Explore starting a go kart track business with a practical FEC roadmap for site feasibility, track design, safety, staffing, permits, and opening readiness.
High Performance Electric Go Karts: FEC Selection Guide
Schedule a practical review of high performance electric go karts for your FEC, including rider fit, track design, safety, uptime, and support.
Amusement Products Brings Gas-Powered Go-Karts Back with New Octane Model
New commercial kart expands operator choice and will make its trade show debut at IAAPA Expo 2026 in Orlando CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Amusement Products is expanding its commercial go-kart lineup with the return of gas-powered racing and the introduction of the new Octane go-kart. Developed for operators…
How Long to Build a Miniature Golf Course?
Schedule a consultation to understand how long to build a miniature golf course, plan permits, site work, construction, commissioning, and your opening date.
Commercial Mini Golf Obstacles Features Durability Guide
Plan commercial mini golf obstacles features durability with material guidance, failure checks, maintenance routines, and FEC design considerations.
Commercial Mini Golf Course ROI: Revenue Guide
Schedule a consultation to model commercial mini golf course ROI revenue with throughput, utilization, admission rates, ancillary sales, and payback logic.
Mini Golf Course Design Themes and Layouts
Explore mini golf course design themes and layouts that improve hole flow, guest satisfaction, accessibility, and repeat visits for commercial FEC operators.
Indoor vs Outdoor Miniature Golf Profitability FEC Guide
Schedule a design consultation to compare indoor vs outdoor miniature golf profitability fec decisions, weather, utilization, repeat visits, and site fit.
Championship Miniature Golf Course Design Standards
Championship miniature golf course design standards are the practical requirements that make a commercial course challenging, durable, accessible, easy to operate, and engaging for repeat visitors. They connect hole design, surface construction, guest flow, drainage, maintenance, and the venue’s business goals instead of treating the course as…
How to Build a Miniature Golf Course: Step-by-Step Guide
Plan how to build a miniature golf course with an operator checklist for site selection, design, drainage, permits, materials, and a professional FEC build.
FEC Industry Trends 2025 2026 Operators: What to Know
Explore fec industry trends 2025 2026 operators can use to plan smarter attractions, improve guest flow, and build a flexible family entertainment center.
FEC Equipment Manufacturers Evaluation Guide for FECs
Schedule a smarter supplier review with this fec equipment manufacturers evaluation guide. Compare safety, support, integration, and experience for your FEC.
Commercial Amusement Rides for Family Entertainment Centers
Compare commercial amusement rides for family entertainment centers and plan a balanced attraction mix around audience, traffic flow, staffing, and operations.
Bumper Car Attraction Revenue Year One FEC Planning Guide
Explore bumper car attraction revenue year one fec planning with a practical model for capacity, utilization, scheduling, and launch-year FEC decisions.
How to Add Bumper Car Attraction to Existing FEC
Discover how to add bumper car attraction to existing fec operations with a practical plan for space, power, installation, downtime, training, and handoff.
Bumper Cars Wholesale for Commercial Venues: FEC Guide
Compare bumper cars wholesale for commercial venues, including supplier scope, fleet packages, facility planning, support, and a confident FEC purchase.
Best Bumper Cars for Family Entertainment Centers: Buyer’s Guide
Compare the best bumper cars for family entertainment centers by footprint, power system, safety, guest fit, maintenance, support, and operating value.
Spin Zone Bumper Car Maintenance Guide for FECs
Use this spin zone bumper car maintenance guide to organize daily, weekly, and monthly checks, protect uptime, and plan qualified service for your FEC.
How to Operate Commercial Bumper Car Attraction Safely
Explore how to operate commercial bumper car attraction safely with staffing, training, inspections, rider controls, and incident response for FEC teams.
LazerFury 360 Interactive Bumper Car Attraction Guide
See how the LazerFury 360 interactive bumper car attraction works, its space needs, and how it drives repeat play and revenue for family entertainment centers.
Spin Zone vs Classic Bumper Cars ROI Comparison
A practical spin zone vs classic bumper cars ROI comparison: mechanical design, riders per hour, operating costs, and guest satisfaction for FEC owners.
Bumper Car Arena Layout Design Commercial: Floor Guide
Schedule a free design consultation. Bumper car arena layout design commercial plans that maximize floor space and throughput for your FEC.
Commercial Bumper Cars Pricing Cost: What to Budget
Schedule a free consultation to review commercial bumper cars pricing cost. Learn what drives your total investment and get a custom quote for your venue.
Spin Zone Bumper Cars for FEC Operators: Complete Guide
Schedule a free consultation on Spin Zone bumper cars for FEC operators. Learn what sets this high-throughput attraction apart and how it fits your venue.
