KartStars Canada presents a variety of racing options, as there are one-day classes, two-day classes and tire options as well. Mini Rok, VLR Junior, VLR Senior and VLR Masters are two-day classes with on-track competition scheduled throughout the event. Briggs Cadet, Briggs Junior Lite, Briggs Junior, Briggs Senior and Briggs Masters are one-day classes with on-track competition scheduled all in one day.
Typical Race Format
Single-Day Class Format:
- Timed Practice
- Qualifying
- Heat 1
- Heat 2
- Pre-Final
- Final
Two-Day Class Format:
Day 1
- Time Practice
- Qualifying
- Heat 1
- Heat 2
Day 2
- Timed Practice
- Pre-Final
- Final
For all classes: Qualifying will determine the starting order for Heat 1 and Heat 2. Cumulative results from Qualifying, Heat 1 and Heat 2 will determine starting order for the Pre-Final. The finishing order from the Pre-Final will determine the starting order for the final. The results from the Final will determine overall finishing positions and podium winners.
Championship Classes
Single-Day Classes:
- Briggs Cadet
- Briggs Junior Lite
- Briggs Junior
- Briggs Senior
- Briggs Masters
- Mini Rok
Two-Day Classes:
- Mini Rok
- VLR Junior
- VLR Senior
- VLR Masters
*KartStars Cadet, KartStars Junior and KartStars Senior are Special ‘Promotional’ classes added to select KartStars Events.
KartStars Cadet will follow the same rules as Briggs Cadet with the following exceptions:
– Class Eligibility: Open to drivers who have registered in Briggs Cadet
– Class weight: 220lbs. Slide: Red
– Entry Fee to this class is heavily discounted
KartStars Junior will follow the same rules as Briggs Junior with the following exceptions:
– Class Eligibility: Open to drivers who have registered in either Briggs Junior or Briggs JR Lite
– Class weight: 285lbs. Slide: Gold
– Entry Fee to this class is heavily discounted
KartStars Senior will follow the same rules as Briggs Senior with the following exceptions:
– Class Eligibility: Open to drivers who have registered in either Briggs Senior or Briggs Masters
– Class weight: 360lbs. Slide: Black
– Entry Fee to this class is is heavily discounted
The Point System: Five Rounds, no-drop format (Race 4, 1.5 Multiplier)
Championship Standing and Point Scoring System:
- Based on the results from the Final. Driver will score points as follows:
| Position | Points Awarded | Position | Points Awarded | Position | Points Awarded |
| 1 | 200 | 11 | 85 | 21 | 35 |
| 2 | 175 | 12 | 80 | 22 | 30 |
| 3 | 155 | 13 | 75 | 23 | 25 |
| 4 | 140 | 14 | 70 | 24 | 20 |
| 5 | 130 | 15 | 65 | 25 | 15 |
| 6 | 120 | 16 | 60 | 26 | 10 |
| 7 | 110 | 17 | 55 | 27 | 5 |
| 8 | 100 | 18 | 50 | 28 | 0 |
| 9 | 95 | 19 | 45 | 29 | 0 |
| 10 | 90 | 20 | 40 | 30 | Cont’d |
- Based on results from the Pre-Final. The top 10 in each class will score points as follows:
| Position | Points Awarded |
| 1 | 100 |
| 2 | 85 |
| 3 | 75 |
| 4 | 70 |
| 5 | 65 |
| 6 | 60 |
| 7 | 55 |
| 8 | 50 |
| 9 | 45 |
| 10 | 40 |
- Based on results from Qualifying. The Pole winner will score 25 bonus points.
Rounds 1, 2, 3 and 5 of the championship will carry equal weight. Round 4, the KartStars National Championship Round will have points multiplied by 1.5 in calculating a championship total for each driver.
There are no drops in the KartStars Championship
Entry Fees and Series Pricing:
- Single-Day Class Entry Fee: $195
- Two- Day Class Entry Fee: $315
- KartStars Cadet*, KartStars Junior* and KartStars Senior* Entry Fee: $115
- Pre-Event Practice: $90 (Optional)
- Transponder Rental: $15 (Optional)
Race Tires:
- For Two-Day Classes, only one set of Race Tires can be used. Race Tires must be bought through KartStars Canada during pre-registration.
