of-2021-uk-expansion/) - Praga Cars has released the first teaser images of its new Praga R1, the successor to the car that secured overall victory in this year’s Britcar Endurance Championship with seven wins from nine races. The images were revealed during the first presentation on day 1 of the MotorsportDays Live Virtual. Praga Cars UK Managing Director - [Praga R1 drivers, Harrison and Hepworth, win 2020 Britcar Endurance Championship with VR Motorsport](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1-drivers-harrison-and-hepworth-win-2020-britcar-endurance-championship-with-vr-motorsport/) - Praga Cars with VR Motorsport won the 2020 Britcar Endurance Championship at this weekend’s Snetterton season finale. Champions Jem Hepworth and Danny Harrison piloted their Praga R1T Evo to a race win and a second place finish at the final round to take the championship by just five points ahead of the SB Race Engineering - [Marking Remembrance Day with Praga drivers and military veterans Martyn Compton and Warren McKinlay](https://pragaglobal.com/marking-remembrance-day-with-praga-drivers-and-military-veterans-martyn-compton-and-warren-mckinlay/) - Praga drivers Martyn Compton and Warren McKinlay today commemorate Remembrance Day – marking the moment World War One ended. Ex-servicemen Compton and McKinlay of Stand2 Motorsport have faced challenges in life that few can comprehend, and the courage and resolve that they have shown in their first year with Praga in the Britcar Endurance Championship - [Loprais ends Dakar with third place in Qiddiya Grand Prix](https://pragaglobal.com/loprais-ends-dakar-third-place-qiddiya-grand-prix/) - On Friday, January 17, Aleš Loprais, Khalid Alkendi and Petr Pokora took the third place in the Qiddiya Grand Prix, the final stage of Dakar Rally 2020. In the end, the Instaforex Loprais Team with a brand-new Praga V4S DKR finishes in the seventh place overall in a Truck category. The final short special stage, - [Loprais survived and is now even closer to the podium](https://pragaglobal.com/loprais-survived-now-even-closer-podium/) - Aleš Loprais, Khalid Alkendi and Petr Pokora have a lot to do in a bivouac today after the tenth stage of Dakar Rally 2020. The new Praga V4S DKR needs a good service, but this time it is only on the crew, without their mechanics. Although the Wednesday’s special stage did not go very smoothly - [First Top 3 stage result for Loprais and Praga](https://pragaglobal.com/first-top-3-stage-result-loprais-praga/) - Instaforex Loprais Teams’ Praga V4S DKR took its first-ever Top 3 result. Aleš Loprais, Khalid Alkendi and Petr Pokora were classified third in the eighth stage of Dakar Rally 2020. On Monday, January 13, the Dakar Rally 2020 continued with a loop stage that started and finished at Wadi Al Dawasir. The eighth stage of - [Another improvement for Loprais, the fifth place serves as a reward for suffering](https://pragaglobal.com/another-improvement-loprais-fifth-place-serves-reward-suffering/) - The first ever Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia is fulfilling the expectations – it is extremely hard. But the Instaforex Loprais Team crew keeps going. They have successfully overcome the toughest terrain nobody has ever seen in such a competition, and after the four stages, they hold the fifth position in the Truck category standings. - [The fifth fastest time moves Loprais to the sixth place overall](https://pragaglobal.com/fifth-fastest-time-moves-loprais-sixth-place-overall/) - Aleš Loprais, Khalid Alkendi and Petr Pokora have improved by one place after the third day of Dakar Rally 2020. The Instaforex Loprais Team with Praga V4S DKR now holds the sixth place in the standings, following a loop stage that started and finished in Neom. They are now less than five minutes behind last - [Aleš Loprais has moved up by two places at Dakar Rally](https://pragaglobal.com/ales-loprais-moved-two-places-dakar-rally/) - Aleš Loprais has moved up by two places at Dakar Rally The second stage of Dakar Rally 2020 has brought an improvement for Instaforex Loprais Team. The Czech team has moved to the seventh place in the Truck category standings. But it was not all smooth and easy for Aleš Loprais and his crew, just - [Loprais’ Praga has successfully completed its first race kilometres at Dakar](https://pragaglobal.com/loprais-praga-successfully-completed-first-race-kilometres-dakar/) - The brand new Praga V4S DKR has completed its first-ever stage and it was nothing less than at the most famous marathon rally in the world. And successfully. The Instaforex Loprais Team is classified in ninth place in the Truck category after the opening stage at the Dakar Rally 2020. Sunday’s route led from Jeddah - [Loprais testing Praga V4S DKR for Dakar 2020](https://pragaglobal.com/loprais-testing-praga-v4s-dkr-dakar-2020/) - Instaforex Loprais Team will take a brand new Praga V4S DKR special to 42nd edition of Dakar Rally. The truck comes with a modern technological package including an automatic gearbox, a new engine and all the other components have been also improved to a new level. “For us, it’s like a brand new car in - [Race Line LIGHT: kart rental according to Praga Karts](https://pragaglobal.com/race-line-light-kart-rental-according-to-praga-karts/) - Bringing driving sensations that are typical of kart racing to the rental world and, at the same time, simplifying life and reducing operating costs for the managers of facilities. Three objectives that IPKarting has achieved in one fell swoop, introducing a product on the market that, as you can easily guess from the word LIGHT, - [FIA Girls on Track - Rising Stars kicks off together with Praga Kart](https://pragaglobal.com/fia-girls-on-track-rising-stars-kicks-off-together-with-praga-kart/) - Photo credits: WRS – Morgan Mathurin and Thomas Fenetre At the Circuit Paul Ricard, IPKarting chassis fitted with IAME engines accompany 20 talented girls competing for a place in the Ferrari Driver Academy. Five days of karting and workshops focussing on mental and physical preparation, during which to try to impress a jury of experts - [Silverstone silverware as Praga Cars and VR Motorsport take 1st and 2nd, set pole and secure fastest laps](https://pragaglobal.com/silverstone-silverware-as-praga-cars-and-vr-motorsport-take-1st-and-2nd-set-pole-and-secure-fastest-laps/) - Praga Cars and VR Motorsport came away from the Silverstone Britcar Endurance Round 4 with mixed emotions after a successful race day brought home more silverware. A race meeting of classic motorsport ups and downs ultimately gave the team much to celebrate with another race win – the team’s 5th in 7 races – a - [The Right Formula - teenage Praga drivers take tips from F1 star Romain Grosjean](https://pragaglobal.com/the-right-formula-teenage-praga-drivers-take-tips-from-f1-star-romain-grosjean/) - Teenage Praga R1T Evo drivers, Danny Harrison and Jem Hepworth, are featured in conversation with Haas F1 driver Romain Grosjean in a series of new films released by Praga prior to this weekend’s Britcar Endurance Silverstone round. The dynamic duo, fresh from a devastating double-race winning performance at the 2020 Britcar Brands Hatch race weekend, - [Fab news as Jack and Charlie team up for 2021](https://pragaglobal.com/fab-news-as-jack-and-charlie-team-up-for-2021/) - Praga Cars and VR Motorsport are pleased to confirm that racing drivers Jack Fabby and Charlie Martin will team up for the 2021 Britcar Endurance Championship in the recently announced dedicated Praga category. Fabby met Martin on his 21st birthday recently at his Tiga Cars workshop where he manages sim-based driving training programmes for clients - [Racer and transgender activist Charlie Martin joins Praga for 2021](https://pragaglobal.com/racer-and-transgender-activist-charlie-martin-joins-praga-for-2021/) - Charlie Martin has been announced as the latest racing driver to join Praga as the marque expands its motorsport programme for 2021 and beyond. The announcement was made in the week that will see Charlie make history at the Nürburgring 24 Hours in a BMW – the first transgender competitor in the history of the - [Praga Cars announces expansion plans including dedicated race category and new R1 race car](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-announces-expansion-plans-including-dedicated-race-category-and-new-r1-race-car/) - Praga Cars has revealed the first steps in an ambitious expansion programme beginning with the appointment of ex-BMW and McLaren Automotive executive Mark Harrison to head up the newly formed Praga Cars UK. Praga has made the strategic decision to increase its presence in the UK, a key motorsport market, through the creation of Praga - [Praga Cars and VR Motorsport celebrate clean sweep of honours at Oulton Park Britcar Endurance race](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-and-vr-motorsport-celebrate-clean-sweep-of-honours-at-oulton-park-britcar-endurance-race/) - Praga Cars and VR Motorsport continued their successful season in the 2020 Britcar Endurance with another pole-setting and race-winning performance at Oulton Park, Saturday 12th September. Jack Fabby and partner Garry Townsend took the chequered flag after a near faultless hour-long race to secure the team’s 4th win in five races following two wins at - [Brands Hatch double-take for Praga - R1T Evo scores P1 and P2 in Britcar Endurance races 1 and 2](https://pragaglobal.com/brands-hatch-double-take-for-praga-r1t-evo-scores-p1-and-p2-in-britcar-endurance-races-1-and-2/) - Race 1: Jem Hepworth and Danny Harrison, driving the VR Motorsport Praga R1T “art car” took a convincing win in the 60-minute race, finishing nine seconds ahead of stablemates Jack Fabby and Garry Townsend. The turbocharged Pragas had locked out the front row of the grid, and Jem Hepworth led the pack into Paddock as - [TV star and ex-SAS Jay Morton dares to win again with motorsport debut in Praga R1](https://pragaglobal.com/tv-star-and-ex-sas-jay-morton-dares-to-win-again-with-motorsport-debut-in-praga-r1/) - Ex-SAS soldier and star of ‘SAS: Who Dares Wins’ Jay Morton has announced he will make his motorsport debut in 2021, behind the wheel of a Praga R1 racing car. No stranger to daunting challenges, Morton has never raced before. He will undertake a comprehensive training programme ahead of his competitive debut early next year - [Czech-ered Flag at Croft Circuit](https://pragaglobal.com/czech-ered-flag-at-croft-circuit/) - VR Motorsport drive three Praga R1s to pole, then P1, P2 and P4 at first 2020 Britcar Endurance race VR Motorsport and Praga Cars celebrated a winning return to racing in the UK on Saturday/Sunday 10th/11th July Front-row lock-out in qualifying, two fastest laps, and 1st and 2nd in race two for the two R1T - [IPK Factory Video Tour - How are Praga chassis manufactured](https://pragaglobal.com/ipk-factory-video-tour-how-are-chassis-made/) - Have you ever wondered how the Praga chassis are manufactured? Take a video tour around the IPK factory! - [Time to Czech-in at Croft](https://pragaglobal.com/time-to-czech-in-at-croft/) - Praga Cars and VR Motorsport ready for the 2020 Britcar Endurance championship Praga and VR Motorsport aiming to retain 2019 Britcar Endurance Class 1 championship Three-car Praga R1 line-up takes to the Croft grid tomorrow, Saturday 11th July Praga and VR Motorsport present exciting plans to extend the 2020 season and reveal a revised R1 - [Czech Mates Praga Cars and 2019 Class 1 Winners, VR Motorsport, reveal new three-car 2020 Britcar line-up](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-and-2019-class-1-winners-vr-motorsport-reveal-new-three-car-2020-britcar-line-up/) - Praga Cars and VR Motorsport welcome clarification from Motorsport UK regarding the postponement of the 2020 race season Two turbo Praga R1T Evo and one naturally aspirated R1S to compete in 2020 Britcar Endurance when racing commences Successful shakedown for all three cars at Donington Park featured eight drivers, Coldplay, a giant fox and a - [Praga Karts: with the new IPKarting multi-adjustable pedals](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-karts-with-the-new-ipkarting-multi-adjustable-pedals/) - IPK has always been well aware of the crucial impact that a correct driving position has on the driver’s performance in a race. This firm belief is naturally reflected on the production side, with a wide selection of accessories machined from solid blocks of material which allows drivers of any height to find the perfect - [Praga launches online sim karting campaign: seeks driver to experience real R1 race car](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-launches-worlds-first-esport-karting-game-and-community-in-partnership-with-27racers/) - Recognising that karting is an untapped culture in automotive esports racing, Praga, maker of one of the world’s top racing go-karts and the R1 racing car, is seeking online players with an interest in karting – and offering a prize to experience a Praga R1 race car for real. During a time when real racing - [The new MKB.V2 brake system](https://pragaglobal.com/the-new-mkb-v2-brake-system/) - With the new CIF-FIA international regulation which came into effect since the current homologation cycle, the MINI has asserted itself as one of the most competitive and demanding categories on the international karting circuit. IPKarting has enthusiastically accepted the challenge posed by the new standards, along with the new Praga Monster EVO 3 chassis, the - [Praga focused on online motorsport](https://pragaglobal.com/24190-2/) - With an increasing level of motor racing and automotive media attention focused on sim racing, Praga has joined forces with the influential sim racing club 27Racers to offer a summer of online motorsports. This new initiative will operate alongside Praga’s existing motor racing activities and will in time encompass a variety of sim racing activities, - [RBS.V2 and STR.V2 braking system discs: greater choice for drivers](https://pragaglobal.com/rbs-v2-and-str-v2-braking-system-discs-greater-choice-for-drivers/) - The ability to meet the needs of every driving style. That is one of the peculiar characteristics of the STR.V2 and RBS.V2 braking systems which, to fully succeed in their intent, are available with pads made of different friction materials, chosen according to the grip of the track or the driver’s preference. In addition, when - [The options to improve the set-up and driving position](https://pragaglobal.com/the-options-to-improve-the-set-up-and-driving-position/) - One of IPK’s missions, a leading company in the manufacturing of chassis and accessories for the karting world, is to be able to adapt its karts to all of the various surface conditions thatare found on all of the tracks and known to all of the drivers.To achieve this, the company offers several optional accessories - [Formula K heads towards 2019](https://pragaglobal.com/formula-k-heads-towards-2019/) - The Formula K team’s plans are starting to form for next season. Engines have only just been turned off, but in Formula K it is already time to cast an eye on next season and plan goals and projects. Once more, consolidated certainties also form the basis for 2019: the quality of the material produced - [IPK, new numerical control lathe. Technology at the service of quality](https://pragaglobal.com/ipk-new-numerical-control-lathe-technology-at-the-service-of-quality/) - IPKarting knows that the essential factor required to excel out on the track is that of the utmost quality. That is why the company’s philosophy has always been to pay attention to every minute detail, choosing to manufacture all its accessories by machining from solid and using numerically controlled machinery. IPK has focused on this - [Praga Karts places significant focus on the Mini class](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-karts-places-significant-focus-on-the-mini-class/) - Praga Karts’ plans for 2019 have been unveiled: the big news is a factory team wholly dedicated to the Mini class. Without overlooking the commitment towards KZ, a class in which the driver Francesco Celenta has already been confirmed Having archived the excellent 2018 season, Praga Karts is already focusing on the future with plans - [14 IPKarting chassis at the start of the WSK Super Master Series](https://pragaglobal.com/14-ipkarting-chassis-at-the-start-of-the-wsk-super-master-series/) - There were 7 Praga Kart, 2 RS Kart and 4 Formula K drivers at the Adria Karting Raceway for the first round of the WSK Super Master Series. There was a large group of IPKarting chassis in the first round of the 2019 WSK Super Master Series, which took place from 1 to 3 February - [Pollini stars at the 24th Winter Cup](https://pragaglobal.com/pollini-stars-at-the-24th-winter-cup/) - Giacomo Pollini was one of the stars in the KZ2 class in a typical start of the season race, duelling with the best right up to the end, and only a penalty drove him back down in the standings. The traditional start of the season event, at South Garda Karting in Lonato, for the 24th edition - [Massive presence of IPKarting chassis at Lonato for the WSK Super Master Series](https://pragaglobal.com/massive-presence-of-ipkarting-chassis-at-lonato-for-the-wsk-super-master-series/) - Well twenty Praga, Formula K and RS Kart chassis are present at the South Garda Karting in the 60 Mini, OKJ and KZ classes for the second round of the WSK Super Master Series. The second round of the WSK Super Master Series draws an enormous amount of racers to Lonato. Amongst them, at the - [IPKarting forge of young kart drivers](https://pragaglobal.com/ipkarting-forge-of-young-kart-drivers/) - Large presence of IP Karting chassis in the 60 Mini category for the third round of the WSK Super Master Series race on the iconic International Circuit La Conca from the 7th to the 10th of March. Well 11 IPKarting chassis, representing brands like Praga Kart, Formula K and RS Kart, are taking the track - [A final in crescendo for IPKarting at the WSK Master Series](https://pragaglobal.com/a-final-in-crescendo-for-ipkarting-at-the-wsk-master-series/) - The last round of the Championship at the Napoli