Genre: Information/Explanation

The Unlimited All-Stars was originally created in 1990 to preserve the then dwindling open classes on the dirt tracks in Western Pennsylvania . For quite a while , the Unlimited All-Stars concept was only applied there . In 2001 the concept was tested on tracks in Florida . As a result of success there it later spread to Arizona , Georgia and the Carolinas . It has continued to grow , and as of the beginning of the 2012 season , there are at least 21 officially recognized circuits across the country , and more are sure to come . To read the complete history of the Unlimited All-Stars concept click on " History " in the directory above . The Unlimited All-Stars ( UAS ) is a national club that represents a single class or division for kart racing that combines a wide variety of engine types . Those engines are limited only by their maximum displacement ; otherwise there are virtually no limits to permissible modifications . The class was developed primarily for competition on short dirt oval tracks although the rules have been applied successfully on other tracks as well . Obviously , karts such as these are capable of a very high level of performance and therefore the class is intended only for experienced drivers who have proven themselves capable of safely competing in a sportsman like manner . Due to its nature , the Unlimited All-Stars is not a class that everyone will want to participate in ; it 's definitely not intended for everyone . Racers who are eager to try new and sometimes radical technical ideas feel right at home in the UAS . The rules contain a set of parameters , and emphasize safety but were intentionally written to allow and encourage innovation . No matter what class other racers participate in , they all head for the fence and bleachers when UAS guys fire up their engines . It is the kart division that has the potential to fill the stands with ticket buying fans . Recognizing what appears to be a strangle hold that some manufacturers appear to have over many karting organizations , the UAS refuses to adopt any rule or policy that mandates that any particular brand of product be used by participants . Ingenuity / Camaraderie / Sportsmanship Above all , karting is supposed to be fun , not just for the winner but for everyone who participates . Sportsmanship is the hallmark of the UAS . Of course winning , even dominating the competition is indeed the goal , but in the UAS there is no honor in winning if the winner's competitors despise him or her . The attitude of a true UAS competitor will not allow him to take advantage of a " cheap shot " to advance in position because just as important as winning is , it is the camaraderie with fellow competitors that keeps them coming back , race after race . It is demanded that track officials are especially firm with UAS competitors and they are to use the black flag when it is called for . UAS regional administrators are expected to communicate with drivers who may not be driving in an acceptable manner and coach them to improve . They are also expected to promote a high level of camaraderie among their members . There are many successful racers in other divisions who had lost the challenge and thrill that kart racing once provided them . The UAS , with the innovation that it allows and encourages , has renewed their interest in kart racing . The UAS , as an organization , does not usually promote events on their own , rather they work with promoters who see the promotional value of the UAS to organize events . By UAS policy , individual promoters have the ultimate responsibility of administering events . When the UAS drivers are placed on the card for an event , they are the guests of that particular race track . With the exception of post race technical inspection the UAS does not typically provide any race officials . The Unlimited All-Stars provides the promoter with a suggested set of policies and rules , negotiates pay-offs , schedules races , provides recognition for participants and publicizes events . In essence , the UAS was originally set-up as a representative primarily for drivers and race teams . Awards and Recognition One of the primary functions of the Unlimited All-Stars is to establish a central contact point for managing the affairs of the UAS participants . In 2007 a National Ranking system was put into place to allow UAS racers from across the country to see how they measure up in relationship to their peers . In 2008 drivers who wished to be included in the national ranking system were required to become UAS members . This allowed an awards fund to be established to provide prizes and recognition for the members . In 2010 a new point system was established that included a national season concluding Grand National event that racers wishing to aspire to the National Champion title must compete in . Please post this to any forums you may frequent . Please be aware that nominations must be made on this facebook page or by e-mail . We will not be monitoring all of the different forums where this may wind up .