FEC Go Kart Attraction Revenue Benchmarks: What Top Venues Earn
Schedule a free consultation to turn FEC go kart attraction revenue benchmarks into a working financial model for your venue, sized to capacity and market.
Electric Go Kart Battery Range Charge Time Commercial Guide
Schedule a free consultation to plan your electric go kart battery range charge time commercial fleet and maximize uptime for your family entertainment center.
Go Kart Track Staffing Operations Guide for FEC Owners
Schedule a consultation and use this go kart track staffing operations guide to plan headcount, training, scheduling, and safety for your FEC.
Commercial Go Kart Manufacturers Comparison: How to Choose
Request a quote. This commercial go kart manufacturers comparison weighs safety, durability, throughput, warranty, and after-sales support for your FEC.
Indoor Go Kart Track Business Plan: What Investors Want
Get the indoor go kart track business plan guidance lenders expect, from market analysis to break-even projections, before you request funding.
Go Kart Track ROI Family Entertainment Center: Full Guide
Get a go kart track ROI family entertainment center model covering revenue per hour, break-even, and five-year electric versus gas costs.
Best Electric Go Karts for Indoor FECs: A Buyer Comparison
Get a custom quote for the best electric go karts for indoor FEC venues. Compare models, safety features, battery life, and total cost of ownership for your…
Power Up Karting Technology FEC: How It Works and Why It Matters
Schedule a consultation to learn how Power Up Karting technology FEC applications can transform your go-kart track with ThunderVolt electric systems for…
Electric Go Kart Fleet Maintenance Commercial Guide
Schedule a consultation for electric go kart fleet maintenance commercial FEC operations. Learn daily inspection checklists, battery best practices, and more.
Electric Go Kart Safety Systems Commercial: FEC Guide
Schedule a consultation to explore electric go kart safety systems commercial operators trust. Remote shutdown, speed zoning, and ThunderVolt reduce…
Go Kart Track Design for Family Entertainment Center: Layouts That Maximize Revenue
Schedule a consultation for go kart track design for family entertainment center projects. Learn about indoor vs outdoor layouts, square footage, and safety…
Commercial Go Kart Pricing: Electric Fleet Cost Guide
Get a custom quote for commercial go kart pricing. Compare electric fleet costs, budget factors, and plan your FEC attraction investment.
How to Start a Go Kart Business: Complete FEC Operator Guide
Schedule a free consultation to learn how to start a go kart business with our FEC operator guide on costs, fleet sizing, and track design.
ThunderVolt Electric Go Kart Operating System: Key Info
Schedule a free consultation to explore how ThunderVolt electric go kart operating system boosts safety, cuts costs, and maximizes revenue at your FEC track.
Electric Go Karts vs Gas Go Karts for FEC: Which Is Better?
Schedule your consultation to compare electric go karts vs gas go karts for fec venues. Electric cuts costs by $35k per year and boosts safety.
Commercial Batting Cages and FEC Business Startup Guide: The Operator’s Complete Guide
Read our commercial batting cages and fec business startup guide to learn how to build a highly profitable FEC attraction with expert turnkey support.
Miniature Golf Construction for Family Entertainment Centers
Schedule professional miniature golf construction for family entertainment centers. Build a high-revenue course with expert design and turnkey construction.
Commercial Bumper Cars for Family Entertainment Centers
A single top-tier bumper car attraction can pay for itself in less than two years. These battery-powered vehicles remove the need for expensive electric floors while providing guests with an active ride. By focusing on ROI and safety, owners can turn a small area into a major…
The Ultimate Commercial Batting Cage for Sale Guide
Find the best commercial batting cage for sale with tips on features, pricing, installation, and choosing the right setup for your facility or sports complex.
ThunderVolt Go Kart Battery Replacement: A 4-Step Guide
Get clear, step-by-step instructions for ThunderVolt go kart battery replacement and keep your electric karts running smoothly and safely for every race.
Commercial Electric Go Karts for Family Entertainment Centers
Schedule a free consultation to explore how commercial electric go karts for family entertainment centers can boost revenue and lower operating costs.
How to Start a Mini Golf Business: A Step-by-Step Guide
Get practical tips on how to start a mini golf business, from planning and funding to design, marketing, and building a loyal customer base.
Commercial Bumper Cars for Sale: A Complete Pricing Guide
Schedule a free consultation to compare bumper cars for sale. Learn pricing for battery, ground-grid, and ceiling-grid systems with ROI data and financing…
4. Find the Best Commercial Go Kart Manufacturer
Find the best commercial go kart manufacturer for your family entertainment center. Compare quality, features, and support to make a confident investment.
