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Karting

We are TU Dublin's first & only motorsport club, providing opportunities for keen motorsport enthusiasts to put their skills to the test, racing on Irelands best karting circuits. We welcome drivers of all levels, whether you're a beginner or an experienced racer.


What is Rental Karting?

Rental karting involves using karts provided by a track or facility for racing or recreational purposes. These karts are typically 4-stroke engines, which are easier to handle and more cost-effective than the high-performance karts used in competitive racing

Benefits for College Students

  1. Accessibility: Rental karting is open to anyone, regardless of prior experience. It's a great way for students to get involved in motorsports without needing to purchase their own kart .

  1. Cost-Effective: Participating in rental karting is generally more affordable than owning a kart, making it accessible to a wider range of students.

  1. Skill Development: Karting helps develop reflexes, coordination, and decision-making skills, which are valuable both on and off the track.

  1. Team Building: Organizing a college karting team can foster teamwork and camaraderie among members, as they work together to improve their skills and compete in events .

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History

The club was founded back in the DIT days in the early 1990s and has brought drivers all over Ireland and abroad to the UK for the BUKC 24 hours since the start of the event in 2014.


Achievements

2022-2023 BUKC 24 Hour Champions

2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 SSI Intervarsities Team Champions

2019, 2020 SSI Intervarsities Driver Champion




Training

2025 - 2026 Prearranged Schedule

Semester 1:

Student Life Festival - 16th - 24th September

WhiteRiver Karting - 3rd October

F1 Watch Along (Azerbaijan Grand Prix @ Thebackpage pub) - 5th October

SSI Intervarsity Championship Round 1: Date TBC

ICCR Round 5 Watch Along (Mondello Park)- 19th October

F1 Watch Along (Brazil Grand Prix @ Thebackpage pub)- 9th November

Midland Karting - 14th November

SSI Intervarsity Championship Round 2: Date TBC

Kylemore Karting - 1st December



Semester 2:

Lyons Karting - 6th February 

SSI Intervarsity Championship Round 3: Date TBC

Club100 Experience Buckmore Park(International Trip UK) - 1st March

Whiteriver Karting 2 - 6th March

SSI Intervarsity Championship Round 4: WhiteRiver International - 13th March

Kylemore Karting 2 - 20th March

Annual General Meeting - TBC 

BUKC 24 Hour Teesside Raceway(International Trip UK) - Date TBC




Contact Us

Email:  karting@tudublin.ie

Instagram : tudublinkartingclub


 

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We are TU Dublin's first & only motorsport club, providing opportunities for keen motorsport enthusiasts to put their skills to the test, racing on Irelands best karting circuits. We welcome drivers of all levels, whether you're a beginner or an experienced racer.
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Committee Members
Secretary:Will Humphreys
PRO:Katie Lynch Taplin
Events Officer:Adam Corrigan
Social Officer:Liam Angelo Carag
Participation & Inclusion Officer:Pavels Strelnikovs
Treasurer:Valentins Strogonovs
Chairperson:Bobby McNamee
Campus Rep - Tallaght:Valentins Strogonovs
Campus Rep - Blanchardstown:Liam Angelo Carag
Campus Rep - City:Bobby McNamee
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