International Circuit in Sarno, sees as protagonists the IPKarting chassis, both in the KZ2, where the only thing missing is a brilliant finals, and in the 60 Mini. For the last round of the WSK Super Master Series, raced at Sarno, Italy, from the 21st to - [Pollini one of the front runners at the KZ2 FIA karting European Championship](https://pragaglobal.com/pollini-one-of-the-front-runners-at-the-kz2-fia-karting-european-championship/) - In the first round of the European Championship dedicated to the gear classes, at the circuit in Wackersdorf, Giacomo Pollini was one of the front runners, closing in 5th place, thereby placing him among the contenders for the title. The divers arriving at the circuit in Wackersdorf for the first round of the KZ and - [3 drivers in the top ten of the European Championship in Sarno](https://pragaglobal.com/3-drivers-in-the-top-ten-of-the-european-championship-in-sarno/) - Celenta and Iglesias were among the top 10 in the KZ in the second round of the KZ and KZ2 FIA Karting European Championship; Pollini was the protagonist in KZ2. Good news from the Naples International Circuit, home of the second and decisive stage of the KZ and KZ2 FIA Karting European Championship, where the - [A high level of partecipation for IPKarting at the WSK Euro Series in Lonato](https://pragaglobal.com/a-high-level-of-partecipation-for-ipkarting-at-the-wsk-euro-series-in-lonato/) - As many as 17 drivers, of which 12 very young 60 Mini drivers, took to the track at the South Garda Karting in Lonato with Praga Kart, Formula K and RS chassis, for the third round of the WSK Euro Series. Round 3 of the WSK Euro Series, that took place at South Garda Karting - [Pollini on the winners podium of the WSK Open Cup in Lonato](https://pragaglobal.com/pollini-on-the-winners-podium-of-the-wsk-open-cup-in-lonato/) - One of the most important events in the international karting season finale has taken place: the WSK Open Cup at South Garda Karting in Lonato. The IPK Group brands responded to the call and took to the track with as many as 17 drivers, of which 12 in the 60 Mini. An excellent performance by - [A place on the podium almost achieved in the KZ2 International Super Cup](https://pragaglobal.com/a-place-on-the-podium-almost-achieved-in-the-kz2-international-super-cup/) - Excellent results for IPK chassis in Lonato during the FIA Karting World Championship and the FIA Karting International Super Cup: Giacomo Pollini achieved fourth place with the Formula K chassis, after a weekend spent as a protagonist. Marco Tormen came 7th with the Praga chassis. Francesco Celenta instead entered the top ten in KZ. The - [Speed and comebacks for the IPK chassis in the OK World Championship](https://pragaglobal.com/speed-and-comebacks-for-the-ipk-chassis-in-the-ok-world-championship/) - Few drivers present, but excellent performances of the Praga chassis at the FIA Karting OK and Alahärmä Junior World Championship. In the OK class, in particular, the IP Karting material helped the drivers achieve several notable comebacks, on a treacherous track due to adverse weather conditions. At the Powerpark Circuit in Alahärmä, in Finland, the - [Pole position and the podium in round 2 of the WSK Open Cup](https://pragaglobal.com/pole-position-and-the-podium-in-round-2-of-the-wsk-open-cup/) - The second round of the WSK Open Cup at the 7 Laghi International Circuit in Castelletto di Branduzzo (Pavia) stands out with excellent results for the Praga and Formula K drivers, with the pole position of Iglesias and Skulanov’s third finals of the 60 Mini races. 60 MINI There are 5 drivers equipped with IPKarting - [IPK on the podium of the WSK Final Cup](https://pragaglobal.com/ipk-on-the-podium-of-the-wsk-final-cup/) - The 2019 international racing season closes in a very positive way. At the Adria Karting Raceway Leonardo Bizzotto takes his Formula K to the second step of WSK Finals Cup podium in the KZ2 category. Great performances by IPKarting equipment in the 60 Mini class were recognized by all. KZ The last effort of the - [Great successes for Leading Edge IPK factory team in the USA managed by Greg Bell](https://pragaglobal.com/great-successes-for-ipk-in-the-usa-with-danny-formal/) - The end of the international karting season coincides with some of the most important events on the race calendar in the United States. Leading Edge IPK factory team was a great protagonist with two fantastic victories, achieved by Danny Formal and his Formula K chassis in the ROK the RIO and at the SuperNats in - [Praga Cars debut in The Middle East](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-debut-middle-east/) - In the pursuit to expand Praga Cars’ global presence, Praga Cars has now made its debut in The Middle East. In partnership with AUH Motorsports, the Praga R1 makes its first visit to Dubai Autodrome in the form of the Praga R1S. It arrived at Dubai Autodrome in late March where it has attended track - [16 year-old Beitske Visser Makes a Sensational Victory Debut at the Dutch Supercar Challenge](https://pragaglobal.com/16-year-old-beitske-visser-makes-a-sensational-victory-debut-at-the-dutch-supercar-challenge/) - 6 August 2011, Circuit Assen, Assen, Netherlands— August 6th, 2011 is one date that the Dutch Supercar Challenge will not soon forget. 16-year-old Beitske Visser took her Praga R4S straight to a first victory in the GT division, the top division within the DSC. The young lady, despite her 25 second penalty, fought hard and - [Going to Goodwood](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-presented-goodwood-festival-speed/) - The most interesting cars of the world gather every year at The Goodwood Estate. And in 2016, Praga R1R joined them at the famous Festival of Speed. With our factory driver TomášVojtěch, it posted an amazing performance in the Supercar Shootout, and became one of the fans’ favourites. The beautiful scenery of Goodwood House premises - [The Snow Run](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1r-gets-cold-feet/) - After his first experience with Praga, Jon Olsson was eager for more. So we took the Praga R1R, wrapped it in his signature snow camo, and took it to its native Sweden, way beyond the Arctic circle, to do some ice driving. Also, we took one of the fastest go-karts in the world. And a - [Driven by EVO Magazine](https://pragaglobal.com/driven-by-evo-magazine/) - To put the performance of the Praga R1R into some perspective, we let the legendary motoring journalist Jethro Bovingdon from EVO magazine take it for a spin. What did he think of it, besides admiring its downforce and overtaking other cars like they were standing still? Watch the video! - [The Ultimate Test Drive](https://pragaglobal.com/epic-1800km-road-trip-praga-r1r-documentary/) - Jon Olsson is known not only for his mad skiing skills, but also for his love and appreciation for extreme and fast cars. Who else could we ask to put 1,800 kilometres on Praga R1R, driving it from Monaco to Marbella? To make it even more interesting, Jon took the Praga to the famous Ascari - [Praga’s production of agricultural vehicles](https://pragaglobal.com/pragas-production-agricultural-vehicles/) - Our last issue was concerned with the history of Praga’s engagement in racing and motorsport; but now, let us emerge in one of company’s probably less known activities: the production of agricultural-related machinery. When the brand PRAGA was born, there were only a few machines included in the process of the initial cultivation of soil; - [Praga during the Second World War](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-during-the-second-world-war/) - This issue is dedicated to war times and their impact on Praga’s production and position as an important Czech factory. Praga’s vehicles took part in the WWI as well because several trucks and truck trains were employed by the military on the battlefields. These vehicles played frequently a crucial role of supplying the front lines - [IPK factory supplied Czech police forces with customized quad bike frames](https://pragaglobal.com/ipk-factory-supplied-czech-police-forces-customized-quad-bike-frames/) - The IPK Factory created customized protective frames for 46 quad bikes ordered by Czech Police forces. These specialized quad bikes will be serving in areas with extreme terrain such as mountains, and will be also a great help at rescue missions during floods and other natural disasters. The main goal of modifications of Journeyman quad - [The President of Slovakia Andrej Kiska in Praga R1](https://pragaglobal.com/the-president-of-slovakia-andrej-kiska-in-praga-r1/) - On the 11.5.2016 President Andrej Kiska visited factory C2i in Dunajska Streda, where Praga makes its carbon-fibre components. Andrej Kiska entered in the Praga R1 car and appreciated the level of professionality and quality of this cutting edge super-sport. Check out the video from his visit at: TV JOJ (time 28:40 – 30:56) Or check - [Second race of Praga R1 at FIA-CEZ - Reb Bull Ring](https://pragaglobal.com/second-race-praga-r1-fia-cez-reb-bull-ring/) - Second race at Red Bull Ring Another race was held in the middle of May, two weeks after racing in Hungary; this one was on Austria’s Red Bull Ring. Just as the last year, there was a tough competition with many Division 5 cars and contemporary GT cars. Aleš Jirásek twice acquired 11. place (absolute - [KRS Motorsports is a karting leader in Malaysia](https://pragaglobal.com/krs-motorsports-karting-leader-malaysia/) - Kartmore Racing Services, a sole proprietor company was established in 2005 by James Leong after he left the employment of Morac International Karting Circuit. Kartmore Racing Services was formed out of a need to carry on with the work done by Morac especially in the areas of customer’ s services and agencies line. In 2008, - [Praga during the Second World War part 2](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-second-world-war-part-2/) - This issue’s history section continues with Praga’s situation during the Second World War. The last article was focused on Praga’s production of light tank vehicles and their usage during the war. This time we are going to look on Praga’s aircraft prototypes in the context of this era. For Praga, 1930s are marked with extensive - [Pitbull loves Praga R1](https://pragaglobal.com/pitbull-loves-praga-r1/) - It’s not often that you find Praga as the star of an international music video, however this is the case for the latest music video for the song Greenlight by hip-hop artist Pitbull. The video features not one, but two Praga R1Ts. Armando Christian Pérez, more commonly known as Pitbull, accepts only the best in - [PHOTO REPORT: Rotax Grand Finals Sarno 2016](https://pragaglobal.com/photo-report-rotax-grand-finals-sarno-2016/) - More than 120 Praga Karts contested at amazing race Rotax Grand Finals Sarno! Amazing athmosphere, organization and motorsport fun! - [Between the present day and the future, 7 Praga Kart projects](https://pragaglobal.com/present-day-future-7-praga-kart-projects/) - Between the present day and the future, 7 Praga Kart projects 1. Rotax International Final The ROTAX Grand Finals, an important international event in the single-brand karting scene, was staged at the Kartódromo Internacional do Algarve in Portimao (POR). IPK once again confirmed its leading role in the Praga Karts brand event, supporting the Rotax - [IPK Racing Team 2018](https://pragaglobal.com/ipk-racing-team-2018/) - IPK RACING TEAM 2018 The winter break is now behind us; an exciting new season awaits the Praga Karts, Formula K and OK1 racing teams which, as always, are involved on multiple fronts in the most important international competitions. And this year, with the arrival of the new homologations, the IPK group is ready to bring - [Introducing the new PRAGA importer in the UK](https://pragaglobal.com/introducing-new-praga-importer-uk/) - We are delighted to welcome our new Praga importer for the UK. IDP RACING LTD are excited for the challenges ahead in 2020. ALL Praga Karts and IPK parts & accessories manufactured by IPKarting Srl / Italy will be available . IDP RACING have testing available in the UK and at selected European circuits - [From karts to formulas: Praga and CRAM long-term partnership](https://pragaglobal.com/karts-formulas-praga-cram-long-term-partnership/) - In cooperation with Formula 4 team CRAM Motorsport, Praga Kart factory team is set to pave way for young talent into the world of single-seater racing. Helping young drivers moving up the ladder of motorsport world was always one of the core missions of the Praga Kart factory team. Now, we are adding another step - [Praga Kart Racing Team is looking for new talents](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-racing-team-looking-new-talents/) - Praga Kart Racing Team is currently looking for new talents! Thanks to our own testing programme, Praga Kart Racing enables pilots to prepare; each racer can drive a kart almost every weekend. The IPK factory provides Praga Kart Racing with maximum technical assistance, giving drivers the state-of-the-art equipment. Our professional drivers take care of the - [Praga Spain Racing Team will officially represent Praga at multiple 2019 races](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-spain-racing-team-will-officially-represent-praga-multiple-2019-races/) - Praga Spain Racing Team will officially represent Praga at IAME x30 Challenge Euro Series and at Iame International Final 2019. - [Praga Kart and Rotax. Together once again in Brazil](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-and-rotax-together-once-again-in-brazil/) - PRAGA KART AND ROTAX. TOGETHER ONCE AGAIN IN BRAZIL PRAGA KART AND ROTAX. TOGETHER ONCE AGAIN IN BRAZIL For the seventh consecutive year,Praga Kart chassis are official partners of the Rotax Internation Finals, which are held in Brazilfor 2018. An unrepeatable show featuring the Monster Evo model for the Micro MAX class and the Dragon - [Minikart Monster Evo](https://pragaglobal.com/minikart-monster-evo/) - NEED TO KNOW MINI KART MONSTER EVO NEED TO KNOW MINI KART MONSTER EVO IPKarting has introduced a new “weapon” to help younger drivers come to the fore: the Monster EVO chassis for the Minikart category, former winner of the WSK Master Series and the Italian ACI Karting Championship. Previously produced only for the Formula - [IPK: the production factory where Praga chassis are made](https://pragaglobal.com/ipk-the-production-factory-where-praga-chassis-are-made/) - NEED TO KNOW IPK: THE PRODUCTION FACTORY WHERE PRAGA CHASSIS ARE MADE NEED TO KNOW IPK: THE PRODUCTION FACTORY WHERE PRAGA CHASSIS ARE MADE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT In IPK, Research and Development are continuously and endlessly advancing while expanding as well. Even in the years when the new frames refer to homologations already in progress, - [The new Praga Tacho Evo](https://pragaglobal.com/the-new-praga-tacho-evo/) - NEED TO KNOW THE NEW PRAGA TACHO EVO The development of your own chassis is a fundamental prerogative for offering customers the most competitive products for the track. The new CIK-FIA 2018-2020 approval of the Tacho Evo model no. 006-CH-33 has heralded several modifications, the result of analyses and track tests performed directly by the - [Rotax Grand Finals: Praga Kart will be there!](https://pragaglobal.com/rotax-grand-finals-praga-kart-will-be-there/) - ROTAX GRAND FINALS: PRAGA KART WILL BE THERE! ROTAX GRAND FINALS: PRAGA KART WILL BE THERE! IPK has been among the official partners of the Rotax Grand Finals for well over 8 years, one of the most important and spectacular events of the international karting scene. In 2017, in Portimao (Portugal), IPK was present with - [Prototypes of karting accessories using a 3D printer](https://pragaglobal.com/prototypes-of-karting-accessories-using-a-3d-printer/) - NEED TO KNOW PROTOTYPES OF KARTING ACCESSORIES USING A 3D PRINTER IPK, the manufacturer of the Praga chassis, for Formula K and OK1, is one of the most prolific companies involved in testing and supplying new accessories, and it is convinced that being able to manufacture prototypes in the shortest possible time and without stopping - [Praga and IPK at the top of the FIA Karting World Championship](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-and-ipk-at-the-top-of-the-fia-karting-world-championship/) - PRAGA AND IPK AT THE TOP OF THE FIA KARTING WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP PRAGA AND IPK AT THE TOP OF THE FIA KARTING WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP On the Swedish Asum Ring circuit, in Kristianstad, the Praga Racing Team and the Schumacher Racing Team with the newly founded RS (new brand by IPK) show the competitiveness of the - [Home race for Praga Cars](https://pragaglobal.com/home-race-praga-cars/) - Praga Cars took part in the FIA CEZ championship after almost a years break. Praga R1T pilot Aleš Jirasek managed to place P1 in both sprint qualifiers. In the races he took two overall third places and one overall fifth place. The Praga Cars returned to the Central European Zone for the Grand Prix of - [Pollini among the protagonists of the KZ2 FIA Karting International Super Cup in Genk](https://pragaglobal.com/pollini-among-the-protagonists-of-the-kz2-fia-karting-international-super-cup-in-genk/) - POLLINI AMONG THE PROTAGONISTS OF THE KZ2 FIA KARTING INTERNATIONAL SUPER CUP IN GENK POLLINI AMONG THE PROTAGONISTS OF THE KZ2 FIA KARTING INTERNATIONAL SUPER CUP IN GENK The main CIK-FIA seasonal event dedicated to the gear classes took place in Belgium. IPK did well, especially in KZ2, where the vice European champion of the - [Celenta excels in speed and ... bad luck. Iglesias and Pollini are the vice champions of Europe](https://pragaglobal.com/celenta-excels-in-speed-and-bad-luck-iglesias-and-pollini-are-the-vice-champions-of-europe/) - CELENTA EXCELS IN SPEED AND … BAD LUCK. IGLESIAS AND POLLINI ARE THE VICE CHAMPIONS OF EUROPE CELENTA EXCELS IN SPEED AND … BAD LUCK. IGLESIAS AND POLLINI ARE THE VICE CHAMPIONS OF EUROPE At the second and final round of the FIA Karting European Championship for KZ and KZ2 classes, on the track in - [RS, the new Ralf