Factory Karts Solidifies Roster

Signs World Champion Oliver Hodgson Alongside Billy Musgrave

PHOENIX, AZ | January 2, 2026 -  Marking a definitive new chapter for the 2026 season, Factory Karts is proud to announce the signing of multi-time World and National Champion Oliver Hodgson to its factory racing roster. Operating out of their brand-new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Phoenix, Arizona, this move signals a major escalation in Factory Karts’ mission to bring American-made chassis to the forefront of the industry.

As part of this announcement, Factory Karts is also pleased to confirm that multi-time SKUSA SuperNationals winner Billy Musgrave has re-signed with the team. Musgrave, who has been instrumental in the brand's rise, will continue his role as a factory driver and key contributor to R&D.

The pairing of Hodgson and Musgrave creates a formidable "powerhouse" duo. While Musgrave provides the established foundation and winning pedigree of the brand, Hodgson brings a global perspective as a former Rotax Grand Finals World Champion and IAME International Final winner. Together, they will lead the charge in proving that American engineering can compete at the highest levels within the karting industry.

“Adding Oliver to the team is a testament to the direction we are taking,” said Justin Stefani. “My history runs deep with Oliver, and having him rejoin forces alongside Billy Musgrave provides an ultimate platform to showcase our product range. This lineup allows us to push our American-built chassis to the next level.”

For Factory Karts, the mission centers on the advantages of domestic manufacturing. By housing R&D and production under one roof, the team can translate trackside data from Hodgson and Musgrave directly into the development of their chassis line. This "made-in-the-USA" philosophy ensures a level of quality and rapid innovation that the team is excited about.

The Factory Karts roster is set to debut the 2026 campaign at the upcoming SKUSA Winter Series and the Rotax Winter Trophy events in Houston, Texas, at Speedsportz Racing Park.