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May 2, 2018

How to Get Started Karting

For most people, Go Kart racing is a leisure hobby that primarily is popular within a younger demographic. Kids can start karting at very early ages to learn the basics of hand-eye coordination, speed components, gain reactionary response, and build confidence in themselves through team comradery. However, what does it take to become a serious […]
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February 28, 2018

The Best Kart on the Market

This month’s blog will address go kart brands that are on the market today. There are a lot of manufacturers that make go karts. However, not all karts are built the same. Last month we discussed that fastest go kart built to date, by Daymak, that can go 0-60 in 1.5 seconds. For the […]
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February 8, 2018

Go-Kart Speed Basics

Maximum Go Kart Speed In this week’s blog, I want to talk about go-kart speed. Something of which is always an ongoing battle with racers, track owners, and insurance companies. Most karts max out around 40-50mph, while this is a maintained speed that is safe and as controlled as you can be. It’s a speed […]
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January 25, 2018

Human Factors Part 2: Reaction Time Formula

How to Calculate the Reaction Time of a Driver In our last blog we discussed the human factors that are involved in the reaction time when speed, friction, and, the human elements all come together when racing. Our focus today will be on the reaction time formula that is calculated when the point of recognition […]
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January 9, 2018

Human Factors Part 1: Reaction Time In Racing

Today we are taking a more scientific approach to the side of speed, driver reaction time, and Reaction Time Components. Reaction Time In Racing Reaction time in racing can be a complicated subject, yet are very important. In an excerpt from Dr. Marc Green in his assessment of the Human Factors “…In many cases, the speed […]
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September 25, 2017

Indoor Corporate Team Building Activities – LVGP

Team Building Made Easy One way to boost morale and build relationships among employees is to incorporate indoor corporate team building activities in the office. Team building exercises improve productivity and help to increase motivation in the workplace. According to Forbes, “Team building is the most important investment you can make”. Lehigh Valley Grand Prix […]
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September 11, 2017

Bachelor Parties Around The World – Lehigh Valley Grand Prix

The Ultimate Bachelor Party The best bachelor parties around the world include food, beer, and tons of fun. The Bachelor Party is known worldwide as the last night of freedom before a man gets married, usually planned by the best man. It is the duty of the best man to make this night as fun […]
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July 10, 2017

Fun Summer Activities – Lehigh Valley Grand Prix

Summer Racing Clinic Beat the heat with fun summer activities at Lehigh Valley Grand Prix! Our summer racing clinic is July 10th, 11th, and 12th. The camp runs from noon to 4 PM each day and lunch is provided. The cost is $250 per junior racer (ages 8 through 14). Each day we do on […]
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June 6, 2017

Father’s Day Race: SteelStacks Grand Prix

Father’s Day Race Lehigh Valley Grand Prix has teamed up with ArtsQuest to host the inaugural SteelStacks Grand Prix race! On Sunday, June 18th, up to 30 teams will compete in three preliminary Le Mans-style races on a half-mile course designed by Lehigh Valley Grand Prix Owner, Mike McCreary. The outdoor track will be located […]
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May 23, 2017

Go Karting Around the World

Go Karting Around the World Go Karting has come a long way since its beginning in the 1950s. This phenomenon isn’t just an American past time. Adrenaline junkies around the world enjoy racing at karting tracks across the globe. Some go kart racers have made a career out of their love of racing. Check out […]
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