Schumacher kart made in IPK](https://pragaglobal.com/rs-the-new-ralf-schumacher-kart-made-in-ipk/) - RS, THE NEW RALF SCHUMACHER KART MADE IN IPK The former F1 driver has chosen IPKarting for the design and manufacturing of its new product range. Ralf Schumacher, former F1 driver with the Jordan, Williams and Toyota teams, who has been increasingly active in karting in recent years with his team, launches RS, his own kart - [Praga is back and stronger in USA](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-back-stronger-usa/) - PRAGA IS BACK AND STRONGER IN USA Praga Kart’s activities continue unabated, among the absolute protagonists of the global scenario of great international karting. PRAGA IS BACK AND STRONGER IN USA Praga Kart’s activities continue unabated, among the absolute protagonists of the global scenario of great international karting. While there is commitment and results on - [Good results for IPK team drivers in the challenging month of June](https://pragaglobal.com/good-results-for-ipk-team-drivers-in-the-challenging-month-of-june/) - GOOD RESULTS FOR IPK TEAM DRIVERS IN THE CHALLENGING MONTH OF JUNE A month full of important events, that of June, for drivers and technicians of the IPK teams: on the 17th, at Ampfing, in Germany, the third round of the FIA Karting European Championship was held for the OK and OK-Junior classes; while it - [A positive first part of the season for IPK](https://pragaglobal.com/a-positive-first-part-of-the-season-for-ipk/) - A POSITIVE FIRST PART OF THE SEASON FOR IPK A POSITIVE FIRST PART OF THE SEASON FOR IPK The victory by Formula K Racing Team’s top driver, Jeremy Iglesias, in the European Championship at Salbris represented the exclamation mark on a first part of the season that saw the drivers and materials of the Praga - [The new RBS.V2 brake system](https://pragaglobal.com/new-rbs-v2-brake-system/) - NEED TO KNOW THE NEW RBS.V2 BRAKE SYSTEM IPKarting, with the new 2018-2020 homologation, has reviewed and improved its rear braking system dedicated to single-speed karts. The new model is called RBS.V2 and, together with STR.V2 designed for the categories with change of gears, represents the maximum development of IPK accessories. The new system equips - [The new STR.V2 brake system](https://pragaglobal.com/the-new-str-v2-brake-system/) - NEED TO KNOW THE NEW STR.V2 BRAKE SYSTEM IPKarting is constantly researching for the best solutions and the very best materials for the development of its chassis and accessories. When the time came for the approval of the official authorities (homologation) that validates it for the 2-year period from 2018 to 2020, IPKarting presented its - [Front kart set-up](https://pragaglobal.com/front-kart-set-up/) - 6 TIPS FOR THE BEST… FRONT KART SET-UP A kart is a simple vehicle: a chassis, four wheels, an engine … At least, that’s what most people who don’t practice this sport think. The reality, however, is quite different and it is no coincidence that there is an incredibly long list of adjustments to help find - [Driver position set-up](https://pragaglobal.com/driver-position-set/) - 4 TIPS FOR THE BEST… DRIVER POSITION SET-UP When purchasing a new chassis, the first thing to adjust is the driving position, which may vary depending on the driver’s height and preferences. Knowing how important it is for karts to adapt effectively to drivers in order to help them exploit their driving style to the full, - [Back kart setup](https://pragaglobal.com/back-kart-setup/) - 3 TIPS FOR THE BEST… BACK KART SETUP A kart is one of the few sporting vehicles without suspension or differential. These features make karts a reference point in Motorsport from the point of view of simplicity. Apparent simplicity, because over time designers and tuners have found multiple solutions to vary the set-up depending on the - [Praga R1T EVO: The fastest Praga R1 yet](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1t-evo-fastest-praga-r1-yet/) - At Autosport International 2018 PRAGA Cars will launch the new Praga R1T EVO, the fastest Praga R1 yet. The Autosport show takes place in Birmingham, England in January, with trade days on 11-12th and public days 13-14th. Praga will be on stand 6510 in the Autosport hall. Praga will start taking orders for the R1T - [Praga Cars factory team at the Dutch Supercar Challange at Spa](https://pragaglobal.com/16705-2/) - The Praga Cars factory team took part in the Dutch Supercar Challange championship at Spa Francorchamps the last weekend of August. Aleš Jirásek in the Praga R1T won both one-hour of races in the CN class and finished fifth and sixth over all. The weekend saw the attendance of five Praga R1 cars! Praga took - [Praga R1T: 2x P1 at Most DMV GTC](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1t-2x-p1-dmv-gtc/) - Praga competed in the DMV GTC race at Most Autodrom last weekend. It would be the second time this year Praga has taken part in the series after racing at the Red Bull Ring earlier this year. We again joined one of our customers also in the R1T who is competing in the full series. - [Praga Alfa premiere at Aviation Show](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-alfa-premiere-aviation-show/) - On 3 and 4 June, at the Pardubice Airport, visitors to the 27th year of the Aviation Show premiered the new SM-92TE Praga Alfa multi-purpose aircraft. For both days, Praga Alfa was presented on static stands in a company of world-famous air crafts. More than twenty-five thousand visitors attended the event, and there was a - [Praga won a bronze at Red Bull](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-won-bronze-red-bull/) - Team Aschoff had announced earlier this year that they would take part in the full DMV GTC. Due to other priorities for their team, they had decided to miss the race at Red Bull ring and therefore missing out on some important points for the series. Luckily with support from the Praga team, both manpower - [Development and research in IPK never stop. Here’s what's new in 2017](https://pragaglobal.com/development-research-ipk-never-stop-heres-whats-new-2017/) - NEED TO KNOW DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH IN IPK NEVER STOP. HERE’S WHAT’S NEW IN 2017 NEED TO KNOW DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH IN IPK NEVER STOP. HERE’S WHAT’S NEW IN 2017 Research and development: these are the two key factors that have characterised all the work performed by IPK to improve its products for 2017. Supported - [Different frame solutions by Praga Karts](https://pragaglobal.com/different-frame-solutions-praga-karts/) - The perfect chassis, for every occasion: this is Praga Karts’ philosophy, which aims at offering its clients the best possible materials according to the competition in which they are engaged. Why can’t a single chassis satisfy every need? Simple! Nowadays, each championship (CIK-FIA, Rotax Challenge, X30 Challenge, etc.) uses different types of tires and a - [Formula 4 also sees the involvement of... Praga](https://pragaglobal.com/formula-4-also-sees-involvement-praga/) - Thanks to an agreement with Cram Motorsport, single-seaters in works Praga livery will also take part in the next Italian F.4 Championship powered by Abarth. A prestigious partnership that adds another element to the value chain of an organisation that, beginning with the preparatory kart classes, is able to chaperone the progression of its drivers, - [2017 IPK Racing team](https://pragaglobal.com/2017-ipk-racing-team/) - The 2017 racing calendar is now ready to take centre stage; IPK brings all the technology of its brands out onto the track, combined with the experience of its teams and the competitiveness of the partners with which it collaborates to achieve the best results. The 2017 programme of the Praga Karts, Formula K and - [ROTAX JUNIOR SPORT CLASS WITH PRAGA KARTS! LOW-COST INTERNATIONAL ARRIVE AND DRIVE RACES](https://pragaglobal.com/rotax-junior-sport-class-praga-karts-low-cost-international-arrive-drive-races/) - Thanks to the partnership between Praga Kart and Rotax, the Rotax Junior Sport Class is born. A new concept in karting aimed firmly at the youngest talent, introducing a class in which to compete at low costs, with the best material and in a context of absolute prestige such as Rotax Euro Challenge races. Starting - [Rotax DD2, technical updates](https://pragaglobal.com/rotax-dd2-technical-updates/) - NEED TO KNOW ROTAX DD2, UPDATES FOR 2017 NEED TO KNOW ROTAX DD2, UPDATES FOR 2017 The Rotax mono-brand has always been one of the most widespread and popular in the world of karting. IPK, with Praga chassis, has been a partner of the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals since 2012, which is proof of - [Praga Cars at Autosport International 2017](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-autosport-international-2017/) - Praga Cars recently attended the Autosport International show in Birmingham for the third time. Autosport International is the self proclaimed Racing Car Show. The biggest Motorsport show. 4 days of everything motorsports from the fastest and craziest cars in motorsports to the biggest motorsports celebrities. If you like motorsports this is the show to add - [2017 Rotax Junior Sport class! Arrive and Drive with Praga Karts](https://pragaglobal.com/2017-rotax-junior-sport-class-arrive-drive-wirh-praga-karts/) - Praga and the Rotax Max Euro Challenge promoters RGMMC, are proud to announce a new class for 2017. Together with official chassis partner Praga karts, the Rotax Max Euro Challenge will introduce the Rotax Junior Sport class. The Rotax Junior Sport class was specifically created for those wishing to take part in international kart competitions in - [IPK expanded karting dealer network in USA market](https://pragaglobal.com/ipk-expanded-karting-dealer-network-usa-market/) - In order to guarantee maximum comfort of its clients IPK selected 5 main dealers in various parts of the USA. These dealers will be in charge sales and after sales service, racing teams in local and international level, and will be responsible for wellbeing of Praga clients in USA. They will be importers of IPK's - [Praga excelled on home ground](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-excelled-home-ground/) - Praga R1Ts have been introduced to thousands of spectators during the Grand Prix of Slovakia. One of the company’s cars was under control of Aleš Jirásek, Praga’s driver during the whole FIA CEZ season and the current leader in the D5 category. In the qualifications he has grasped two second and one third place. Patrik - [Visit a new Praga dealer by the Monza track in Italy](https://pragaglobal.com/visit-new-praga-dealer-monza-track-italy/) - After a deal with IPKarting, IMAGE Motorsport & Management has opened its store in Vedano al Lambro. Just steps away from the entrance of the Autodromo di Monza. A store dedicated to all the enthusuasts, where the majority of Praga labeled IPKarting products, of which IMAGE Motorsport & Management is licensed dealer with the privilege - [Beginning of the season at Hungaroring](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-summary-beginning-season/) - First race at Hungaroring In Hungary’s Hungaroring, Praga deployed turbo version with Aleš Jirásek behind the wheel. The atmospheric version was driven by Tomáš Vojtěch from team Autotechnologi and the starting list grew pleasantly due to the two Praga cars. From early training sessions, Jirásek was among the fastest in all categories. Qualifiers for both - [IPK Factory teams changing the engine manufacturer for TM](https://pragaglobal.com/ipk-factory-teams-changing-engine-manufacturer-tm/) - After almost 5 years of close co-operation between brands IPK and IAME, both sides have decided to part ways in the field of karting competitions at the factory team level. Praga and Formula K factory teams are grateful for successful co-operation of past years where we reached together the highest achievements like world champions and - [Saxo Bank became a partner of Praga Cars](https://pragaglobal.com/saxo-bank-became-partner-praga/) - Saxo Bank became a parner of Praga Cars for the 2016 season and appreciated Praga Cars for its innovativeness, outstanding performance and race results. Praga Cars organized a corporate event for Saxo Bank at Slovakia Ring to celebrate the new partnership. Saxo Bank founder Lars Seier Christensen was also present. Check out some photos from - [4th position at WSK Super Master Series Round 4](https://pragaglobal.com/4th-position-wsk-super-master-series-round-4/) - In the KZ final, ‪#‎JorgePescador‬ gained a great 4th place. The Team Praga driver ended 3rd in the Prefinal B. He started the final 6th and gained two position, finishing just below the podium. A good result that underlines the competitiveness of the chassis on the Adria difficult track Next event: Adria (Italy) CIK-FIA European - [Classic Car Race Aarhus in Denmark](https://pragaglobal.com/classic-car-race-aarhus-denmark/) - You might not have heard of the CCRA, but in Denmark it is very well known among the car enthusiast community. The Classic Car Race is the largest car event in the northern part of Europe. The amazingly well organised event located in the green parts of beautiful Aarhus presented real racing, historic fun racing, - [Florida changing color to winning blue](https://pragaglobal.com/florida-changing-color-to-winning-blue-project/) - We are pleased to announce that we started a new project "Florida changing color to winning blue". Our latest aquisition is DucTard team with Jakub Kolar. He and his team is going to follow racing events in Florida. Jakub will attend also drivers coaching program in Europe organized by Praga factory team this summer. Contact - [CIK-FIA European KZ & KZ2 Championship Round 1 at Essay, France](https://pragaglobal.com/cik-fia-european-kz-kz2-champs-rd1/) - Finals – April 24 The end of the weekend we didn't hope for. ‪#‎JorgePescador‬ had a difficult start in the prefinal from pole position and he managed to finish 7th. In the final Jorge is 8th under the checkered flag but his good performance is showed by his best lap, 47.993, even better then the winner. ‪#‎JonathanThonon‬ is able - [WSK Super Master Series Round 3 at La Conca](https://pragaglobal.com/wsk-super-master-series-round-3-at-la-conca/) - Final – April 3 In ‪#‎KZ‬ ‪#‎JorgePescador‬ takes a 7th position in prefinal A, out for a contact in the final. ‪#‎JonathanThonon‬ finished in 5th position in prefinal B, 7th position in final in KZ category. In ‪#‎KZ2‬ nice performance for ‪#‎EliseoMartinez‬ 7th position in prefinal and 8th in final. Congratulation to “our cousin” Michael Paparo, second position in the MINI final. See - [KARTSHOP AMPFING: Success Story of Praga’s Dealer in Germany](https://pragaglobal.com/kartshop-ampfing-success-story-of-pragas-dealer-in-germany/) - In a small, ordinary municipality in Germany called Ampfing, there is an extraordinary man. Torsten Kostbade owns a company Kartshop Ampfing GmbH & Co. KG which has a great karting track, provides kart rental, runs a shop and so on. Moreover, Torsten is an official Praga dealer in Germany who leads a racing team. His - [GE H80 Turboprop Engine by GE Aviation Czech](https://pragaglobal.com/ge-h80-turboprop-engine-by-ge-aviation-czech/) - The right choice for our SM-92TE Praga Alfa to comply the aircraft operators´ needs We in Praga have chosen the engine GE H80 for our airplane because the GE technologies are built on a foundation that includes more than one hundred years of research, development, innovation and dedication. Thanks to integrating resources from a former Czech aviation - [Daily report from WSK Super Master Series Round 2 at Sarno](https://pragaglobal.com/daily-report-from-wsk-sarno/) - Final – March 20 WSK SUPER MASTER SERIES round 2 Two our drivers were able to arrive in Final: for sure a good result for Praga Junior Team today in Mini, a category with 73 entrants. Francesco Pulito and Carles Martinez got a 20 and 23 position improving their starting grid position. Congratulation to “our - [Praga Kart Junior Team](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-junior-team/) - Racing Kart Muolo & Lotito company was born in 1995 from a collaboration between the two founders, Giuseppe Lotito, who owns a go-kart track in Fasano (Italy) and is a kart driver, and Enzo Muolo - his personal mechanic. They decided to create a factory inside the track, following a racing team and calling it - [Praga introduces Arrive & Drive program](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-introduces-arrive-drive-program/) - Racing was never so accessible. Our goal is to connect professional racing teams all aroud the world with final customers who would like to race with Praga R1. Rent a seat at selected races and have everything taken care of by professionals. With our Arrive & Drive Packages, the only thing you will have to - [Praga will offer a new arrive and drive package of the fastest Czech racing car](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-will-offer-new-arrive-drive-package-fastest-czech-racing-car/) - All fans of Praga will soon have an opportunity to race in Praga’s car R1. Thanks to a new cooperation of companies Praga and AutoTechnologi, the new opportunities of racing in a cool racing car Praga R1, which astonishes with its lightweight, extreme downforce and low-running costs, are opened. Recently, Praga gets attention not only - [Praga Cars gathered crowds at Autosport show](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-gathered-crowds-at-autosport-show/) - It was not the first time Praga has exhibited at the Birmingham Autosport as a race car and a go-kart manufacturer, but it was the first time in 68 years when Praga exhibited as a road car manufacturer. The presentation was assisted by the new UK partner and dealer – a world renowned Litchfield motors - [Praga Cars at Autosport International Birmingham 14.-17.1.2016](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-autosport-international-birmingham-14-17-1-2016/) - PRAGA at AUTOSPORT SHOW in Birmingham, UK 14.