In addition, Jean-Philippe Guignet will play a key role in expanding Sodikart's Racing network in collaboration with the sales teams. He will also provide strategic technical support to Sodikart distributors and partners worldwide.

A former top-level driver, Jean-Philippe has an impressive track record. European ICA Champion in 2001, he has distinguished himself throughout his career, notably with a victory in a European KF1 Championship event in 2008 and a triumph in the 24 Heures Internationales de Karting du Mans in 2017 at the wheel of a Sodikart chassis. After a brilliant career, he used his experience to enhance young talent as a coach and by creating his own team, Trèfle Racing, which has seen the emergence of drivers of international stature such as Esteban Ocon (F1 Driver), Dorian Boccolacci (Porsche Driver) and Lola Lovinfosse (F1 Academy Driver). For several years, he has successfully managed the Sodi Racing Team in OK and OK-Junior.

This appointment is part of the strategic reorganisation of the Sodikart Racing Team, which began in 2024. This restructuring has already borne fruit, with remarkable results such as the FIA Karting Team Championship in KZ, the KZ World Championship, and the KZ2 European Championship with CPB Sport.

Sodikart intends to strengthen support and technical assistance to its distributors and partner teams in order to conquer new market shares. The recent increase in production capacity at the Sodikart factory is part of this ambitious drive.

While continuing its commitment at the highest level in KZ with CPB Sport and other strategic players, Sodikart is entering a new era with Jean-Philippe Guignet, a seasoned and passionate professional, ready to take on this new challenge.

About SodiKart

Founded in 1981 by a kart racing enthusiast, Gildas Mérian, Sodikart began producing its own racing and leisure karts in 1991. In 1993, Sodi chassis won their first World Championship title, both for drivers and manufacturers. In 1998, the establishment of the largest and most modern kart factory in Couëron, France, covering more than 10,000 m², enabled Sodikart to rapidly become the world's leading manufacturer.

Present on five continents and in more than 100 countries, Sodikart is a major player in the karting market thanks to its constant drive to innovate. The French company offers a unique range of products and services through its range of SODI Racing karts and SODI Rental karts, its ITAKAshop distance sales and specialised shops, the organisation of races and events by 3MK Events, as well as its choice of Tekneex accessories and Box's equipment.

The Sodi Racing Team lines up the official Sodikart drivers at the start of the biggest international competitions.