Electric Go Karts for Sale: A Complete FEC Buyer’s Guide
Schedule a free consultation for electric go karts for sale. Compare gas vs electric costs, performance, safety, and ROI for your FEC.
How Much Does It Cost to Build a Go-Kart Track?
Get clear answers to how much does it cost to build a go kart track, with real budget examples, key factors, and tips for planning your project.
5 Top Mini Electric Cars for Adults to Consider
Find the best mini electric cars for adults, with practical tips on features, pricing, and uses to help you choose the right compact EV for your needs.
How Much Does It Cost to Build a Mini Golf Course?
Get clear answers to how much does it cost to build a mini golf course, with real numbers, key factors, and tips for planning your project budget.
FEC Success Institute Brings Energy, Education, and Engagement to Myrtle Beach
Attendees experience action-packed learning, real-world insights, and family-like networking at Fun Warehouse Myrtle Beach, SC — The FEC Success Institute, hosted September 23–24, 2025, at Fun Warehouse in Myrtle Beach, SC, delivered two days of high-energy training, networking, and hands-on learning for current and aspiring Family Entertainment…
FEC Success Institute Brings Industry Education to Myrtle Beach with Fall 2025 Event at Fun Warehouse
Chattanooga, TN — July 2025 — Amusement Products is excited to announce that the Fall 2025 FEC Success Institute will be hosted at a new location: Fun Warehouse in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on September 23–24, 2025. This special off-site edition continues the Institute’s mission of delivering…
USA vs. Europe: How the Model E Stole the Show at Kart Expo 2025
Amusement Products made a bold statement at this year’s Kart Expo in Michigan, where we didn’t just showcase our karts—we raced them head-to-head against the best European models in the business. From power and handling to durability and tech, our Model E electric kart left a lasting…
FEC Success Institute to resume March 4-5 at Amusement Products
FEC Success Institute, the industry’s longest running educational program, is scheduled to resume March 4-5, 2025. The twice-yearly event is hosted by Amusement Products in Chattanooga, TN. The educational event will delve into relevant FEC topics and current trends in attraction mix, construction, insurance, feasibility, debit systems,…
Latest Electric Go-Kart Technology from Amusement Products Eliminates Need for Double Fleets
After successfully being able to recharge their electric go-karts in under five minutes for a five-minute race, Amusement Products now has the ability to recharge a fleet of electric go-karts in under 3.5 minutes, eliminating the need for a double fleet of karts. “In the past, the…
FEC Success Institute Reconvenes September 24-25, 2024
Amusement Products will host the FEC industry’s longest running educational event, FEC Success Institute, at their manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, TN, September 24-25, 2024. As the family entertainment industry continues to grow and evolve, Amusement Products’ FEC Success Institute has provided quality education since 1997 for anyone…
FEC Success Institute Conducts First Session of 2024
Amusement Products recently hosted the first of two FEC educational sessions for 2024 at their manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, TN. Groups assembled from coast to coast to attend FEC Success Institute, the industry’s longest-running education program for family entertainment centers. While 60% of attendees are in the…
FEC Success Institute Moves to Atomic City in Paducah, KY for September 26-27 Fall Session
After 25 years of conducting FEC Success Institute classes at their manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, TN, Amusement Products announces a change of venue to Atomic City Family Fun Center in Paducah, KY from September 26-27, 2023. The 2-day seminar covers a variety of topics in depth to…
Amusement Products announces partnership with hyper-reality VR leader VEX Solutions
Amusement Products has recently reached an agreement with VEX Solutions to become the sole distributor of VEX VR systems in North America. Amusement Products will assume the manufacturing and installation of all new VEX Arenas and VEX Adventure systems. VEX will continue to create unique and exciting…
John Denham Retires from Amusement Products
Former VP and Director of Research and Development John Denham recently retired from Amusement Products, a leader in FEC attractions manufacturing. Since his retirement, however, John still spends several hours a week consulting and managing special projects. Prior to John’s 24 years of service with Amusement Products,…
FEC Success Institute brings start-ups and operators together with industry experts at Amusement Products
Amusement Products, LLC recently hosted the first of two FEC Success Institute seminars of 2022 on March 8-9. More than 20 registered groups were comprised of those just starting their FEC journey to established family fun centers seeking ways to improve their business and enhance their product…
FEC Success Institute classes resume March 8-9
Amusement Products is set to host their first of two FEC Success Institute sessions this March 8-9, 2002, at their manufacturing warehouse in Chattanooga, Tennessee. “This is a tremendous opportunity for anyone wanting to own a family entertainment center to meet everyone in one location that may…
Power Up Karting: Who Won the Race?