-17.01 Meet the team, see the cars and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the largest motorsport fair in the world. You will see our racing star Praga R1 and the final stage prototype of Praga R1R supersport. Come and visit us on stand 6640. Featuring every level of - [Major Change approval of TC No. ST294-SM-92T/OGI-01 SM-92TE Praga Alfa](https://pragaglobal.com/major-change-approval-tc-no-st294-sm-92togi-01-sm-92te-praga-alfa/) - PRAGA-Export is delighted to announce major change approval issued by IAC AR (ST 294-SM-92T/OGI-01) for the SM-92TE Praga Alfa in December 2015. The SM-92TE Praga Alfa is a modernized version of the SM-92T Turbo Finist equipped by Garmin Electronic Display System. This achievement of major change approval is very important milestone on the way to - [Multiple podiums at Las Vegas!](https://pragaglobal.com/multiple-podiums-at-las-vegas/) - After finishing karting season in Europe, a part of PRAGA Kart Racing team had moved to the USA where they took part in the SKUSA SUPERNATIONALS to race on the new track in Las Vegas, close to the newly remodeled WestGate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. Factory team was represented in 5 categories at once. - [Factory team PRAGA – SKUSA SUPERNATIONALS Qualifying](https://pragaglobal.com/factory-team-praga-skusa-supernationals-qualifying/) - As we informed you in the previous press release, a part of PRAGA Kart Racing team moved to the USA where they take part in the SKUSA SUPERNATIONALS to race at the new track in Las Vegas, close to the newly remodeled WestGate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. All drivers passed through the registration, and - [Factory Team PRAGA starring at SKUSA SUPERNATIONALS](https://pragaglobal.com/factory-team-praga-starring-at-skusa-supernationals/) - Factory team PRAGA Kart Racing ended its karting season in Europe at WSK Final Cup at Adria Karting Raceway. It was a very successful end of season because Jorge Pescador finished second which meant a podium position for his factory team PRAGA Kart Racing. After WSK Final Cup, a part of PRAGA Kart Racing team - [Successful end of season for PRAGA Kart Racing!](https://pragaglobal.com/successful-end-of-season-for-praga-kart-racing/) - Podium position for Jorge Pescador (KZ2). Seven pilots in the factory team Praga. Successful end of European season. This year’s European karting series are slowly coming to an end. Traditional end of prestigious WSK series is WSK Final Cup which took place last weekend at Adria Karting Raceway. Every year, the factory team of PRAGA - [Praga showed Turbo version for the first time](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-showed-turbo-version-for-the-first-time/) - During the previous weekend, Praga presented the new R1 Turbo – for the first time in the land of Czechia. And it was an A-grade premiere! The fastest time in qualifications, the first place in sprints and – after a bad luck – the second place in endurance race. During the last weekend of September, - [PRAGA Kart Racing after the World Championship](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-racing-after-the-world-championship/) - • Four pilots at the start of the prestigious race • Jorge Pescador (KZ2) third after Saturday’s heat races • Difficult climatic conditions After the end of the CIK-FIA European Championship series, the attention of all karting fans focused on one of the highlights of the season, which was the World Championship race opened for - [Praga reaches the 6th place in sprint race at Slovakiaring and 3rd place in endurance](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-reaches-the-6th-place-in-sprint-race-at-slovakiaring-and-3rd-place-in-endurance/) - Slovakiaring circuit can be called the home ground of Praga Cars Racing team for all the vehicles are produced in a factory only three kilometres away. The track is full of straight parts which leaves only a small space for fights with high-performance GT3 category vehicles. However, Praga managed to reach the podium and - [The production of Orbis Avia SM-92T Praga Alfa aircraft project](https://pragaglobal.com/production-orbis-avia-sm-92t-praga-alfa-aircraft-project/) - SN03-004 Maiden Flight August 12th 2015 On August 12th, a successful first flight of Praga Alfa No. 03-004 completed the first phase of the Praga aircraft production. After several testing hours, the certification procedure has started with the goal of achieving EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) type certificate with a subsequent POA and DOA certification - [Praga R1 – Endurance champion of FIA-CEZ Most](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1-endurance-champion-of-fia-cez-most/) - One-hour lasting race was won by duo Jirásek/Vojtěch with Praga R1 vehicle with almost one minute ahead of their rivals. The drivers did not have to face any difficulties even in the difficult conditions of an unbearable heat which lasted throughout the whole weekend. After the races in Hungary, Austria and Poland, the Central European - [Praga R1at the first race of FIA–CEZ](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1at-the-first-race-of-fia-cez/) - Praga team drivers ventured to visit a circuit near Budapest which is a popular choice of F1 drivers. Racers Ales Jirasek and Tomas Vojtech went there to test the atmospheric version of Praga R1. Although this is a wildly fast track, the drivers were able to compete with three times stronger vehicles GT3 and GT2 - [Praga have released the first photographs of the new R1R vehicle](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-have-released-the-first-photographs-of-the-new-r1r-vehicle/) - R1R Super Sport has successfully passed the first testing phase and is about to be let loose on the roads After a short hiatus, the Praga brand is capturing the public’s attention once again with exciting news: the first official photographs of the new vehicle Praga R1R have been released. These pictures are able to - [Legendary car brand Praga back on the roads](https://pragaglobal.com/legendary-car-brand-praga-back-on-the-roads/) - Car manufacturer Praga is going to introduce its brand new automobile which wants to follow up with the legendary history of Praga cars. The new super sport was street-homologated on March 17, 2015 and became the first road car created by Praga since 1947. The new car is inspired by Praga’s racing prototypes, which has - [Praga R1 dominated at Slovakia Ring](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1-dominated-at-slovakia-ring/) - Praga R1 brutally dominated Slovakia Ring, the Slovakian domestic circuit in the Carbonia cup series. Vojtech Jirasek, Praga's driver in atmospheric version of R1 managed to get all the best times out of all 71 participants in the starting line – and this included even several formula vehicles. Praga was able to seize one victory, - [RMCGF 2015 : PRAGA, partner in Rotax 125 Junior MAX category](https://pragaglobal.com/rmcgf-2015-praga-partner-in-rotax-125-junior-max-category/) - BRP-Powertrain will be supported by its long-term chassis partners at the 16th edition of the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals (RMCGF) in Portimão, Portugal. “ With most of our chassis partners we can look back on many years of a well established relationship. We have been partnering with all of them in the past already. - [Praga successful in the CIK FIA European Championship KZ](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-successful-in-the-cik-fia-european-championship-kz/) - • Patrik Hajek 4th place in class KZ • Jorge Pescador at the top of KZ2 throughout the weekend • Successful entry into the CIK FIA KZ championship The International Circuit Napoli hosted CIK FIA European Championship KZ. Praga factory team members have had a challenging month. They took part in the race IAME X30 - [Another monster kill at Brno Circuit](https://pragaglobal.com/another-monster-kill-at-brno-circuit/) - Praga cars factory team took part in the amateur endurance race 9 hours Le Brno on 28/3 2015. The race was focused mainly on proving the reliability of the brand new atmospheric engine. Since the free training rounds, Praga’s monstrous pace put approx. 5 seconds on other vehicles per round and the drivers were able - [Rainy race at Castelletto - WSK Super Master series](https://pragaglobal.com/rainy-race-at-castelletto-wsk-super-master-series/) - Jorge Pescador fastest in qualifying Rainy conditions in the finals The second race of WSK Super Master Series took place on 7 Laghi Kart circuit near the Italian Castelletto. Praga team was represented in classes Mini, KFJ and KZ2. Most of the weekend was accompanied by dry weather, however expected change occurred during Saturday night - [Praga on the podium again! WSK Master series - Adria](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-on-the-podium-again-wsk-master-series-adria/) - • Jorge Pescador second in the prestigious class KZ2 • Excellent entry into the Super Series Master • Driver‘s progress in the categories Mini and KFJ Last weekend Praga Kart Racing started the 2015 season with a successful second place at WSK Gold Cup by Jonathan in the KZ2 class. This weekend Karting circuit Adria - [Praga factory team started the season with the podium finish](https://pragaglobal.com/jonathan-thonon-2nd/) - • Jonathan Thonon finished 2nd • First race of the season • 6 factory pilots competed At the beginning of this season Factory team Praga Kart Racing tested at the circuit near Lonato South Garda, however the first real start of this season was the first race of the prestigious WSK karting series titled WSK - [Big test of factory team Praga Kart Racing](https://pragaglobal.com/big-test-factory-team-praga-kart-racing/) - • The first joint testing in Lonato • Test of the new Praga chassis for 2015 At the beginning of this season, the factory team Praga Kart Racing announced his racing program that starts with WSK Gold Cup. After completion of all pre-season preparations Praga factory team organized the first big three-day test. Because of - [R1’s debut in South America](https://pragaglobal.com/r1s-debut-in-south-america/) - News about the Praga R1 have been rapidly spreading across the world and thanks to the announcement of the R1 Endurance cup for 2015, customers are lining up to get a taste of the action. Although most of the presentations have taken place in Europe, there was one exception. Our local dealer in Chile insisted, - [Jarred Campbell teams up with Praga for 2015 race season](https://pragaglobal.com/jarred-campbell-teams-praga-2015-race-season/) - February 2, 2015 — Praga North America is excited to announce that driver Jarred Campbell has made the switch to the Praga brand for the 2015 race season. The 17 year-old California native is confirmed to race with the official team at the SKUSA Pro Tour series, and will also be competing in the California - [Mikkel Höyer is the new driver of Praga factory team](https://pragaglobal.com/mikkel-hoyer-is-the-new-driver-of-praga-factory-team/) -  Mikkel Höyer became part of Praga Kart Racing  Factory pilot of class KFJ 2015  Martinez - Hoyer are two talented pilots of the KFJ category In recent days, the factory team Praga Kart Racing announced signing a contract with a talented spanish driver of the KFJ class Eliseo Martinez. 'Today they announced - [Formula 1 driver Felipe Nasr on Praga at Florida Pro Kart Series](https://pragaglobal.com/formula-1-driver-felipe-nasr-praga-florida-pro-kart-series/) - The Brazilian will race in the IAME Senior class with the Praga North America team January 7, Palm Beach, Florida — In a last minute addition to their lineup, Praga North America can confirm that Formula 1 driver Felipe Nasr will be racing under their tent at this weekend’s first round of the Florida Pro - [Patrik Hajek confirmed for Floriad Pro Kart Winter Series](https://pragaglobal.com/patrik-hajek-confirmed-floriad-pro-kart-winter-series/) - The Praga factory driver will compete in the KZ class for the 1st Round at Palm Beach Kart Center December 30, 2014, Miami, Florida — Praga North America is pleased to announce that Praga factory driver Patrik Hajek is confirmed to compete in the opening round of the Florida Pro Kart Winter Series. The Czech - [Eliseo Martinez factory pilot of Praga Kart Racing](https://pragaglobal.com/eliseo-martinez-factory-pilot-of-praga-kart-racing/) - Eliseo Martinez factory pilot Praga Kart Racing • Eliseo Martinez member Praga Kart Racing • Factory pilot for class KFJ 2015 • Rasmus Lindh permanent driver of the factory team The end of each motorsport season is a kind of time of looking back at the past season, the time of evaluating. Praga Kart Factory - [Double Podium for Praga at WSK Final Cup](https://pragaglobal.com/double-podium-for-praga-at-wsk-final-cup/) - Double podium for factory drivers KZ2 class Drivers representation in all categories The new circuit Adria International Raceway It has become a tradition that the last big international race of the karting season on the European continent is the WSK Final Cup. This year, the promoter chose a completely new race track - Adria International - [Praga Karting Chile won every category where participated](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-karting-chile-won-every-category-where-participated/) - Last Saturday 4th of October, took place in Lampa, Santiago, CHILE, the last round of the 2014 RMC, before the Grand Finals. Praga and OK1 Chile, made a perfect achievement, winning every category in which we participated. We would like to welcome Pablo Donoso, former professional driver, who raced and won in Argentina (Karting, F-Renault), - [3 drives in the top 10 of CIK FIA World Championship](https://pragaglobal.com/3-drives-in-top-10-of-cik-fia-world-championship/) - • Seven pilots in the factory team • TOP TEN results in both categories • Jorge Pescador dominated Friday and Saturday's qualifying race International Circuit Napoli welcomed the participants of the KZ World Champioship and the International KZ2 Super Cup. Factory Praga Kart Racing Team began preparing for this venture a few weeks earlier. Factory - [The R1 Endurance Cup was officially launched at Slovakia Ring](https://pragaglobal.com/the-r1-endurance-cup-was-officially-launched-at-slovakia-ring/) - Here it is. It is official. Slovakia Ring saw the launch of the R1 Endurance Cup. It was 1st of October, Wednesday morning, when we pulled out the cars. Eight R1s accompanied by the Praga R4S and the Lotus-Praga T128 were shining through the morning fog and were welcoming our first guests. It was an - [First year of Praga Academy by Praga Russia](https://pragaglobal.com/first-year-of-praga-academy-by-praga-russia/) - Praga Karting Russia (importer for Russian, Ukraine and Belarus market) kicked off the first season of Praga Academy located in Cheb, Czech Republic. The aim of this project was to show how to set up chassis, engine etc., and also to give out experience in kart racing. It was a special event only for Russian, - [Praga is introducing a new Endurance Racing Series](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-is-introducing-a-new-endurance-racing-series/) - Praga has recently gained attention not only thanks to its go-kart endeavours and drivers programs, but above all, thanks to its new racing prototype, the Praga R1. Now they are preparing a new racing series – the R1 Endurance Cup. The ambitious Praga R1 is bound to impress, thanks to its super-low weight of 625kg, - [The R1 turbo roared Friday evening at Nurburgring and on Saturday at Sachsenring](https://pragaglobal.com/the-r1-turbo-roared-friday-evening-at-nurburgring-and-on-saturday-at-sachsenring/) - We did not expect these crowds. ADAC GT Masters is a big motorsport event indeed, but the size of the on looking crowds was just intimidating. Our one day presentation quickly turned into a two day event during which we could not stop talking. The interest was huge and the R1 placed up front in - [Alessandro de Tullio makes switch to Praga](https://pragaglobal.com/alessandro-de-tullio-makes-switch-praga/) - Young driver already proves successful during testing sessions September 21, 2014, Miami, Florida — Young, up-and-coming driver Alessandro De Tullio is making the switch to Praga for the remainder of the 2014 and 2015 seasons. The eight-year-old Miami native races under the SLA Karting team, with support from South Florida Praga dealer Pro Powersport America. - [Last IAME round before Le Mans](https://pragaglobal.com/last-iame-round-before-le-mans/) - Last Sunday 14th of September, took place the last round before the World Finals, of the IAME X30 Challenge, at Kartódromo 7 Puentes, in Rancagua, Chile. During the qualyfing heats, everything was for PRAGA and OK1, with Christian Cornejo leading the grid, Lucas Bacigalupo 2nd, and Luis Ignacio Valenzuela 3rd. Prefinal and final, were pretty - [European title for Rotax Praga Kart Racing](https://pragaglobal.com/european-title-for-rotax-praga-kart-racing/) - Last weekend was the last round of the Rotax Max Euro Challenge at the 1.500m long circuit in Salbris(France). The „Rotax Praga Kart Racing“ team was leading the DD2 Masters championship with Martin Pierce (Ireland). The team managed to win the european title with a big lead after a week on a very difficult track - [Multiple podium results for Praga at RMC CHILE](https://pragaglobal.com/multiple-podium-results-for-praga-at-rmc-chile/) - Last Saturday September 6th, another round of the RMC Chile took place in Lampa, Santiago, CHILE. The results for our PRAGA and OK1 teams were great! We want to send greetings to all of our drivers, who left everything on the track. -Nico Pino-2nd place Minimax.