Go Kart FAQs
When and where did karting originate?
The first kart was built by a man named Art Ingels in Southern California
during 1956. The concept originated from his existing interest in hot
rods and race car building. In fact, he was a famous builder of Indy
racecars during the fifties and was working as such a builder at Kurtis
Kraft when the idea came to him.
What is CIK-FIA?
This is the Commission Internationale de Karting. Founded in 1962 and
headquartered in Paris, it is the primary international sanctioning
body for Kart racing. It joined with FIA, the Fédération
Internationale de l'Automobile, in the year 2000. The most important
event which it is known for is the Karting World Championship.
What is a Superkart?
Traditionally, Superkarts are 250 cc engine karts with gearboxes. They
are the fastest category in kart racing. In fact, it is not uncommon
for them to set faster lap times than racing machines that are more
expensive and advanced. Unlike other kart forms they have full aerodynamic
bodykits. They also make use of full size car circuits.