All Welcome
Karting NSW has provided reminder that it welcomes everyone regardless of where they are based: “Whether you’re a local racer or travelling in from another region, you’re welcome on the grid”
Media Release
DPE Kart Superstore Truck Operations
There seems to be some confusion around the DPE Kart Superstore truck in 2026 – there is no change to this service which will continue to operate as usual (Statement from DPE)
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KNSW 2026 Kart Stars
The Dunlop Kart Stars Championship kicks off in Canberra later this month, over $30,000 in cash prizes on offer across the seven rounds (and drivers from any state can enter :p )
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South Pacific Titles Return
Orange Kart Club has confirmed the iconic South Pacific Titles will be contested in 2026 following the highly successful revival of the event last year.
10 Years for Pace Images
It started by taking photos of club days at Todd Rd. This year, Ben Roehlan’s Pace Images celebrates 10 years of motorsport storytelling.
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FIA Awards
The 2025 motor sport season concluded with the FIA Awards show last week where the three new karting world champions received their trophies.
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Tiger Champions
The 2025 Tiger Kart Club champions have been crowned, plus a number of ‘exceptional members’ recognised.
ProKart Podiums
Eleven class champions were crowned at the conclusion of SKUSA’s regional “best 5 of 6” ProKart Challenge.
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AKC Heads to Townsville
The Australian Kart Championship will stretch all the way North to Townsville in 2026 for round three of the series, the weekend prior to the Townsville 500 Supercars event.
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New Tech Manager for FIA Karting
French engineer Thomas Gomis was appointed the new FIA Karting Technical Manager recently, and is currently preparing for a bumper 2026 that features one of the largest calendars for FIA karting.
AKC Dates Announced
The dates for all five rounds of next year’s Australian Kart Championship have been confirmed by Karting Australia, though the organisation is withholding the venue for round three until tomorrow.
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Safety Guidelines for Private Testing
FIA Karting has issued a guideline document of minimum safety standards for private practice sessions.
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Season Review: Texas Sprint Series
The Texas Sprint Racing Series has wrapped up its 10th season of competition.
Coffs Kick-Off for AKC
Next year’s Australian Kart Championship will commence at Coffs Harbour on a revised date.
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New Sponsor for Leo
Driver PR – Queensland Cadet driver Leo Melia has announced a partnership with construction and industrial supply brand Konstrukt.
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3-Year 7Plus Deal for AKC
In another milestone move for the sport, Karting Australia and the Seven Network have confirmed a three-year broadcast deal for the Australian Kart Championship.
Gurney Makes FIA List
Victorian junior karter Alana Gurney is one of nine drivers from around the world taking part in a camp in Italy this week as part of the FIA’s Girls on Track Rising Stars program.
Vale Jaakko Markula
Former member of the International Karting Commission, Jaakko Markula, has passed away.
Child Safety in Motorsport
The Australian Institute for Motorsport Safety recently launched its new research study ‘Child Safety in Motorsport’, which includes a survey to capture the experiences and insights of parents and young competitors.
5-Day Shootout
A five-day FIA Karting Shootout will take place in Valencia next month for 24 qualified karters, one of whom will win a 250,000 Euro ($444,000 AUD) contribution to put towards team costs in an approved Formula 4 Championship.
Flynn Drift
Driver PR – Thirteen-year-old KA3 competitor James Flynn has completed his first season of the Japanese G1 Drifting Championship.
Queenslander 7th at World Cup
Driver PR – Queensland’s Hamish Campbell has finished as the best-performing Australian driver, securing seventh place at the inaugural FIA Arrive & Drive World Cup in Malaysia.
FIA Driver Development
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has provided a range of driver development workshops for the drivers competing in this weekend’s Arrive and Drive World Cup in Malaysia.
Preview: RKA Nationals
Retro Karting Australia’s 2025 Nationals will take place this weekend at Hume International Raceway
TM’s New Engine Range
TM Kart has announced its range of engines for the 2026–2028 CIK-FIA homologation period, from Mini to OK and Shifter.