(2014 CHAMPION) -Christian Ausset-1st place PRD fireball. -Tuti Suarez-1st place - [7th round Championship Copa São Paulo Karting Granja Viana. / Brazil](https://pragaglobal.com/7th-round-championship-copa-sao-paulo-karting-granja-viana-brazil/) - PRAGA dominates the podium : 1. ROTAX MAX MASTERS 1º Fernando Guzzi - #11 2º Roberto Azana - #20 2. ROTAX DD2 MASTERS 1º Fernando Guzzi - #11 3º Marcelo Mana - #77 4º Roberto Azana - #20 3. EXECUTIVE 1º Roberto Azana - #20 Best compliments to PRAGA BRASIL !!!! - [Praga dominates at Gearup F Series](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-dominates-gearup-f-series/) - Kartwerks USA and CPI Karting drivers collect multiple wins and podiums September 1, 2014, Wampum, PA — Praga North America has a lot to be happy about, after the stellar performances from its dealers at last weekend’s Gearup F Series race, held at the Pittsburgh International Race Complex. On hand with their teams were Kartwerks - [Praga Factory team at CIK FIA European Championship - PFI](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-factory-team-at-cik-fia-european-championship-pfi/) - • Four factory pilots in the race • Rasmus Lindh ranking third after heats • Marino Sato struggled all weekend with virosis Final weekend of August did not just end the summer holidays, but was also a last for the entire championship series CIK-FIA European KF (KFJ) Championship. The series in both classes consisted of - [6 times podium for Praga Benelux!](https://pragaglobal.com/6-times-podium-for-praga-benelux/) - Hereby the race results of this weekend of OK1 & PRAGA KARTS BENELUX. · 1st place Rotax Max Senior with OK1 Cruiser · 1st place RK1 Senior with PRAGA Dragon · 1st place Honda Cadet with PRAGA Piccolo · 2nd place Honda Cadet with Praga Piccolo · 2nd place RK1 Big-Bore with PRAGA Dragon · - [Argentino de Karting – 4th round – Formosa / Argentina](https://pragaglobal.com/argentino-de-karting-4th-round-formosa-argentina/) - Argentino de Karting – 4th round – Formosa / Argentina The official “ PRAGA ARGENTINA” driver, FRANCO CRIVELLI (Franco is the defending champion) got the pole during 4 days qualifying first ( manches 1 and 2 ) and the grand final triumph . Thanks to these great results Franco is leading the most important championship - [Multiple podiums for Praga in the final round of the IAME X30 Challenge in Chile](https://pragaglobal.com/multiple-podiums-for-praga-in-the-final-round-of-the-iame-x30-challenge-in-chile/) - Last Saturday, 23rd of August, took place in Rancagua, Chile, the final round of the IAME X30 Challenge. With PRAGA dirver Christian Cornejo, already Champion in last round, we got a wet race with difficult track conditions. The results were: HONDA: Rolando Ausset-1st place- OK1 Christian Ausset-2nd place-OK1 X30 Senior: Lucas Bacigalupo-2nd place-OK1 X30 Masters: - [Praga and OK1 won every category that they took part in at RMC Chile!](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-and-ok1-won-every-category-that-they-took-part-in-at-rmc-chile/) - Last August 9th, took place the 7th round of the RMC Chile, in Lampa, Santiago. PRAGA and OK1, won every category in which we took part of. Our chassis are making a difference in performance on the track. MINIMAX: Nicolás Pino-1st place-PRAGA HONDA: Rolando Ausset-1st place-OK1 PRD Fireball: Christian Ausset-1st place-OK1 Junior Max: Gustavo Tuti - [Praga Colombia gets another victory and several podiums in ROTAX MAX CHALLENGE](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-colombia-gets-another-victory-and-several-podiums-in-the-eighth-round-rotax-max-challenge/) - August 10, 2014, Tocancipá, Colombia – Praga Colombia, gets another victory and several podiums in the Eighth Round ROTAX MAX CHALLENGE from the Circuito Juan Pablo Montoya Tocancipá, Colombia. For the Eighth Round from Rotax Max Challenge, Praga was well represented with 13 drivers total: 3 Praga team and 10 of Independent Teams. In Category - [Continued success for Praga at USPKS](https://pragaglobal.com/continued-success-praga-uspks/) - Luca Mars Wraps Up the Series With the Championship Title in Yahama Rookie August 18, 2014, New Castle, IN — Praga North America ended the final rounds of USPKS on a high note, with Kartwerks USA driver Luca Mars securing a double victory over the weekend, and the championship title in the Yahama Rookie class. - [Praga North America Triumphant at SKUSA Summernationals](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-north-america-triumphant-at-skusa-summernationals/) - Andrick Zeen takes the win in Saturday’s TaG Senior Final August 3, 2014, Modesto, CA — Praga North America gains another victory for the team at the SKUSA SummerNationals event in Modesto, CA. For the second round of the SKUSA Pro Tour, Praga was well represented with 10 drivers in total: 5 from the Praga - [Praga Kart Racing reached podium in Sweden](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-racing-reached-podium-in-sweden/) - Jonathan Thonon became the vice-champion of KZ category Patrik Hájek second in final Both factory pilots dominated qualifying and scoring race Sunday afternoon finally ended this series CIK FIA European Championship KZ. The final act took place on the Swedish circuit Asum Ring at the city Kristianstadt. The organizers organized a race weekend not - [Praga Kart Racing after the test in Sweden](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-racing-after-the-test-in-sweden/) - Multiple days testing Five Praga drivers tried the new circuit Petr Ptáček jr. tested with the factory team The CIK FIA callendar is full also during the hollydays and so Praga factory team had to react to the high frequency of KZ/KZ2 races. That is the reason why the team truck move to Sweden directly - [European victory for Praga Kart Racing](https://pragaglobal.com/european-victory-for-praga-kart-racing/) - Thonon won in the most prestige KZ category Praga Chassis and Iame engines were a winning combination So far third place for Jonathan Thonon in CIK FIA European KZ Championship Second race of CIK FIA European Championship KZ took place last weekend at a German circuit Pro Kart Raceland near Wackerdorf city. Drivers were facing - [Provincial Championship in Ecuador](https://pragaglobal.com/provincial-championship-in-ecuador/) - 6th July 2014 - Guayaquil / Ecuador - 3rd race of the Provincial Championship - Category : Baby The PRAGA young drivers Mía Camila Sánchez (9 years olod) and Briana Isabela Matos (7 years old) obtained consecutively 2nd and 3rd position. Mía won the 1st position and Briana the 3rd. In the first race after - [ROTAX Max Challenge Chile scored podiums](https://pragaglobal.com/rotax-max-challenge-chile-scored-podiums/) - Last Staurday 5th of July, took place the 5th round of the ROTAX Max Challenge Chile, in Kartódromo de Lampa, in Santiago. Praga and OK1 Teams, took place with all of their official drivers, in many categories, with great results. -Nicolas Pino,PRAGA, #78, MINIMAX. Pole position and 1st place.(final) -Roberto Pino, OK1, #279, HONDA. Pole - [Praga Argentina won in 3 categories , PRE-SUDAMERICANO ROTAX :](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-argentina-won-in-3-categories-pre-sudamericano-rotax/) - IN THE JUNIORS CATEGORY, THE WINNER WAS LUCAS CARABAJAL- KART NUMERO 122 IN THE SENIORS CATEGORY, THE WINNER WAS JORGE VITAR- KART NUMERO 5- IN THE CATEGORY MASTER , THE WINNER WAS ESTEFANO CAMBRIA- KART NUMERO 1 ADDITIONAL INFO AVAILABLE ON : e-kart.com.ar or Facebook , Didi Praga or Praga oficial argentina. Photographs bellow - [Praga Kart Racing at DKM Series](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-racing-at-dkm-series/) - Jonathan Thonon on podium Three pilots tested Praga chassis and Iame engines Sunday finals were under wet conditions The factory team Praga Kart Racing concentrates during this part of season on a prestige European series CIK-FIA European Championship, which is for four categories- KFJ, KF, KZ2 and KZ. A precise preparation for every race is - [Victory for Praga North America at USPKS](https://pragaglobal.com/victory-praga-north-america-uspks/) - First Place for Michael Geringer in Leopard 125 Pro, Double First for Luca Mars in Yahama Rookie June 24, 2014, North Liberty, Indiana — Praga North America took home three wins, including its first national win in the Leopard 125 Pro category, at the third and fourth rounds of the United States Pro Kart Series, - [Praga R1 Turbo Full-Carbon does SlovakiaRing in 1:58,41](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1-turbo-full-carbon-does-slovakiaring-in-15841/) - Ever since the beginning of this project, designers and constructors had one specific goal. Making Praga R1 as efficient as possible. That essentially meant making the car as light as possible. As it shows, carbon fibre reinforced composites is the way to go. This combination offers not only exceptional rigidity but also lightness at the - [Unfortunate weekend for Praga Kart Racing](https://pragaglobal.com/unfortunate-weekend-for-praga-kart-racing/) - Jonathan Thonon started the finals from front row Karol Dabski finished the finale on 17th position 6 drivers in the factory team Praga Kart Racing Belgium circuit near city Genk held its opening CIK FIA Championship for KZ, KZ2 and KF classes. The factory team nominated for this race 6 drivers. In the most prestige - [Victory for Rotax Praga Kart Racing at the Rotax Max Euro Challenge](https://pragaglobal.com/victory-for-rotax-praga-kart-racing-at-the-rotax-max-euro-challenge/) - Last weekend was the 2nd round of the Rotax Max Euro Challenge at the 1.265m long circuit in Castelletto (Italy). Martin Pierce (Ireland) and Max Fleischmann (Germany) were racing for the team in the DD2 Master and DD2 class. With an incredible job in the prefinal and final Martin Pierce won in the DD2 Masters - [Praga won a 4th place at 24 hours LeMans 2014](https://pragaglobal.com/4-place-at-24h-le-mans/) - The new cooperation between teams Praga and Sebestien Loeb Racing brought another very successful race weekend at the 24 hours of LeMans, the most famous endurance race in the world, at a circuit located in France. The team was represented by the following drivers; Jan Charouz, René Rast and Vincent Capillaire. Even though the team - [Praga North America podiums at Route 66 Sprint Series](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-north-america-podiums-route-66-sprint-series/) - June 10, 2014, North Liberty, Indiana — Praga North America displayed impressive promise at this past weekend’s Route 66 Sprint Series race, which took place at Michiana Raceway Park. With a 6-driver lineup that included new team member Andrick Zeen, the best results came from Leopard 125 Senior driver Michael Geringer, who took home a - [Andrick Zeen Joins Praga North America Team](https://pragaglobal.com/andrick-zeen-joins-praga-north-america-team/) - June 2, 2014 --- Driver Andrick Zeen has officially joined the Praga North America Race Team for the 2014 season. The 21-year-old Californian, who competes in the TaG Senior category, is the latest driver to join the growing North America team since Praga established its US base and race team at the beginning of this - [CIK FIA European Championship - Zuera](https://pragaglobal.com/cik-fia-european-championship-zuera/) - Karol Dabski 6th overall after graded heats Both drivers advancement to the finals Last weekend the Spanish Zuera circuit held the second race of the CIK FIA European Championship, which was listed for Class KFJ and KF. In Spain, there was also a factory team Praga Kart Racing. The actual race was preceded - [Spain Championship Campillos 1st round Praga won in KZ2 category](https://pragaglobal.com/spain-championship-campillos-1st-round-praga-won-in-kz2-category/) - Jorge Pescador oficial driver of Praga Spain. Pole - 1st position and 2nd position Pescador, is now leader in classification of Spain championship. Jorge is not only leading the Spanish Championship but he's also a member of our official Team during the most important races of the present season (WSK, European and World Championship). Our - [M-Tec Praga Racing takes double Triumph at RMC-Opening](https://pragaglobal.com/m-tec-praga-racing-takes-double-triumph-at-rmc-opening/) - From 19th to 20th April 2014 the M-Tec Praga Racing Team headed for the opening round of the ROTAX MAX Challenge Germany. At Kerpen almost 140 drivers fought for the first points of the year. The German Praga distributor was represented by ten drivers looking back on a very successful weekend in the end. In - [Praga Kart Racing Team tested in Zuera](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-racing-team-tested-in-zuera/) - • Two days long test • New track for Rasmus Lindh • Factory drivers were accompanied by Petr Ptáček junior At the upcoming weekend the Zuera circuit in Spain will be hosting another round of the CIK FIA European Championship dedicated for classes KF and KFJ. Praga Kart Racing Team took the advantage of a - [Second place at ELMS Imola](https://pragaglobal.com/place-elms-imola/) - Sébastien Loeb Racing Team reach second place at second European Le Mans Series race at Imola! Drivers Jan Charouz and Vincent Capillaire put on amazing fight during this 4 hour race and climbed their way up all the way to the second highest step of the podium. Check out the photo gallery below! Photo credit: - [Praga Cars started 2nd production series of R1's race cars](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-cars-started-2nd-production-series-r1s-race-cars/) - As beautiful as original Praga R1 is a custom hand made race car for specific customer. With different specifiation possibilities, individual requierements and wishes, you won't find two R1 alike. Less than one year since the world premiere in early may 2013 on SlovakiaRing, Praga Cars started production of the second 10 car series for - [Praga Kart Racing Team at CIK FIA European Championship](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-racing-team-cik-fia-european-championship/) - • The team was represented by 4 drivers • Rasmus Lindh proved his development as well as progress of Praga chassis • Karol Dabski in KF finals on 13th position The factory team Praga Kart Racing entered into a next session of this year’s season. After the WSK it continues with CIK FIA European KF - [Podium for Praga Kart Racing Team](https://pragaglobal.com/podium-praga-kart-racing-team/) - • Jonathan Thonon second in class KZ • Praga team had the fastest time of the weekend • Nine drivers in blue colors The Praga Kart Racing Team entered the final round of WSK Super Master Series in Italian La Conca. The blue team had a record of number of drivers. In the strongest class - [Brasil 3ª race - Copa São Paulo Karting Granja Viana](https://pragaglobal.com/brasil-3-race-copa-paulo-karting-granja-viana/) - We bring you the results of Brasil 3ª race that took place at the Copa São Paulo Karting Granja Viana on the 05/04/2014. Congratulations to all the drivers! 1. ROTAX MAX MASTERS 1º Fernando Guzzi - #11 3º Roberto Azana - #20 4º Rafael Falk - #127 2. ROTAX MAX 9º Diego Áviles - #11 - [Praga begins to cooperate with Sébastien Loeb team](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-begins-cooperate-sbastien-loeb-team/) - Praga will be once part of the most prestige disciplines of motorsport thanks to the new cooperation with Sebastien Loem Racing. Team colors will be represented at all European Le Mans Series races by professinal driver Jan Charouz, René Rast and Vincent Capillaire. Even though the team of Sébastien Loeb was officially founded at the - [Praga Kart Racing Team after WSK in Castelletto](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-racing-team-wsk-castelletto/) - • Patrik Hájek most successful Praga driver • Karol Dabski in top 10 in category KF • Rasmus Lindh didn’t get to the final due to a collision A demanding program of a factory team Praga Kart Racing continued after a successful appearance of Jonathan Thonon at the Rotax Euro Challenge, with the WSK Super - [Praga gets podium in Rotax Euro Challenge](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-podium-rotax-euro-challenge/) - • 2nd place for Jonathan Thonon • The winner was decided by only 0,018 seconds • Praga chassis work even in Rotax races Last weekend near Belgium city Genk took place the Rotax Euro Challenge. Praga Kart Racing team was represented by Jonathan Thonon who competed in the DD2 category. The factory driver took the - [2º race in Brasil - 22/03/2014 - Copa São Paulo Karting Granja Viana](https://pragaglobal.com/2-race-brasil-22032014-copa-paulo-karting-granja-viana/) - A second race in Brasil took place on the 22.3.2014 at the Copa São Paulo Karting Granja Viana. the results are following: Podium : 1.ROTAX MAX 2º Diego Áviles - #6 (novo piloto PRAGA) 2.ROTAX MAX MASTERS 1º Fernando Guzzi - #11 2º Roberto Azana - #20 3. ROTAX GENERALE (ROTAX MAX e ROTAX MAX - [Praga Kart Racing almost at a podium](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-racing-podium/) - • Patrik Hájek most successful pilot of Praga Kart Racing • Advantageous position for KF drivers for next race • Extreme conditions for the prefinals and even for the finals The factory team Praga Kart Racing participated this weekend on the opening series of WSK Super Master Series near Italian Sarno. The setup was even - [First Kart Exhibition of Holland](https://pragaglobal.com/kart-exhibition-holland/) - The first exhibition of Holland was hold in the airport of Lelystad on 8TH and 9th March 2014. Our best compliments goes to Mr. Huib van Alphen (PRAGA and OK1 Official Importer in BENELUX – Phone +31-6-48741033 ), who did a great job putting this event together. The biggest plot of the Exhibition (12 x - [COPA ROTAX MAX BUENOS AIRES 2014](https://pragaglobal.com/copa-rotax-max-buenos-aires-2014/) - Praga Argentina had a great success at the circuit "Rubén Luis Di Palma", Ciudad Evita (Buenos Aires). 