Remember when the biggest advantage to win a go-kart race depended on if you were lucky enough to get “the fast kart” in the pit? And if you didn’t get that kart it was basically “game over?” For gas karts, that problem would still apply today. The…
Amusement Products hosts second FEC Success Institute of 2021
Amusement Products hosted the second of their twice-yearly FEC Success Institute classes October 5-6, 2021, in Chattanooga, TN. After a 2020 Covid-19 shutdown, the popular event resumed its in-person event in June 2021. Both events were well attended with October’s event surpassing June’s overall number of groups…
Jay M. Grant, Sr., a pioneer of commercial go-kart manufacturing, recently passed away at the age of 91
Amusement Products sadly announces the passing of Jay M. Grant, Sr., company CEO. He leaves behind a legacy that helped shape commercial go-kart manufacturing as a prominent and popular attraction in the FEC industry. Before Amusement Products, there was Golf Players, Inc., where Jay worked as an…
Amusement Products Resumes In-Person FEC Success Institute June 8-9, 2021
The FEC Success Institute will return June 8-9, 2021 as an in-person event. Hosted by Amusement Products in Chattanooga, TN, this will be the 25th year that the training program has been conducted after being cancelled for the last year due to COVID-19. “With the increasing availability…
FEC Trade Show Survey Results
In early February 2021, Amusement Products participated with FEC industry partners to develop a survey to help us understand FEC operators’ plans for attending in-person and virtual events for the remainder of 2021. Thank you to all who responded to the survey! The information you provided will…
FEC Owners Encouraged to Take Advantage of COVID-19 Stimulus/Relief Funds
Amusement Products’ president, Dutch Magrath, wants FEC owners to be aware of funding available that may help save their businesses. As an FEC owner himself, Dutch has prepared a document that outlines the basic criteria of the funding, but strongly advises owners to check with their accountants,…
Amusement Products becomes the official distributor of Inowize’s VR Quest Arena
US, October 29th, 2019 — Amusement Products, a leader in the family entertainment center industry, and Inowize, developer of the VR Quest Arena, announced they will work together on distributing VR solutions to family entertainment centers throughout North America. As an exclusive distributor, Amusement Products will be responsible for consultancy, installation…
Power Up Karting Game from Amusement Products brings video game karting to life
In the last part of 2018, Amusement Products introduced Power Up Karting to the Family Entertainment Center industry at the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) trade show in Orlando. The immersive Power Up Karting Game experience is achieved by driving over brightly lit color-changing…
Lazer Fury 360 Coming to Beech Bend
Beech Bend, Bowling Green, Kentucky, will introduce the unusual bumper car turned laser shooting game this summer with their new attraction, Lazer Fury 360. A Laser Fury 360 Galactic Defense System from Amusement Products LLC, Lazer Fury 360 combines full vertical and horizontal motion with interactive game play. Riders’ vehicles are equipped with a laser cannon to shoot…
Amusement Products Combines Vidgame Fun with Go-Kart Racing
Featured in Instant RePlay E-News.The pros at Amusement Products debuted a brand-new way to go-kart at this year’s IAAPA show: Power Up Karting. By using color-changing tiles embedded in the go-kart track, players can now earn “powers” that alter their car and those of their competitors. Much…
Boom Times for Amusement Products
Go-Kart Manufacturer Works to Lift All FECs & Goes All-In with Electric by Matt Harding While there hasn’t been a “race” to the top of the electric go- kart mountain, Chattanooga, Tennessee’s Amusement Products has certainly gotten itself into the pole position, with a focus on efficient…
Amusement Products partners with Bass Pro Shops for world-class go-kart racing venue
What do a premier go-kart manufacturer like Amusement Products LLC, and a Bass Pro Shop world-class resort have in common? For starters, they both have a long-standing reputation for providing second-to-none quality products and services. In addition, both companies are dedicated to providing exceptional and positive, memorable…
Next-level go-kart track opening soon in Osage Beach
(as posted on Lake News Online) Miner Mike’s is only months away from housing the largest elevated, indoor go-kart track in the country. Nearly 10 years ago, Miner Mike’s in Osage Beach had the vision of installing a new go-kart track at its facility. It would be…
John Denham Assumes Role as Director of Development for Amusement Products
As a former family entertainment center owner/operator for over 19 years, John has been part of the Amusement Products team since 1997. His firsthand experience in troubleshooting typical operational issues and assisting Amusement Products in overcoming and preventing these issues, as well as submitting ideas for improving…
Amusement Products Promotes Cindy Harrell to Vice President of Operations
Amusement Products LLC has promoted Cindy Harrell to the position of Vice President of Operations. Cindy has been with Amusement Products since 2004, and will use her extensive knowledge of the company and the FEC industry to oversee day to day operations, from production to shipping. Her…
