RPM Raceway Coming To Poughkeepsie

POUGHKEEPSIE, NY — RPM Raceway announced Tuesday it is bringing its authentic racing experience to Poughkeepsie. The new location is scheduled to open before the end of the year at Poughkeepsie Galleria in the former K1 Speed space across from the Regal Galleria Mall Stadium 16.

Owned and operated by Eyal Farage and Karen Davis-Farage, the facility will feature more than 30,000 square feet of adventure including a quarter-mile European-style racing track and a state-of-the-art arcade.

From kids to adults, all are encouraged to join the community to take advantage of exciting perks for new members. Members receive free and discounted races as well as great RPM Raceway apparel. Those looking to learn the fundamentals of go-karting can rev-up for the annual Formula E Karting Academy. Students will receive an introduction to the go-kart, learning about correct seating positions, use of brakes and pedals, weight distribution to get the most speed and fun out of your go-karting experience as well as the importance of a driver’s comfort while racing.

“We look forward to bringing the RPM Raceway experience to our new home in Poughkeepsie,” said Karen Davis-Farage, president and co-owner of RPM Raceway. “Indoor kart racing is one of the fastest growing forms of family entertainment in the country."

She said her team has built a state-of-the-art kart racing and entertainment facility that is fully interactive and engaging.

It’s “Arrive & Drive” racing for those visiting the Poughkeepsie Galleria. Enter a queue to race against each other or pre-schedule races for groups of 10 or more. For those looking to host a private event, RPM Raceway of Poughkeepsie can accommodate more than 150 people. RPM Raceway offers V.I.P. spaces for private parties, personal celebrations and corporate event rentals. RPM Raceway of Poughkeepsie is now booking private events for 2020.

"We are extremely excited to welcome RPM Raceway to the Poughkeepsie Galleria family,” said Jessica Pecchia, marketing director of Poughkeepsie Galleria. “The enthusiasm and contribution that RPM is already making to the community speaks volumes of the impact they will have here and in Dutchess County."

RPM Raceway is currently seeking hardworking, motivated and talented individuals to fill more than 20 customer service and management-level positions. Curious applicants can visit rpmraceway.com/careers/.

RPM Raceway has raced 1 million+ racers across its five locations throughout the Northeast, including in Jersey City, NJ, Stamford, CT, Destiny USA in Syracuse, NY, Farmingdale (Long Island), NY and The Marketplace Mall in Rochester, NY.

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