Kart Racing
2022 BEST OF PHOENIX WINNER – BEST GO KARTS!
If you’re looking for a great kart track in America, Octane Raceway in Scottsdale gives you the Ultimate Adrenaline Rush! Our 1/3 mile track is the only full time Indoor/Outdoor track in the entire United States! This sleek, modern facility has been designed to deliver the best racing experience imaginable. Specifically designed for the venue, the track layout is unique in that each lap begins indoors then winds through an outdoor section of the course before returning inside.
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Arrive & Drive Racing
Racing is available on a walk in basis during our opening hours. When you arrive you will first need to register at the kiosk at the front desk. Once you are registered, a front desk associate will assist you with signing your liability waiver, purchasing your races, and then scheduling you and your guests into the first available race. Reservations are recommended on weekends and during peak times as there may be a hour or more wait for a race on busy days.
- Racing at Octane Raceway is scored in a Fastest Lap format, where the drivers get in the karts in a random order and race for a set number of laps.
- Adult races are the first to 14 laps and the junior races are the first to 10 laps. The driver with the best lap time wins the race.
- Junior races are not scheduled after 8pm Sunday-Thursday and 9pm Friday-Saturday.
Upon arrival, the first step is to fill out a liability waiver. Racers under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign their waiver, or download the minor waiver form and have the form notarized if parent/guardian will not be present. Jump to Waiver Information >>
Racing League
CAN YOU BEAT THE COMPETITION?
Our leagues are for the best of the best indoor kart racers who are looking for some friendly competition and to take their racing to the next level. Come and test your skills against other talented drivers.
The Racing League starts on Wednesday, February 25th, and runs for 12 weeks.
Rules & Safety
At Octane Raceway, safety is our top priority for all drivers and our crew. To maintain these high safety standards, the following kart racing driver requirements have been developed:
- All drivers must be at least 54” (4′ 6″) tall and ready to race with closed toe shoes.
- Adult drivers must be at least 16 years old with a valid state issued ID.
- Junior drivers must be at least 4’6″ tall and there is no age minimum.
- We do not offer two seat karts for adults or juniors.
Signed Liability Waivers are required for all racers. Racers under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign their waiver, or download the minor waiver form and have the form notarized if parent/guardian will not be present. Jump to Waiver Information >>
All racers must then watch a short kart racing safety video, which will educate the racers about the karts, track, and other racing guidelines.
Each guest will receive safety equipment including a DOT approved full face helmet and head sock.
Our karts are high performance racing machines, and there are multiple safety features on the kart itself including a roll bar and a safety harness.
Kart Racing Safety
Once the race begins the track marshals are in charge. Utilizing race flags and lights, the track marshals will control the race’s pace and passing on the track. Track marshals have the final determination as to whether or not a racer may continue after being black flagged.
NO BUMPING. For the safety of all racers on the track, any racer that is driving inappropriately by contacting the barriers or other karts will be immediately removed from the track.
Flags at Octane Raceway:
- Green: Start!
- Yellow: Caution (the first and last lap are full course caution laps, there is no passing during a yellow lap)
- Blue: Passing – Please move over and let the faster traffic pass you
- Red: Stop – Come to a complete stop and wait for further instructions
- Black: Penalty – Pull over and talk to the track marshal due to improper driving
Junior Accelerated Program
Junior racers may qualify for adult speed races! Juniors may not purchase or reserve adult races until they have passed the program.
Waivers
All drivers must sign a liability waiver Racers under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign their waiver, or download the minor waiver form and have the form notarized if parent/guardian will not be present.
Save time when you fill out your waivers online: