DRS Wintercup
The Dutch Racing Series WINTERCUP
The Dutch Racing Series: The new standard in rental kart racing!
The Dutch Racing Series (DRS) originated at our home tracks Kartcenter Lelystad,
Kartcenter Zwolle and Kartcenter Emsbüren, where the motto is: Real karting is done outside!
Even in winter, we just keep going, with the spectacular WINTERCUP!
During the Winter Cup, we will test new formats in preparation for the DRS
Nationals season of 2025. And the qualifications for the sprint races will be slightly different from what you are used to...
Which tracks are scheduled?
The DRS Winter Cup kicks off on Sunday 15 December at Kartcentrum Lelystad. After that
We cross the border to Kartcenter Emsbüren for the second GP on Sunday 12
January. But, which direction we will drive there remains a surprise-that will be decided by YOU!
Via an Instagram poll, riders can choose for themselves whether we will clockwise or anti-clockwise
After Emsbüren, we will head to Kartcentrum Zwolle (9 February), also known as the Monaco of the Netherlands. This circuit is known for its challenging lines and limited overtaking opportunities. Will you be able to beat the competition and crown yourself winner of the DRS WINTERCUP 2024/2025?
Special training sessions
Kart schools Den Hartog Racing and KWM Racing will be present at each Winter Cup GP to provide exclusive lessons. These training sessions will take place in the morning, prior to the races.
Please note: registration for the lessons runs through the kart schools themselves.
In addition to these lesson blocks, individual training heats of 15 minutes each will also be offered on Saturday evenings.
Saturday evening
| Class: | Driver: | Minimum Weight: | Type: | Min. length |
| Training heats; Class agnostic |
Individual drivers of all classes |
None | 15 minute training heat | 1.40m |
Sunday
Sprints
| Class: | Driver: | Minimum Weight: | Type: | Min. length |
| Junior | Junior Driver (15 and under) | 60 KG | Individually/ Sprint |
1.40m |
| PRO | PRO/Experienced Driver | 80 KG | Individually/ Sprint |
1.40m |
| FUN Light | FUN/Recreational Driver | 70 KG | Individually/ Sprint |
1.40m |
| FUN Heavy | FUN/Recreational Driver | 85 KG | Individually/ Sprint |
1.40m |
COSTS: €110.- per GP or €315.- for the whole winter season.
And if you have an SWS account or create one for free, you will get an additional 5% discount on your season registration!
*The SWS discount code is only valid for season registration, using the code without having an SWS account is prohibited, this will be checked.
Zondag
Endurance
| Klasse: | Rijder: | Minimale gewicht: | Type race: | Min. lengte |
| 2 uurs Endurance PRO | PRO/Ervaren rijder | 80 KG | Team/Endurance | 1.40m |
| 2 uurs Endurance FUN | FUN/Recreatie rijder | 80 KG | Team/Endurance | 1.40m |
COSTS: €210.- per GP or €599.99 for the whole winter season.
And if you have an SWS account or create one for free, and create a Team in SWS you will get an additional 5% discount on your season registration!
*The SWS discount code is only valid for season registration, using the code without having an SWS account is prohibited, this will be checked.
Race structure:
SPRINTS
Race 1= 6 min + 5 min Qualifying/training
Race 2= 8 min + one-lap Qualifying
Race 3 = 10 min + Start grid based on intermediate standings
Race 4 = 12 min + Start grid based on intermediate standings
ENDURANCE
10 min training without kart swap
10 min qualifying with possibilty of kart swap
120 min race with mandatory kart swap at each pitstop
Maximum stint time 50 min / Minimum 3 pitstops
Minimum length 1.40m
