Acquisition Adds 11 Locations and 4 States to K1 Speed's
National Footprint
IRVINE,
Calif., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- K1 Speed, the
world's largest indoor go-kart racing operator, is excited to
announce today its acquisition of Autobahn / Accelerate Indoor
Speedway and its 11 national locations. This acquisition, the
largest in a series of takeovers that began last year with Pole
Position Raceway, further solidifies the brand's substantial
presence in the United States.
As a result of this acquisition, K1 Speed now operates 83
locations in 29 states and seven countries. Additionally, K1 Speed
expands its presence into four more states: Maryland, New York, Wisconsin and Alabama.
Over the coming weeks, all nine Autobahn locations and its two
sister Accelerate locations will transition to the look and feel of
K1 Speed. While the "arrive and drive" all-electric karting
experience remains largely unchanged, K1 Speed will enhance
opportunities for more serious racers. Autobahn's eight-week
leagues will expand to year-long leagues under K1 Speed, and
Autobahn's national championship will now become international with
K1 Speed's E-World Championship. This championship features one of
the largest karting prize purses globally, alongside heightened
competition and prestige spanning over 80 locations and seven
countries.
"Autobahn's passion for indoor karting was undeniable, and I
applaud them for promoting it through their leagues and
championships," says Co-Owner/Founder and CEO David Danglard. "We share this same strong love
for the sport, so we're confident that existing racers will embrace
the expanded competition that K1 Speed provides with our E-World
Championship."
And there are other positive changes in store for these new
facilities. While most existing Autobahn locations currently offer
limited food and drink options, K1 Speed will introduce its Paddock
Lounge café at every center to provide guests with more choices.
Additionally, each center will soon feature an arcade with an array
of video games, prize machines, and skill-based games, providing
entertainment for all ages.
"We feel privileged doing business with a company we've long
respected," says Susan Danglard, Co-Owner/Founder and Director of
Marketing. "Autobahn's success speaks for itself, so taking over
ownership of their locations is an immense honor for our
brand."
For more information about K1 Speed, visit www.k1speed.com.
ABOUT K1 SPEED
Founded in 2003, K1 Speed is the world's largest indoor electric
kart racing operator, with 83 locations in seven different
countries and 29 states. K1 Speed is a unique upscale entertainment
concept for casual consumers, racing enthusiasts, and corporate or
group events. K1 Speed offers an International Franchise and is
currently accepting applications.
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