8/09/03/2014 In category Rotax Max Junior there were following stands: In the first round Carabajal, Lucas finished on a 1st position as well as in the finals. You can read the full race report in Spanish on their - [Podium for Praga Kart Racing](https://pragaglobal.com/podium-praga-kart-racing/) - • Jonathan Thonon gets podium finish • Praga Kart Racing team scores the fastest time of the weekend • Improvements of KFJ and KF drivers LaConca 9.3.2014 Last weekend started the factory team Praga Kart Racing it’s racing season series with the WSK Champions Cup in LaConca. The whole team stayed in the south of - [Praga Kart Racing Started New Season](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-racing-started-season/) - • Season started at WSK Champions Cup • Excellent performance of both pilots and technology in class KZ • Premier of young drivers in class KFJ LaConca 2.3.2014 Factory team Praga Kart Racing started this year’s season by testing, which took place in the middle of February in Italian LaConca. This test focused on functioning - [VIDEO: Rental Kart Crash Race! - Professional Drivers fight at Praga Arena](https://pragaglobal.com/video-rental-kart-crash-race-professional-drivers-fight-praga-arena/) - Check out our newest video of professional karting drivers competing on Rental Karts at Praga Arena (www.pragaarena.cz). For more videos please see our youtube channel Praga - Karting, Racing, Flying - http://www.youtube.com/user/PragaExport - Praga rental karts - https://www.pragaglobal.com/karts/race-line-evo/ - Shot in Praga Arena - The most modern go-kart arena in Czech Republic. - http://www.pragaarena.com/ Camera: - [Italy has Praga covered with Adria Raceway dealer](https://pragaglobal.com/italy-praga-covered-adria-raceway-dealer/) - Praga Cars has a new dealer. Not just any, somewhere and another one. This one in Italy posses perfect racing background and it´s own circuit. On 25th February 2014 Adria International Raceway became an official dealer of Praga R1 in Italy. Contract was signed by members of both sides directly at Adria´s premises. Shortly after - [Another successful race for Praga Brazil!](https://pragaglobal.com/successful-race-praga-brazil/) - Last weekend on the 16th of February 2014 the Corrida Team raced in Granja Viana at a Copa São Paulo Karting circuit. In the first Championship race the team entered into 3 categories. Rotax Max with a driver Fernando Guzzi who took the first place, Roberto Azan place 2nd; Rotax Max Masters with again Fernando - [Report: Praga at the 2nd Round of the Florida Winter Tour ROTAX Weekend](https://pragaglobal.com/report-praga-2nd-florida-winter-tour-rotax-weekend/) - February 17, 2014, Ocala, Florida --- At the second round of the Florida Winter Tour ROTAX weekend, Praga North America was present with 3 drivers: Petr Ptacek Jr. and Matthew Barry in Minimax, and Praga Chile driver Christian Cornejo competing in the DD2 class. Praga was also present with Goodwood/ ESD drivers Lochie Hughes and - [First race, first podium for Rotax Praga Kart Racing](https://pragaglobal.com/race-podium-rotax-praga-kart-racing/) - The new established „Rotax Praga Kart Racing“ team, the official factory team of Praga for Rotax, had its first race of this season 2014 at the Winter Cup of the Rotax Max Euro Challenge in Campillos(Spain). It was the first test with the new improvements of this season as well as the first race to - [2nd Round | Florida Winter ROTAX Weekend](https://pragaglobal.com/2nd-round-florida-winter-rotax-weekend/) - At the second round of the Florida Winter Tour ROTAX weekend, Praga North America was present with 3 drivers: Petr Ptacek Jr. and Matthew Barry in Minimax, and Praga Chile driver Christian Cornejo competing in the DD2 class. Praga was also present with Goodwood/ ESD drivers Lochie Hughes and Sean Bolger from Australia, who also - [More Success for Praga at Florida Winter Tour](https://pragaglobal.com/success-praga-florida-winter-tour/) - Praga North America takes multiple podiums at the second round in Ocala February 10, 2014, Ocala, Florida --- Continuing off of its success from the first round, Praga North America makes another great showing at the Florida Winter Tour Formula Kart weekend, taking place at Ocala Gran Prix. Praga was represented by drivers from four - [Praga won 2 out of 4 categories at Winter Cup Andalucia](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-won-2-ouf-4-categories-winter-cup-andalucia/) - This past weekend was held at the circuit test Campillos the Winter Cup Andalucia, with great results for the team of the VIVES RACING SCHOOL – Spain. KZ2 _Jorge-Pole Fisherman And Victory Martinez-Contra Alevin_Carles Pole and Victory Alevin_Maya Weug-Pole In KZ2, Jorge Pescador, won pole position in time trial but had a mechanical failure in - [Patrik Hájek races to the TOP!!!](https://pragaglobal.com/prague-czech-republic-2112014-patrik-hjek-races-top/) - Patrik Hájek scores again. Recently he won the Czech award “Zlaty Volant” which is a motorsport survey, where journalists vote the most successful drivers of the past season. The factory driver Hájek proved to earn the Golden Wheel by some amazing race results from which it is important to mention the following: WSK Final Cup - [IPKarting second annual dealers meeting](https://pragaglobal.com/prague-czech-republic-2212014-ipkarting-annual-dealers-meeting/) - On the 22nd.1 2014 there has been a second annual meeting of Praga and OK1 dealers that had come from all around the world to the Praga Arena. The official part of the day was dedicated to presentations of the news for 2014 as well as an overview of the past season 2013 was shared. - [Kart Star Motorsports / Praga Kicks Off The New Season Right](https://pragaglobal.com/kart-star-motorsports-praga-kicks-season/) - 30 December 2013, Daytona Beach, FL --- Taking part in Round One of the WKA Manufacturers Cup, Kart Star Motorsports (KSM) / Praga Kart newcomer Michael Geringer started the 2014 season in style. Geringer competed in the highly competitive IAME Senior category at the event, which took place at Daytona International Raceway in Daytona Beach, - [A Double Win and Podiums for Praga at Florida Winter Tour](https://pragaglobal.com/double-win-podiums-praga-florida-winter-tour/) - Praga North America takes top place in Stock Moto at the Formula Kart Weekend in Homestead January 13, 2014, Homestead, Florida --- It was a very successful start to the season for Praga North America, as they took home four trophies at the first Formula Kart round of the Florida Winter Tour at Homestead Karting. - [First-ever victory for turbocharged Praga R1 came in Florida](https://pragaglobal.com/firstever-victory-turbocharged-praga-r1-florida/) - Praga Cars took part in late season endurance race FARA Miami 500 on Homestead track, Florida. Weekend of November 30th and December 1st 2013 will stay graven in Praga R1 Turbo history forever. It is the first victory for new, more powerful version of beautiful and efficient Praga R1 race car. We believe this is - [Praga-Lotus Racing Team Testing Days](https://pragaglobal.com/pragalotus-racing-team-testing-days/) - Praga is always trying to offer its drivers the chance to learn, improve and to make the next step in their motorsport career. Praga drivers were at Circuit Paul Richard, testing formulas, Praga R1 and other amazing toys! The drivers that had the chance to attend these testing days were: Jonathan Thonon, Patrik Hájek, Julien - [17th SKUSA SuperNationals, Las Vegas, USA, 20-24 November 2013](https://pragaglobal.com/17th-skusa-supernationals-las-vegas-usa-2024-november-2013/) - 24 November 2013, Las Vegas, USA - The 17th Annual SKUSA Supernationals took place this past weekend on location at the Rio Hotel in Las Vegas, USA. Praga was present this year with over 30 drivers on the brand, including many from the Praga Kart Racing factory team. The team put forth strong efforts throughout - [Lucas Auer will race with Lotus Praga LMP2 at the 6 Hours of Bahrain](https://pragaglobal.com/lucas-auer-race-lotus-praga-lmp2-6-hours-bahrain/) - Lucas Auer is going to race with Lotus Praga LMP 2 at the 6 Hours of Bahrain. The 19-year-old Austrian finished 4th overall in the 2013 FIA F3 European Championship. Lotus is pleased to team up with Lucas Auer for the final race of the FIA World Endurance Championship. Lucas Auer commented: “I am very - [Lotus Praga LMP2 First Day at the 6 Hours of Shanghai](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-day-6-hours-shanghai/) - #31 Kevin Weeda (USA) – Christophe Bouchut (FRA)- Vitantonio Liuzzi (ITA) #32 Thomas Holzer (GER) – Dominik Kraihamer (AUT) – Jan Charouz (CZ) Qualifying #31 Position 7 (LMP2) Average Lap time 1:57.531 #32 Position 8 (LMP2) Average Lap time 1:57.639 Lotus Praga will start at the 6 Hours of Shanghai from the 4th row. The - [PRAGA KART RACING WINS IN KZ2](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-racing-wins-kz2/) - A TOP STAR WEEKEND FOR THE DRIVERS OF TEAM PRAGA KART RACING AT THE LAST EVENT OF THE WSK SEASON, IN CASTELLETTO. VICTORY IN KZ2 AND OTHER EXCELLENT PLACEMENTS. In this edition of the WSK Final Cup, Praga Kart is the absolute star of the KZ2 shifter class, with Patrik Hajek’s photo-finish victory and the - [Praga wins DD2 Masters at Rotax Int. Open Zuera 2013](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-wins-dd2-masters-rotax-int-open-zuera-2013/) - Congratulations to Martin Pierce from Praga Josh Heart Racing team and to win DD2 Masters at Rotax Int. Open Zuera 2013 which took place at 23 - 27 October, Zuera, Spain. Other Praga drivers did also great job: Maxi Fleischmann finished in top 10 over all, Marino Sato gained nice 6th position in the qualification - [Praga Kart on the Podium at IAME International Final](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-podium-iame-international-final/) - 21 October 2013, Lyon, France --- The grand international final of the series dedicated to IAME engines just closed at the Actua Circuit de Lyon in France. Praga Karts were great protagonists of the event, with 26 drivers out of 254 entries, and topped the final standings of the most competitive category, the X30 Shifter, - [Praga R1 turbo got it's first pole position in Assen](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1-turbo-pole-position-assen/) - Praga Racing Team came strong to final race of SuperCar Challenge season to Assen. Not only in numbers with 4 cars and 7 pilots, but also in confidence. Latest machinery from Slovakian team with forced induction engine was hopefully powerful enough to fight so far unbeatable Radical's SR8. At least on paper. But one do - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Third Day at the 6 Hours of Fuji](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-day-6-hours-fuji-2/) - #31 Kevin Weeda (USA) – James Rossiter (GBR)- Vitantonio Liuzzi (ITA) #32 Thomas Holzer (GER) – Dominik Kraihamer (AUT) – Jan Charouz (CZ) The race at the Mount Fuji was stopped due to the atrocious weather conditions. The race was started twice behind the safety car but has been suspended due to heavy rain. Lotus - [Jonathan Thonon Joins Praga Kart Racing!](https://pragaglobal.com/jonathan-thonon-joins-praga-kart-racing/) - The KZ driver will race with the factory team for the 2014 season 18 October 2013, Italy --- The Praga Kart Racing team is pleased to announce that World Champion driver Jonathan Thonon has joined its official lineup for the 2014 season. Thonon, who competes in the KZ category, will have his first races with - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Second Day at the 6 Hours of Fuji](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-day-6-hours-fuji/) - #31 Kevin Weeda (USA) – James Rossiter (GBR)- Vitantonio Liuzzi (ITA) #32 Thomas Holzer (GER) – Dominik Kraihamer (AUT) – Jan Charouz (CZ) Free Practice 3 #32 Position 7 (LMP2) Lap time 1:33,741 #31 Position 8 (LMP2) Lap time 1:33,764 Qualifying #31 Position 8 (LMP2) Average Lap time 1:34.080 #32 Position 9 (LMP2) Average - [Praga R1 has faster chassis than engine - proved by turborcharging](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-r1-faster-chassis-engine-proved-turborcharging/) - Proper driver's car defines a simple basic rule: chassis faster than engine. This simple principle defines car's complex behaviour in many different areas as handling, agility, directional stability under hard acceleration/braking and high speed stability. The faster the chassis, the better the car control. The trick is finding a balance for car, that does not - [Podium finish for Lotus Praga LMP2 at the 6 Hours of the Circuit of the Americas](https://pragaglobal.com/podium-finish-lotus-praga-lmp2-6-hours-circuit-americas/) - #31 Kevin Weeda (USA) – James Rossiter (GBR) – Vitantonio Liuzzi (ITA) #32 Thomas Holzer (DEU) – Dominik Kraihamer (AUT) – Jan Charouz (CZE) Lotus Praga LMP2 achieved its first podium at the 6 Hours of the Circuit of the Americas. Thomas Holzer, Dominik Kraihamer and Jan Charouz in Lotus Praga T128 LMP2 #32 finished - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Preview to the 6 Hours of Austin](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-preview-6-hours-austin/) - Lotus Praga LMP2 is heading to the United States of America for the fifth round of the FIA World Endurance Championship. The venue for the 6 Hours of Austin will be the brand new Circuit of the Americas (COTA). It is located at the gates of Austin in Texas and is the newest race track - [Orbis Avia SM-92T(E) Praga Alfa production facility was opened](https://pragaglobal.com/orbis-avia-sm-92te-praga-alfa-production-facility-was-opened/) - Praga announces the opening of the new SM-92T(E) Praga Alfa production facility located at the Hradec Králové International Airport, Czech Republic, on September 5th 2014. The establishment of SM-92(E) Praga Alfa production facility is the result of a significant investment of Praga that not includes only the new production hangar No. 74 in Hradec Králové, - [Lotus Praga LMP2 at the 6 Hours of Sao Paulo](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-at-the-6-hours-of-sao-paulo/) - #31 Kevin Weeda (USA) – Christophe Bouchut (FRA) #32 Thomas Holzer (DEU) – Dominik Kraihamer (AUT) – Jan Charouz (CZE) After a two-month break, Lotus Praga LMP2 was back in action at the fourth round of the FIA World Endurance Championship in Sao Paulo. The weekend started off very promising during both free practice sessions - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Preview to the 6 Hours of Sao Paulo](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-preview-to-the-6-hours-of-sao-paulo/) - Lotus Praga LMP2 is back in action at the fourth round of the FIA World Endurance Championship. After a two-month break, the team is heading to Brazil for the 6 Hours of Sao Paulo. The Autodromo José Carlos Pace in Interlagos is located between two large artificial lakes situated on the outskirts of Sao Paulo - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Inside: Christophe Bouchut](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-christophe-bouchut/) - In our column “Lotus Praga LMP2 Inside” we ask our race drivers about racing, race preparation, holidays and other personal subjects. Here are the answers of Christophe Bouchut. How was the race at Le Mans for you? Racing at Le Mans is very special and it is the biggest event on the calendar. Every time - [Race Report: Kartwerks USA at GLSS Championship](https://pragaglobal.com/race-report-kartwerks-usa-at-glss-championship/) - Robert Noaker Wins GLSS Finale in Yamaha Rookie, 12 August 2013, Wampum, PA Robert Noaker’s persistence paid off as he bested a stout field of Yamaha Rookie competitors in the season finale of the Great Lakes Sprint Series at Pittsburgh International Race Complex! After two days of running in the lead pack, Noaker entered the - [Race Report: IPK North America at ECKC Round 3](https://pragaglobal.com/race-report-ipk-north-america-at-eckc-round-3/) - 11 August 2013, Trois-Rivieres, Quebec --- IPK North America returned to action a week ago as the third Eastern Canadian Karting Championship event merged with the famed Monaco de Trois-Rivieres street race in kicking of GP3R race week. A Goodwood Kartways, Praga Racing Ontario and IPK Quebec merged squad of eighteen was on hand, representing - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Inside: Vitantonio Liuzzi](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-vitantonio-liuzzi/) - In our column “Lotus Praga LMP2 Inside” we ask our race drivers about racing, race preparation, holidays and other personal subjects. Here are the answers of Vitantonio Liuzzi. What did you do after Le Mans? Did you go on holidays? If yes, where did you go? I have a beach club in Pescara (Italy) and - [Patrik Hajek on the podium for Praga at DKM](https://pragaglobal.com/patrik-hajek-on-the-podium-for-praga-at-dkm/) - The factory team driver finished 3rd in the German Championship race 18 August 2013, Hahn, Germany --- At the last round of the Deutsche Kart Meisterschaft (German Championship) this weekend, the Praga Kart Racing team sent 2 drivers, Marino Sato and Patrik Hajek, to represent Praga and support their German teammates. The race was a - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Inside: Kevin Weeda](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-kevin-weeda/) - In our column “Lotus Praga LMP2 Inside” we ask our race drivers about racing, race preparation, holidays and other personal subjects. Here are the answers of Kevin Weeda. What did you do after Le Mans? Did you go on holidays? If yes, where did you go? I went to St Moritz to do some climbing - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Inside: James Rossiter](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-james-rossiter/) - In our column “Lotus Praga LMP2 Inside” we ask our race drivers about racing, race preparation, holidays and other personal subjects. Here are the answers of James Rossiter. How was the race at Le Mans for you? Unfortunately, I didn't get to drive in the race because we stopped before my stint. But it is - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Inside: Thomas Holzer](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-thomas-holzer/) - In our column “Lotus Praga LMP2 Inside” we ask our race drivers about racing, race preparation, holidays and other personal subjects. Here are the answers of Thomas Holzer. How was the race at Le Mans for you? Le Mans was a fantastic event once again. Unfortunately, it was tainted with sadness after a fatal accident - [A track test comparison proves power isn’t everything with a sports car](https://pragaglobal.com/a-track-test-comparison-proves-power-isnt-everything-with-a-sports-car/) - The German magazine Auto Bild recently held a testing of the new Praga R1 vs. the Audi R8 V10, and the results were, needless to say, impressive. The testing took place at the Slovakiaring track in Dunejska Streda, 40 km outside of Bratislava. The track, at 5922 meters long, is one of