F4: New scholarship prize for Superkarts! USA

As part of an emphasis on assisting in the development of the next generation of racers, SCCA Pro Racing, Crawford Composites, and Honda Performance Development are pleased to announce an awards package that will help the SuperKarts! USA S1 class champion transition into the inaugural 2016 SCCA Pro Racing F4 U.S. Championship series.

The awards package addresses the key elements of taking the next step on the racing ladder; the cost of the series and the cost of the car. Providing financial assistance with these elements ensures that the best competitors will participate in the S1 class and assists in bringing top talent into the United States F4 Championship.

The SuperKarts! USA (SKUSA) S1 class (Pro Stock Moto) is the pinnacle shifter-karting class in the SKUSA series, running a spec Honda CR125 engine, with drivers aged between 15 and 30.

The awards package includes the following components:
• F4 Chassis Discount (provided by Crawford Composites, Inc.) - $3500
• F4 Series Entry Fee Waiver (provided by SCCA Pro Racing) - $6000 value
• F4 Engine lease (provided by Honda Performance Development)- $6600 value

These awards take immediate effect with the order of a Crawford F4 chassis, the signing of a Honda F4 engine lease agreement and a commitment to the full 2016 SCCA Pro F4 championship program, which consists of 15 total races at five venues, , beginning with the inaugural race weekend at Lime Rock Park on May 27-28. For more information on the F4 US Championship, go to: f4uschampionship.com

"The fundamental premise of the F4 program is to create the opportunities to develop that next generation of racers," said Robert Clarke, President of SCCA Pro Racing. "From our strict cost controls to our driver-development efforts, the F4 US Championship is focused on accessibility, affordability, and competitive racing."

"This awards package is another example of how HPD endeavors to support the grassroots racing community," said Jeff Barrow, Commercial Motorsports Manager. "Many of the great Honda racers got their starts in karting, and we see this as a natural bridge between the two series."

"SKUSA is pleased to have a cooperative alliance with SCCA Pro Racing and the F4 United States Championship," said Tom Kutscher, owner and CEO of SuperKarts! USA. "Both entities represent the premier organizations in their respective circles, and Superkarts! USA is pleased to provide the platform for young talent to flourish. For those interested in pursuing a career in motorsport, or those looking to continue in karting, we couldn't be more pleased."