Vice-President Van De Grint confident about the future of karting

On the occasion of a formal discussion during the CIK-FIA prize giving ceremony in Paris, Vice-President Kees Van De Grint revealed that things are going to evolve in the right direction and that he was reasonably optimistic about the future of karting.

“First of all, the choice of Luca De Donno as promoter of the CIK-FIA European and World Championships is good news. CIK will be able to focus on its main role: drawing up rules and improving the situation of karting in general. On this issue, we have an agreement with the major engine manufacturers concerning a new engine concept. ASN had hoped for the homologation of a simple type of engine suiting all drivers and not exceeding 1500 €. Currently the project amounts to around 2000 €. A good solution requires some compromise. A more detailed proposal will soon be submitted to the ASN representatives.

As concerns races, European championships are becoming increasingly important in future, while we are going to reinforce the different National Championships that need support, all in the framework of those categories that are appealing both for amateurs and high-level drivers.

As for CIK office , we are in the process of restructuring the organization so that everyone is heading in the same direction. It has been a difficult step to take, but a fundamental one for the future. I have two or three more goals to achieve in order for my mission to be accomplished, after that, I’ll be able to dedicate myself to my passion for historic karts! »

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