the longest and - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Inside: Jan Charouz](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-jan-charouz/) - In our column “Lotus Praga LMP2 Inside” we ask our race drivers about racing, race preparation, holidays and other personal subjects. Here are the answers of Jan Charouz. How was the race at Le Mans for you? The race was hard for me because we were struggling with the car and the setup. I think - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Inside: Dominik Kraihamer](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-dominik-kraihamer/) - In our column “Lotus Praga LMP2 Inside” we ask our race drivers about racing, race preparation, holidays and other personal subjects. Here are the answers of Dominik Kraihamer. How was the race at Le Mans for you? It was the most difficult week for me at Le Mans so far because of my crash during - [Gamma Racing Days](https://pragaglobal.com/gamma-racing-days/) - At Gamma Racing Days, part of the SuperCar Challenge Series, the Praga Racing team brought out another fantastic performance with its new Praga R1. Spectator turnout was incredible, with over 180,000 people coming out to watch the race, which took place on the TT Circuit Assen in Holland. The Praga R1 competed in the Superlights - [Praga-Sponsored Driver Matthew Di Leo at the Toronto Indycar Race](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-sponsored-driver-matthew-di-leo-at-the-toronto-indycar-race/) - The MDL Racing Driver Earns Valuable Experience in Hometown Race INNISFIL, ONT. (July 17, 2013) – Matthew Di Leo's first race on the streets of Toronto, Ont., on Saturday (July 13) did not end the way the local driver wanted, but Round Eight of the Firestone Indy Lights ultimately proved to be a successful affair. - [Griffin Kunz Scores First National Win on Praga](https://pragaglobal.com/griffin-kunz-scores-first-national-win-on-praga/) - The Praga Driver Takes Top Podium Position at USPKS 14 July 2013, Wisconsin, USA --- At the last round of the USPKS series, which took place at Badger Raceway in Wisconsin, Praga driver Griffin Kunz walked away with a first place finish in the Yamaha Rookie class. The win was not only a first for - [Alessandro Manetti wins again on Praga at Rotax Max Euro Challenge](https://pragaglobal.com/alessandro-manetti-wins-again-on-praga-at-rotax-max-euro-challenge/) - The DD2 Masters driver took 1st place at PFI Circuit with Josh Hart Racing 21 July 2013, PFI Circuit, England --- As in the last round of this year’s Rotax Max Euro Challenge, Alessandro Manetti (I) was again unbeatable at the PFI circuit close to Nottingham, England. In the DD2 Masters class on his Praga - [More Success for IPK North America at Round 2 of ECKC](https://pragaglobal.com/more-success-for-ipk-north-america-at-round-2-of-eckc/) - 8 July 2013, Canada --- For the second straight event, IPK North America had a very strong showing in Eastern Canadian Karting Championship competition as it once again sent seven different drivers to the podium, this time in six different classes and in both two-cycle and four-cycle categories. IPK was on the Goodwood Kartways podium - [Team News: Rasmus Lindh Fast in Praga Testing before WSK Race](https://pragaglobal.com/team-news-rasmus-lindh-fast-in-praga-testing-before-wsk-race/) - 8 July 2013, Pavia, Italy --- Rasmus Lindh from Sweden will start among the favourites next weekend for the final round of the WSK Masters Series, in which he is currently ranked third in points. With most of the competitors testing over the weekend, Rasmus was driving a Praga development kart, and unofficial timing indicates - [PRAGA IN TOP 10 OF CIK-FIA EUROPEAN WITH MANETTI](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-in-top-10-of-cik-fia-european-with-manetti/) - Praga Driver and Technical Manager Alessandro Manetti Fought Back to Capture 8th Place in KZ2 1 July 2013, Genk, Belgium --- At the Karting Genk Circuit this weekend, the second and final round of the CIK-FIA KZ European Championship took place, with the Praga Kart Racing team present with 2 KZ2 drivers, Alessandro Manetti and - [Race: CIK-FIA KZ European Championship Sunday Report](https://pragaglobal.com/race-cik-fia-kz-european-championship-sunday-report/) - 30 June 2013, Genk, Belgium --- On Sunday at the Karting Genk circuit, the Praga Kart Racing team was ready to push forward to the pre-final and final events in KZ2. In the pre-final, Manetti made excellent ground, picking up eleven positions from P21 to P10 in his group, and would start the final from - [Race: CIK-FIA KZ European Championship Saturday Report](https://pragaglobal.com/race-cik-fia-kz-european-championship-saturday-report/) - 29 June 2013, Genk, Belgium --- Saturday on the circuit in Genk saw the drivers from the Praga Kart Racing team compete in the numerous heats taking place for the KZ2 category. In the morning, conditions on the track were rainy and wet, making for some difficult and interesting driving. In the morning heats, Maxa - [Race: CIK-FIA KZ European Championship Friday Report](https://pragaglobal.com/race-cik-fia-kz-european-championship-friday-report/) - 28 June 2013, Genk, Belgium --- Friday at the track was the first day of heats at the CIK-FIA KZ European Championship in Genk, Belgium. The Praga Kart Racing team had two drivers on the track, Radim Maxa and Alessandro Manetti, both competing in the KZ2 category. After qualifying practice in the morning, the heats - [Race Preview: CIK-FIA European KZ Championship](https://pragaglobal.com/race-preview-cik-fia-european-kz-championship/) - 27 June 2013, Genk, Belgium --- The second and final round of the CIK-FIA European KZ Championship will be contested this weekend at the circuit in Genk, Belgium. The Praga Kart Racing team has two drivers in its lineup in the KZ2 category: Alessandro Manetti and Radim Maxa. KZ driver Patrik Hajek, who competed in - [MDL Racing and Praga Form Partnership](https://pragaglobal.com/mdl-racing-and-praga-form-partnership/) - Indy Lights owner/driver Di Leo and Czech motorsport brand joining forces to promote the talented young racer and motorsports vehicles INNISFIL, ONT. (June 20, 2013) – MDL Racing owner/driver Matthew Di Leo and Czech motorsports brand Praga are excited to announce a new partnership promoting the Firestone Indy Lights rookie up-and-comer and Praga’s motorsport vehicles - [Praga at 24H Le Mans: Race Day](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-at-24h-le-mans-race-day/) - 23 June, 2013, Le Mans, France --- Lotus Praga LMP2 was at the start of the 90th anniversary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Christophe Bouchut was the start driver for car #31 and made up some position in the first laps. Thomas Holzer was at the wheel of #32 for the start and - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Third Day at the 24 Hours of Le Mans](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-day-24-hours-le-mans/) - #31 Kevin Weeda (USA) – James Rossiter (GBR) – Christophe Bouchut (FRA) #32 Thomas Holzer (DEU) – Dominik Kraihamer (AUT) – Jan Charouz (CZE) Race #31 retired #32 retired Lotus Praga LMP2 was at the start of the 90th anniversary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Christophe Bouchut was the start driver for - [Praga at 24H Le Mans: Thursday & Friday](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-at-24h-le-mans-thursday-friday/) - 20 June 2013, Le Mans, France --- In the two days before the final event, the action was already underway on the Sarthe circuit. On Thursday afternoon, the drivers met with fans and signed cards at an autograph session held inside the Lotus stand at the village. In the evening, the Praga Lotus team had - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Second Day at the 24 Hours of Le Mans](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-day-24-hours-le-mans-2/) - #31 Kevin Weeda (USA) – James Rossiter (GBR) – Christophe Bouchut (FRA) #32 Thomas Holzer (GER) – Dominik Kraihamer (AUT) – Jan Charouz (CZE) Qualifying 2 #32 Position 9 (LMP2) Lap time 4:12.327 #31 no time Qualifying 3 #32 Position 15 (LMP2) Lap time 3:46.490 #31 Position 16 (LMP2) - [Praga at 24H Le Mans: Wednesday](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-at-24h-le-mans-wednesday/) - 19 June 2013, Le Mans, France --- Wednesday on the Sarthe Circuit saw the Lotus Praga team preparing for the first round of qualifying practice, which took place between hours 22:00 and 24:00. The team didn't make it out for the day's free practice, so this was the first time back in the car since - [Praga at 24H Le Mans: Tuesday](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-at-24h-le-mans-tuesday/) - 18 June 2013, Le Mans, France --- As the week gets underway in Le Mans, the Praga Lotus team is gearing up for what's sure to be an exciting weekend. On Sunday, the teams proceeded through scrutineering checks, which took place at Place de la Republique in the centre of Le Mans. Thousands of fans - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Preview to the 24 Hours of Le Mans](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-preview-24-hours-le-mans/) - Lotus Praga LMP2 is looking forward to the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The endurance classic at the Sarthe celebrates its 90th birthday this year and Lotus is proud to be part of this special event. The new Lotus Praga T128 LMP2 did its first laps on the 13,629 kilometer long Circuit des 24 Heures - [Lotus Praga Team gears up for 24H Le Mans](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-team-gears-up-for-24h-le-mans/) - 16 June 2013 --- In anticipation of the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans race, the Lotus Praga LMP2 team has officially announced its driver line-up for the event. While Lotus made its debut in the race last year, this year marks the first participation of Praga with this new collaboration. The Czech team is - [RASMUS LINDH MOVES TO OFFICIAL PRAGA RACING TEAM](https://pragaglobal.com/rasmus-lindh-moves-to-official-praga-racing-team/) - 12 June 2013 --- Swedish karting phenomenon Rasmus Lindh (11) will be driving the rest of the season with direct assistance from the Praga works team. After his last lap victory at Sarno in April, he currently lies 3rd in the WSK Masters Championship. Rasmus will hence have two karts at his disposal at all - [Outstanding Performance for Praga at ECKC Opener](https://pragaglobal.com/outstanding-performance-for-praga-at-eckc-opener/) - Plenty of Podiums and Wins for IPK North America at Mosport 11 June 2013, Mosport, Ontario, Canada --- IPK North America had a very strong showing at the Eastern Canadian Karting Championship a week ago, with a combined squad of seven different drivers from five different classes on the podium steps at Mosport International Karting. - [Praga Kart Racing in Top 10 at Rotax Euro Challenge](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-racing-in-top-10-at-rotax-euro-challenge/) - 26 May 2013, Castelletto, Italy --- The second round of the Rotax Max Euro Challenge, held on the 7 Laghi circuit in Castelletto, saw two drivers from the Praga Kart Racing factory team in the top 10 of the finals. Pole Karol Dabski finished the Rotax Senior category in 10th place, while Japanese driver Marino - [IPK North America Preps for ECKC Opener at Mosport](https://pragaglobal.com/ipk-north-america-preps-for-eckc-opener-at-mosport/) - 28 May 2013, Ontario, Canada --- Goodwood Kartways/IPK North America is set to begin its main summer schedule this weekend as a team thirty strong heads to Mosport International Karting. The circuit inside Canadian Tire Motorsport Park will host the Eastern Canadian Karting Championship season opener and as it does, Praga and OK1 karts will - [Alessandro Manetti wins on Praga at Rotax Max Euro in Castelletto](https://pragaglobal.com/alessandro-manetti-wins-on-praga-at-rotax-max-euro-in-castelletto/) - 26 May 2013, Castelletto, Italy --- With his impressive performance Alessandro MANETTI – competing for JOSH HART RACING - was not to beat at the 2nd round of the Rotax Max Euro DD2 Masters in Castelletto last weekend. He won the final even with the fastest lap in DD2 over all on his PRAGA-kart. His - [PRAGA In Top 10 at CIK-FIA European](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-in-the-top-10-at-the-cik-fia-kz-europeans-in-germany/) - THE FIRST OF TWO ROUNDS OF THE CIK-FIA EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP FOR SHIFTER KARTS RACED ON THE WACKERSDORF CIRCUIT IN GERMANY. 21 May 2013, Wackersdorf, Germany --- The first round of the 2013 CIK-FIA European Championship for the shifter karts of the KZ and the KZ2 took place on the ProKart Raceland circuit in Wackersdorf, Germany. - [Lotus Praga LMP2 Driver Line-Up for Le Mans](https://pragaglobal.com/lotus-praga-lmp2-driver-lineup-le-mans/) - Lotus Praga LMP2 is pleased to announce its driver line-up for the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The legendary race at the Sarthe will celebrate its 90th anniversary this year and is the highlight on the 2013 FIA World Endurance Championship calendar. After its first participation last year, Lotus is fielding two of the new - [Lotus/Praga at the WEC 6H of Spa](https://pragaglobal.com/lotuspraga-at-thewec-6h-of-spa/) - 6 May 2013, Spa Belgium -- The Lotus/Praga LMP2 team finished the 6 Hours of Spa with two cars at its second race with the new Lotus Praga T128 LMP2. Thomas Holzer, Dominik Kraihamer and Jan Charouz in car #32 ended up in seventh position in LMP2 class. Kevin Weeda, Vitantonio Liuzzi and James Rossiter - [WIN AND PODIUM FOR PRAGA IN KZ2 AT THE WSK MASTER SERIES](https://pragaglobal.com/win-and-podium-for-praga-in-kz2-at-the-wsk-master-series/) - THE 2013 WSK MASTER SERIES REACHED THE 3RD AND PENULTIMATE ROUND AT THE FVG INTERNATIONAL CIRCUIT IN PRECENICCO, ITALY. PRAGA KART RACING WINS FINAL 1 AND IS ON THE PODIUM (2nd) IN FINAL 2 IN THE KZ2 6 May 2013 --- The penultimate round of the 2013 WSK Master Series was held in Precenicco (Udine), - [Praga North America Takes its First Victory at 2013 Florida Winter Tour](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-north-america-takes-its-first-victory-at-2013-florida-winter-tour/) - Alessandro Manetti (DD2 Masters) finishes 1st in Saturday’s final, Marco Di Leo (DD2) is 2nd overall in the Championship and wins his ticket to the Grand Finals 2 April 2013, Ocala, Florida --- The final round of the 2013 Florida Winter Tour International Rotax Max Challenge took place on 23-24 March 2013 at the Ocala - [Praga Partners with Lotus for World Endurance Championship](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-partners-with-lotus-for-world-endurance-championship/) - Praga has confirmed that they will join with Lotus for the 2013 FIA World Endurance Championship. They will enter the series with two Lotus/Praga T128 LMP2 powered by Praga engines and three drivers with Formula 1 experience were already confirmed: Vitantonio Liuzzi, James Rossiter, and Jan Charouz, along with Kevin Weeda, Dominik Kraihamer, and Thomas - [More Podiums for Praga at 2nd Round of FWT](https://pragaglobal.com/more-podiums-for-praga-at-2nd-round-of-fwt/) - Manetti proved an inspiration for many Praga drivers in Florida 24 February 2013, Homestead, Florida, USA --- The second round of the Florida Winter Tour International Rotax Max Challenge is now complete and in a repeat of round one, Goodwood Kartways - IPK North America had impressive runs from both its veteran drivers and those - [LASCOM MOTORSPORT ADDS PRAGA & OK1](https://pragaglobal.com/lascom-motorsport-adds-praga-ok1/) - Exclusive Agreement reached with Lascom Motorsport NZ From kartsport.org.nz --- The 2013 YOGG Rotax Max Challenge kicks off this weekend at the Manawatu Toyota Raceway and features the annual highlight event, the Trans-Tasman Challenge. This year 6 Australian karters will compete against the Kiwis and the anticipation is high for excellent results from the high-calibre - [Photos: 2013 WSK Master Series Round 1](https://pragaglobal.com/photos-2013-wsk-master-series-round-1/) - WSK Master Series Round 1 | 2-3 February 2013, a set on Flickr. The Praga Kart Racing team at their first race of the season, Round 1 of the WSK Master Series. The team took home its first podium of the year, with KZ driver Patrik Hajek finishing 3rd in Final 2 on Sunday. - [Praga Kart Racing Takes First Podium This Season](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-racing-takes-first-podium-this-season/) - KZ Driver Patrik Hajek Finished 3rd at 1st Round of WSK Master Series 5 February 2013, Muro Leccese, Italy --- The 2013 WSK Master Series inaugurated a great new karting season with the opening round at the La Conca Circuit. Praga Kart Racing stepped onto the track with 3 drivers in KZ2 and one driver - [Praga & OK1 Leading the Way At Pro Tour](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-ok1-leading-the-way-at-pro-tour/) - From Kartsportnews.com --- IPKARTING, the new home of Praga and OK1 karts, debuted their 2013 Rotax Race Team at the Go Kart Club of Victoria’s Todd Road track for the Rotax Pro Tour. The team at IPKARTING have been using the summer break to test and develop the products to ensure that the OK1 and - [IPK North America FWT Palm Beach Report](https://pragaglobal.com/ipk-north-america-fwt-palm-beach-report/) - The 2013 season is officially underway for IPK North America after the Florida Winter Tour International Rotax Max Challenge began a week ago at Palm Beach International Raceway. With drivers competing in five Rotax classes, a young IPK North America squad was quick from the first test sessions of the week and gained valuable experience - [M-Tec Praga Racing auf der IKA in Offenbach am 19. und 20. Januar 2013](https://pragaglobal.com/m-tec-praga-racing-auf-der-ika-in-offenbach-am-19-und-20-januar-2013/) - Wie auch in den vergangenen Jahren wird der Generalimporteur für Praga und OK1 wie gewohnt mit seinem Messeteam in Halle 2 Stand E-03 vertreten sein. Das M-Tec Praga Racing Team wird interessierten Kunden für Fragen rund ums Team, den verschiedenen Praga- und OK1-Chassis, dem neuen Praga R1 und zu den