BIREL: 40 YEARS OF KARTING HISTORY AND TECHNIQUE

A publication collecting the deeds of drivers and technicians, protagonists of 40 years of karting history, was needed in the sports editorial outline. Riccardo Perrone, Milanese journalist but first of all great lover of engines and karting, has filled this gap. Perrone, supported by Birel and through the history of the Brianza-based company, has reviewed the development of the world karting, both from a technical and sporting point of view. The result he obtained is a publication not to be missed for all fans: images never seen before, technical specifications and exclusive interviews with the most prominent protagonists of every period represent the content of the over 300 pages composing the book. The book reviews Birel history starting from the ‘50s, when Umberto Sala, called “birel”, started the manufacture of go-karts similar to those coming from the United States. Since then 40 years went by, Birel attained 26 world cycling titles and obtained several successes in all countries worldwide, supporting drivers such as Patrese, Hakkinen and Montoya who were taking their first steps in the racing world. And through Birel history, which has become one of the leading companies all over the world, it is possible to review the most important events of the world karting. The book can be purchased on-line through the web site of the publishing house (www.giorgionadaeditore.it) and it is also available at all specialized bookshops and from Birel sales network.

Author: Riccardo Perrone – Publishing House: Giorgio Nada Editore