- For Single-Day Classes, drivers can run NEW Race tires or bring their own USED Race tires as long as they meet class specs. If drivers choose to run NEW Race tires, those tires must be bought through KartStars Canada during pre-registration.
Race Awards and Championship Prizes
Race Awards:
KartStars Canada Sponsored Awards:
Trophies will be awarded to podium finishers in all classes at each race.
Cash awards to podium finishers in KartStars Cadet, KartStars Junior and KartStars Senior.
Fast Qualifier Awards:
Fastest Qualifier at the season opener for every class will be awarded $100 cash.
Sunoco Race Fuels Sponsored Awards:
Class participants in Mini Rok, VLR Junior, VLR Senior, and VLR Masters will be entered into a random draw at the podium presentation. A can of fuel will be raffled off at each round.
Vega Tires Sponsored Awards:
One randomly selected Briggs class participant will win a set of Vega Blue ONT Racing Slicks. Draw to take place at the Podium presentation. Winner must be present.
One randomly selected Rok class participant will win a set of Vega Blue ONT Racing Slicks. Draw to take place at the Podium presentation. Winner must be present.
Vortex Canada Sponsored Awards:
- One randomly selected Rok class participants will win free entry to the next round.
- KartStars Canada National Championship – Shannonville Motorsports Park – Race Winners in ROK Mini, ROK VLR Junior, Senior, and Masters will be awarded tickets to ROK Cup Superfinal in Italy. All VLR class champions will receive entry into the ROK GP class (as the VLR category is not offered at the Superfinal)
ROK Superfinal – October 14-18, 2025 (South Garda Karting, Lonato, Italy)
The ROK Cup Superfinal is the ultimate international showdown, bringing together the best ROK racers from around the world. Hosted at the legendary South Garda Karting circuit in Italy, this prestigious event is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Canadian drivers to showcase their skills on the global stage. With a fiercely competitive atmosphere, breathtaking speed, and the chance to race against elite drivers from multiple nations, the ROK Superfinal is the pinnacle of ROK racing. Winners will experience a professionally organized event with top-tier race support, an electric paddock atmosphere, and an unforgettable journey representing Team Canada.
Superfinal Ticket Inclusions:
- Event Entry
- Race Tires
- Fuel and Oil
- Chassis and Engine
- Team Canada Race Suit
Briggs & Stratton Sponsored Awards:
One randomly selected Briggs class participants will win free entry to the next round.
Championship Awards:
Vortex Canada Championship Awards:
ROK Superfinal – October 14-18, 2025 (South Garda Karting, Lonato, Italy)
- Class champions in Mini Rok, VLR Junior, VLR Senior, and VLR Masters will be awarded tickets to ROK Cup Superfinal in Italy. All VLR class champions will receive entry into the ROK GP class (as the VLR category is not offered at the Superfinal)
The ROK Cup Superfinal is the ultimate international showdown, bringing together the best ROK racers from around the world. Hosted at the legendary South Garda Karting circuit in Italy, this prestigious event is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Canadian drivers to showcase their skills on the global stage. With a fiercely competitive atmosphere, breathtaking speed, and the chance to race against elite drivers from multiple nations, the ROK Superfinal is the pinnacle of ROK racing. Winners will experience a professionally organized event with top-tier race support, an electric paddock atmosphere, and an unforgettable journey representing Team Canada.
Superfinal Ticket Inclusions:
- Event Entry
- Race Tires
- Fuel and Oil
- Chassis and Engine
- Team Canada Race Suit
ROK Vegas – October 29 – November 2, 2025 (Las Vegas, Nevada, USA)
- 2nd place finishers in the KartStars Canada Championship will be awarded Full ROK Vegas Entry (includes entry fee, race tires, fuel and oil).
- 3rd place finishers in the KartStars Canada Championship will be awarded Partial ROK Vegas Entry (includes race tires, fuel, and oil).
KartStars Canada Championship Awards:
Champions will receive coveted ‘Class Champion Rings’.