Rennserien Rotax Max Challenge, und - [Josh Hart Racing The New Team in Rotax Challenge](https://pragaglobal.com/josh-hart-racing-the-new-team-in-rotax-challenge/) - From Kartsportnews.com --- After his great career with ending as runner-up champion in the 2010 Grand Finals in La Conca, New Zealander Josh Hart now works on positioning his own karting team in the Rotax Max Challenge. Josh raced Rotax kart for more than 18 years and swopped already in 2011 from behind the steering - [The Praga R1](https://pragaglobal.com/the-praga-r1/) - As a race car, the single-seater achieves a perfect balance between its attractive design and aerodynamic efficiency. With a bodywork comprised of a single shell monocoque primarily constructed of carbon fiber and kevlar, it weighs in at only 590 kg dry. The adjustable front and rear wings allow for strong downforce, while the under tray - [ROTAX Micro Max Festival Puts Young Drivers on Praga](https://pragaglobal.com/rotax-micro-max-festival-puts-young-drivers-on-praga/) - Praga and Korridas host the ROTAX Micro Max Festival as part of the 2012 Grand Finals 1 December 2012, Portimao, Portugal --- Korridas, Praga’s official importer for Portugal and Spain, hosted The ROTAX Micro Max Festival, which took place at the Kartodromo International do Algarve in Portimao, Portugal. The race was organized together with the - [Video: SKUSA Supernationals](https://pragaglobal.com/video-skusa-supernationals-2/) - [Photos: SKUSA Supernationals](https://pragaglobal.com/photos-skusa-supernationals/) - 2012 SKUSA Supernationals | 16-18 November 2012, a set on Flickr. The Praga Kart Racing team joins Praga drivers from USA and Canada for the SKUSA Supernationals in Las Vegas. - [Multiple Podiums for Praga at 2012 Supernationals](https://pragaglobal.com/multiple-podiums-for-praga-at-supernationals-in-las-vegas/) - 18 November 2012, Las Vegas, USA --- Praga was in celebration mode at the 16th edition of SKUSA Supernationals, the grand end-of-season event that holds a karting battle on the special circuit set up outside the Rio Hotel & Casino. In addition to the Praga drivers from North America, the Praga Kart Racing team was - [Video: IAME International Final](https://pragaglobal.com/video-iame-international-final/) - [Photos: IAME International Final](https://pragaglobal.com/iame-international-final-in-photos/) - IAME International Final | 19-21 October 2012, a set on Flickr. Praga at the IAME International Final in Lyon, France. - [Video: WSK Final Cup](https://pragaglobal.com/wsk-final-cup-6-7-october-2012-video/) - [Photos: WSK Final Cup](https://pragaglobal.com/wsk-final-cup-6-7-october-2012/) - WSK Final Cup | 6-7 October 2012, a set on Flickr. - [Cornered: Jay Howard of Praga USA and Team MDD](https://pragaglobal.com/cornered-jay-howard-of-praga-usa-and-team-mdd/) - Jay Howard discusses his new venture and plans for the future Give us the lowdown on Praga USA. Who's involved and what made you decide to become a distributer of the Praga Kart brand? When I originally started Team MDD, I decided to take a brand that was well known and use that as a - [M-Tec Praga Racing auch bei der Weiß-Blau Trophy siegreich](https://pragaglobal.com/m-tec-praga-racing-auch-bei-der-weis-blau-trophy-siegreich/) - Schon als Vorbereitung auf die kommende Saison und das bevorstehende Weltfinale der Rotax, bestritt das M-Tec Praga Racing Team am vergangenen Wochenende den Gaststart mit fünf Fahrern aus den eigenen Reihen und zwei Fahrern vom Timo Scheider Team äußerst erfolgreich. Bei den Rotax DD2 Piloten trat einmal mehr der Serien-Sieger und Favorit Simon Wagner(A) an - [Praga had Strong Protagonists at WSK Final Cup](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-had-strong-protagonists-at-wsk-final-cup/) - 7 October 2012, Castelletto di Branduzzo, Italy --- The 2012 WSK Final Cup ran at the 7 Laghi Circuit, and Praga Kart stepped on track with 5 drivers in KZ2 and one in the 60 Mini. The Praga chassis proved itself all weekend, as Lammers and Hajek were consistently up front, but a penalty for - [“Moving Forward” with IPKarting](https://pragaglobal.com/moving-forward-with-ipkarting/) - 2 October 2012, Verona, Italy --- IPKarting S.r.l., the manufacturer of Praga karts, held its first ever conference event for dealers this week, at the Hotel Parchi del Garda in Verona, Italy. The event marked several important announcements for the company, including the introduction of the new “re-branded” line of orange karts, called OK1. Praga - [Photos: IPK Conference Event](https://pragaglobal.com/ipk-conference-event-2-october-2012/) - IPK Conference Event | 2 October 2012, a set on Flickr. Photos from the IPKarting "Moving Forward" event held in Verona, Italy on 2 October 2012. - [Praga USA Set to Launch in the United States](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-usa-set-to-launch-in-the-united-states/) - 28 September 2012 -- Praga USA, a new company in the North American karting community, launched at the Rotax Pan American Championships this past weekend as Jay Howard has taken on the United States distribution rights for the Praga product line. Located in Indianapolis, Indiana, Praga USA will house a national level race team, offer - [Autism Can’t Slow this Praga Driver Down](https://pragaglobal.com/autism-cant-slow-this-praga-driver-down/) - 4 October 2012 --- Austin races in the Roto Mini Max category of the Eastern Canadian Karting Championship. At age 13, he shows signs of real talent for the sport. Talk to him, and his love for it is palpable. Talk to other drivers, other parents, and his abilities behind the wheel are well-known and - [Video: CIK-FIA KZ1-KZ2 World Cup](https://pragaglobal.com/video-cik-fia-kz1-kz2-world-cup/) - [Photos: CIK-FIA KZ1-KZ2 World Cup](https://pragaglobal.com/photos-cik-fia-kz1-kz2-world-cup/) - CIK-FIA World Cup | 1-2 September 2012, a set on Flickr. Praga Kart Racing team at the CIK-FIA KZ1-KZ2 World Cup - [Praga Kart Wins the World Cup in KZ1](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-wins-the-world-cup-in-kz1-2/) - Triumph of Praga Kart Colours with Bas Lammers’ Victory in KZ1 at the CIK-FIA World Cup in KZ1 and KZ2 on the Napoli Circuit in Italy 4 September 2012, Sarno, Italy --- A great finish this year for Praga, Bas Lammers wins the 2012 World Cup in KZ1, for the second time in his career, - [Three Drivers in the Top 10 of the WSK Euro Series](https://pragaglobal.com/three-drivers-in-the-top-10-of-the-wsk-euro-series/) - THE FOURTH AND LAST ROUND OF THE WSK EURO SERIES RACED ON THE ZUERA CIRCUIT, SPAIN. PRAGA KART A STEP FROM THE PODIUM IN KZ1. AND IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP’S TOP 10 WITH 3 DRIVERS IN THE SHIFTER CLASSES 6 August 2012, Zuera, Spain --- It was a great weekend for Patrik Hajek and his Praga - [Praga at 3rd Round of WSK Euro Series](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-at-3rd-round-of-wsk-euro-series/) - AN ON TRACK VICTORY AND GOOD PLACEMENTS FOR PRAGA KART 24 June 2012, Muro Leccese, Italy --- The Praga Racing team had a memorable yet unfortunate weekend at the 3rd round of the WSK Euro Series this weekend at the La Conca circuit. Bas Lammers, who demonstrated an astounding performance all weekend, finished 1st in - [Praga a Step from the Podium at European Championship](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-a-step-from-the-podium/) - KZ1 DRIVER LAMMERS TAKES 4TH IN THE CIK-FIA EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP 10 June 2012, Wackersdorf, Germany --- The CIK-FIA European Championship took place this weekend with rainy and dry conditions often affecting the races: Bas Lammers and his Praga Kart proved to be highly competitive in both situations, closing a step from the podium in the - [Praga Keeps the Momentum Going in Wackersdorf](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-keeps-the-momentum-going-in-wackersdorf/) - Patrik Hajek Takes 2nd place in KZ2, and Praga had 3 drivers finish in top 10 Hajek (2nd) and Lammers (4th) at the podium. 27 May 2012, Wackersdorf, Germany --- The Praga Factory team had 5 drivers compete in the 2nd race of the DKM Championship in Wackersdorf, Germany. Not normally on the schedule, - [Great Podium for Praga at WSK Euro Series](https://pragaglobal.com/great-podium-for-praga-at-the-wsk-euro-series/) - AT THE 2ND ROUND OF THE WSK EURO SERIES PRAGA KART TOOK 3rd PLACE IN FINAL 2 OF KZ1, AND IS IN THE GAME FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP 8 May 2012, Val D'Argenton, France --- The KZ1 of the WSK Euro Series features the world’s best drivers and karts: Patrik Hajek and his Praga Kart, thanks - [3rd Place for Praga Cars at Dutch Supercar Challenge](https://pragaglobal.com/3rd-place-for-praga-cars-at-dutch-supercar-challenge/) - Excellent start into the new season with Zolder podium finish for PRAGA 23 April 2012, Zolder, Belgium – The 2012 season got off to a good start for the PRAGA sports car team with a podium finish in the Supercar Challenge at the circuit of Zolder in Belgium. On the support package of the FIA - [Two Podiums for Praga at WSK Euro Series](https://pragaglobal.com/two-podiums-for-praga-at-the-wsk-euro-series/) - The team takes to the podium twice after an incredible weekend in Sarno 15 April 2012, Sarno, Italy --- Praga Karts is off to an amazing start in the WSK Euro Series, as their performance in the first race of the series would indicate. Taking place at the Circuito Internazionale Napoli in Sarno, Italy, Praga - [Praga Kart Makes a Good Showing at Round 3 of WSK Master Series](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-kart-makes-a-good-showing-at-round-3-of-wsk-master-series/) - 1 April 2012, Castelletto di Branduzzo, Italy --- Praga Kart was present at the final round of the WSK Master Series in Castelletto, Italy, with 5 drivers between KZ1, KZ2 and KF2. The Praga drivers made great times and positions in the qualifyings, but a few setbacks kept them from reaching the podium. Kart drivers - [Podium for Praga Kart at the WSK Master Series](https://pragaglobal.com/podium-for-praga-kart-at-the-wsk-master-series/) - Second Round Brings a 3rd Place Finish for Praga Driver Lammers 18 March 2012, Sarno, Italy ---It was a great weekend for Praga karting at the second round of the WSK Master Series on the Circuito Internazionale Napoli, in Sarno (Italy). Praga Kart was present with 2 drivers in KZ1, and 2 drivers in KF2 - [Praga Brings New Generation of Drivers](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-brings-a-new-generation-of-race-drivers/) - At 5 they were driving karts and now at 16 they are beating the pros in supersport racing. They are the racing talents of Europe and they train in Slovakia! High octane childhood While other kids stay at home and play football or chat on Facebook, they are behind the wheel on the racetracks. 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[flickr album=72157629437614485 num=10 size=Square] - [Praga Kart’s Presence Well-Received at Various Motorsport Exhibitions](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-karts-presence-well-received-at-various-motorsport-exhibitions/) - The Karting and Racing Brand had Stands at the Kart & Race Expo, Autosport International, and IKA Kart2000 The Praga Karting and Racing Stand at AIS 2012 15 January 2012 ---Praga Karting has been hard at work preparing for a successful 2012 season, as indicated by its presence at various motorsport exhibitions across Europe in - [Rollcentre forms alliance with Praga Racing Cars of Slovakia](https://pragaglobal.com/rollcentre-forms-alliance-with-praga-racing-cars-of-slovakia/) - The UK Company will be representing Praga through newly-formed Praga Racing UK 16 January 2012, Cambridgeshire, England --- Following the Autosport International 2011 Show, Rollcentre are delighted to announce a new alliance with Praga Cars. Rollcentre will be representing Praga with the formation of a new company Praga Racing UK. The company will be based - [Strong Debut for Praga Karting in North America](https://pragaglobal.com/strong-debut-for-praga-karting-in-north-america/) - Daniel Morad scored double podium for Praga Kart. Daniel Morad Takes Top Podium Place in Praga Kart 15 January 2012, Palm Beach, Florida --- Praga Karting has hit the ground running at the start of the 2012 kart racing season in the United States, as Praga and Intrepid North America scored a pair of wins - [Praga Karting on the Podium at Red Bull Kart Fight](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-karting-on-the-podium-at-red-bull-kart-fight/) - UK Karting Driver Ben Cooper takes 2nd place in Karter’s Division, 3rd place in All-Star Division 2 December 2011, Orlando, Florida --- Praga karting finished their debut season in karting strong, when Ben Cooper pulled out the stops at the Red Bull Kart Fight race, finishing 2nd in the Karter’s Division, and then 3rd in - [Two Karting Champions for Praga Karts at Red Bull Kart Fight](https://pragaglobal.com/two-karting-champions-for-praga-karts-at-red-bull-kart-fight/) - 1 December 2011, Orlando, Florida --- Praga racing karts will see not one, but two karting champions defend the blue colors at the Red Bull Kart Fight, Powered by Rotax today in Orlando, Florida. Dutchman Bas Lammers, who was already confirmed for the karting race, will be joined by UK's Ben Cooper, who will also - [Praga Karting at SKUSA SuperNationals: Report](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-karting-at-skusa-supernationals-report/) - Praga karting has their first US karting race experience 21 November 2011, Las Vegas, USA --- It was a long week for the Praga Kart Racing Team, who traveled to Las Vegas, USA to compete in their first ever US karting race, SKUSA SuperNationals. The team faced some setbacks, but still pushed through to make - [Praga Karting Joins with Orion Racing Team](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-karting-joins-with-orion-racing-team/) - Top Czech karting teams join forces 7 November 2011, Prague, Czech Republic --- It was announced at a press conference on Friday, 4 November, that the Czech karting team Orion Racing will now race under the Czech karting brand Praga. Orion’s drivers will join forces with Praga’s current Czech karting team, Praga-Sumako, along with Dutchman - [Praga Karting sees Lammers Victorious in First Race](https://pragaglobal.com/lammers-victorious-in-first-race-with-praga/) - Karting champion finds success with Praga Kart 30 October 2011, Ortona, Italy --- It was an exciting weekend for karting champion Bas Lammers, who in his first race driving for Praga Karting, finished 1st in the KZ1 class at the WSK Final Cup. Lammers recently switched from the Intrepid chassis to Praga chassis, and this - [Bas Lammers Tests New Praga Chassis ahead of WSK Final Cup](https://pragaglobal.com/bas-lammers-tests-new-praga-chassis-ahead-of-wsk-final-cup/) - The Dutch karting driver has excellent test run with new Praga Kart 23 October 2011, Ortona, Italy--- Dutch driver Bas Lammers spent the past weekend testing his new Praga chassis on the Ortona track in Abruzzo, Italy. The tests come ahead of next weekend’s WSK Final Cup, which will take place at the same track, - [Praga’s Vision for the Future](https://pragaglobal.com/pragas-vision-for-the-future/) - 3 October 2011, Dunajska Streda, Slovakia--- Praga has definitely had a very successful first year. On the motorsport scene, it has managed to accomplish more than it could have ever imagined it would at the start of the season. By the end, it still has one very important task and that is the certification of - [The Praga Dragon and Tacho Chassis](https://pragaglobal.com/feature-3/) - Find your winning instinct and feed your need for speed. Learn more about the chassis that won the CIK-FIA 2012 KZ1 World Cup. - [In the Lead of the World Cup for KZ1 Before Retiring](https://pragaglobal.com/in-the-lead-of-the-world-cup-for-kz1-before-retiring/) - 7 September 2011, Genk, Belgium --- On her first participation in the Karting World Cup for KZ1, Beitske Visser impressed observers more than ever by taking the lead of the final in Genk. A victory? A podium? In any case, the Dutch karter was determined to achieve a brilliant result, before becoming the victim of - [Praga Press Conference 2011](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-press-conference-2011/) - 29 March 2011, Automobile Club, Prague, Czech Republic--- Praga announced its return to the world of Motorsport through a partnership with Intrepid Kart Technology during a press conference at the Automobile Club in Prague, Czech Republic, on 29 March 2011. The official announcement, which was made in January of this year, during the 2011 Kart - [Praga Karting Driver Patrik Hajek](https://pragaglobal.com/slideshow-photo-3/) - [Praga Factory Team | Praga Kart](https://pragaglobal.com/slideshow-photo-2/) - [Praga Drivers on the Podium in Sosnová](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-drivers-on-the-podium-in-sosnova/) - 25 April 2011, Sosnová, Czech Republic --- Last weekend proved to be a great success for Praga drivers Adam Janouš and Lukáš Vrečka, who finished 2nd and 3rd respectively in the KZ category at the MČR (Czech Championship) race in Sosnová, Czech Republic. Janouš, driver for the Praga Sumako Team, and Vrečka, driver for RF - [Praga Returns to Motorsport, Partners with Intrepid Kart Technology](https://pragaglobal.com/praga-returns-to-motorsport-partnering-with-intrepid-kart-technology/) - 29 March 2011, Automobile Club, Prague, Czech Republic--- Praga announced its return to the world of Motorsport through a partnership with Intrepid Kart Technology during a press conference at the Automobile Club in Prague, Czech Republic, on 29 March 2011. The official announcement, which was made in January of this year, during the 2011 Kart - [Praga Kart Driver | Daniel Morad](https://pragaglobal.com/photos/) - [Tough Race for Visser at Sarno](https://pragaglobal.com/tough-race-for-visser-at-sarno/) - 16 March 2011, Sarno, Italy --- Sarno is not the circuit where Beitske achieves her best results. And unfortunately the first meeting of the WSK Euro Series 2011 confirmed this trend. 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