Written by Jennifer Henry of Fade to Black Photography With the pandemic still looming in the air across many sporting events were nonexistent across the country, but racing is not one of them. With karting events happening all over many were excited to return to Heartland Park in Topeka, Kansas, the 5th stop on the …
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TM Update 2020-004 August 11, 2020 The following Tech Updates were approved by the Board of Trustees, and are effective immediately. TM 104.3 ENTRY FOR PRACTICE Change to: A competitor must be entered in at least one class before going onto the track for official practice, qualify, or racing. Failure to do so may result …
It is that time of the year again. With the crazy 2020 more than halfway complete, the World Karting Association (WKA) staff is already working on plans for 2021. With the first event of next year less than five months away, the WKA Tech Manual is the first order of business to be finalized giving …
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Opening in 2003, Stockholm Karting Center is Minnesota’s home for kart racing and Minnesota’s best and only outdoor rental karts. This world-class racing facility, located just 45 minutes west of the Twin Cities metro area, offers an outstanding atmosphere for both serious and recreational karters. The facility also provides an excellent environment for families and …
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WKA is saddened to hear of the passing of iKart Indianapolis’ John Martin. The owner of the Indianapolis based business, John set out to design a chassis brand that was adaptable in any situation. Proud of his American made kart line and parts, Martin’s iKart is a fixture in karting programs across the country including …
After having to cancel the initial date in April due to this ugly monster called Covid-19, the Vega Road Race series made its way back to Charlotte over the Fourth of July weekend for the 2nd annual Charlotte Karting Challenge. This time not only would the racers have to take on the giant oval of …
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Due to the pandemic-driven changes to racing schedules around the world, the A-Maxx Racing WKA Summer eSports Series Presented by Summit Racing Equipment is shifting dates to accommodate the racer. With WKA competitors expressing concerns that they would be traveling to kart races for the first event in the Summer eSports Series, a minor adjustment …
Keeping up with the changing times in our world, the World Karting Association is pleased to announce the A-Maxx Racing WKA Summer eSports Series Presented by Summit Racing Equipment. Set to go green on July 22nd, the second edition of the WKA eSports Series will make stops at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Mid-Ohio Sports Car …
With a successful second round in the World Karting Association Manufacturers Cup, series officials are already working hard to make round three even better. With a new track layout that will be run by both the WKA Manufacturers Cup and the ROK Cup USA ROK Fest East event, this will be the first opportunity to …
World Karting Association Manufacturers Cup Round Three Entry and New Track Layout Read More »
Announced just today, the Governor of North Carolina has mandated the use of face coverings statewide for anyone over the age of eleven. With the first round of the Charlotte Karting Challenge taking place this weekend at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, teams and competitors will fall under the new executive order beginning on Friday. Children …
URGENT: North Carolina Governor Mandates Face Coverings Beginning Friday Read More »
With COVID-19 putting a hold on motorsports around the world for more than three months, it is finally time for the World Karting Association (WKA) to return back to the track. With the Charlotte Karting Challenge on the docket over the next two weekends, a return to the famed Charlotte Motor Speedway will kick off …
WKA Charlotte Karting Challenge Gets Underway This Weekend Read More »
World Karting Association reminds all competitors that registration for Charlotte Karting Challenge Manufacturers Cup, Road Racing and Speedway Dirt series remains open through Sunday, June 21 at 11:59pm EDT. SERIES REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Manufacturers Cup and Mid-Season Shootout Online Registration – CLICK HERE *Manufacturers Cup competitors are required to complete registration online. No trackside entry. WKA …
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WKA recently learned the passing of long-time WKA SuperKart racer John Gibson, who passed after battling a long illness. A resident of WKA’s home base in the Charlotte area, John built and raced some of the fastest SuperKarts in WKA history for decades. As an early member of the famed Homelite SuperKart Racing Team, John …
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World Karting Association (WKA) officials have decided to extend the entry deadline for the Charlotte Karting Challenge until 11:59pm on Sunday, June 21st for both the WKA Vega Tire National Road Race Series and the WKA Maxxis Speedway Dirt Series. Road Race competitors must enter their initial entry online in advance of the deadline while …
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It’s all wide open over the next two World Karting Association (WKA) Manufacturers Cup events in Charlotte for a huge prize fund! Tier 1 pricing has been extended until 11:59pm on Wednesday, June 10th. Tier 2 pricing will be in effect following the close of Tier 1 pricing. Online entry has been extended until 11:59pm …
