FAQs

Prodigy Motorsports

Prodigy Motorsports is a Leading East Coast u.s. Dealer of the Bestkart racing Chassis & amv components

Where is Prodigy Motorsports located and what tracks/series does the team follow?
We’re based in Monroe, NC, a suburb of Charlotte. This is an outstanding location for karting with Trackhouse Motorplex in Mooresville, NC, and Carolina Motorsports Park in Kershaw, SC, both located within ~1 hour of our shop.

There are also several Southeast and East Coast regional series events we attend. These include Cup Karts North America for Briggs 206 karts and the Stars Championship Series for 2-cycle karts.

What speeds to the karts reach?

This is tough to answer as it really depends on the engine package, kart setup, track configuration, and driver skill level. The karts are capable of 100+mph top speeds, but most track configurations tend to see top speeds around 65-75 mph. Prodigy Motorsports fields 2-cycle (IAME KA-100 and Swift engines) and 4-cycle (Briggs 206 engines) karts, and 2-cycle karts are capable of faster speeds than 4-cycle karts.

What are age and size requirements to drive/race the go-karts?

The driver must be at least 5 years old. From that age, there are class levels for all ages of drivers including Masters, usually for drivers age 35 and up, and even a Legends division for drivers age 50 and up.

What do I need to bring to the track to practice or race one of your go-karts?
On a day you plan to practice or race one of our Prodigy Motorsports go-karts, you will need to wear closed-toe shoes and full-length pants like jeans or you may bring your own safety gear (i.e., helmet, gloves, jacket/suit), if you have it. We are only able to supply limited sizes of gloves, suits, rib protectors, neck braces, etc. You may want to bring a chair, some food, and hydrating drinks though we will have some with us, and the tracks often offer some sort of snack and drink options.
Do I need to buy insurance?
You will need to sign a waiver at the track. Prodigy Motorsports also requires a waiver. You may wish to purchase additional insurance.
What if it rains on the day I'm scheduled to practice or race in one of your go-karts?
For safety reasons, we do not offer arrive-and-drive practice sessions or racing in the rain, so we will need to reschedule or refund your payment. Refunds are only issued due to inclement weather.
Are your karts available for sale?

Yes, Prodigy Motorsport is a Bestkart chassis and components importer with a growing dealer network. Depending on the time of season, we have new and lightly used karts for sale. We are also happy to assist you with purchasing gear and other accessories.

How much does karting cost?

Karting is a very affordable racing option; however, the cost can vary quite a bit depending on the specific kart model(s), the number of go-karts you wish to race, the engine packages (2-cycle or 4-cycle) which require different levels of associated maintenance costs, the amount of race travel you wish to do, etc. Prodigy Motorsports is happy to put together a custom racing package to meet your needs.