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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.
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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.
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Vale Jaakko Markula
Former member of the International Karting Commission, Jaakko Markula, has passed away.
Slicks In The Wet
Watch and learn. Here’s an on-board video that demonstrates the essentials of driving a kart on slicks in the wet
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David Sera’s Take on SuperNats
What were the things David Sera liked and disliked at this year’s SKUSA SuperNationals in Las Vegas?
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Schumacher: B-Grade
Which drivers are top tier status when it comes to karting? Alan Dove ranks a bunch of karters (and some F1 drivers).
KA Volunteers: Jason Wells
Jason Wells has been a scrutineer at club level, enjoying teaching newcomers to the sport of Karting what the regulations and rules mean, and how to best follow them, while watching people grow a spectacular passion for such an incredible sport.
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Estasy Cracks The AKC
In his first full tilt at the Australian Kart Championship, Christian Estasy took victory on the final day of a tough five round championship in one of the most competitive classes of the year.
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KA Volunteers: Jamie Boulos
Karting Australia is shining a spotlight on some of the dedicated individuals who play such a vital role in our sport. This week’s focus is on NSW Official, Jamie Boulos.
Percat Retires
Nick Percat has announced his retirement from full-time Supercars racing – but why is that news on a karting website?
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Interview: Angelo Alfano
While the chassis and engines are provided by the OTK Group, all the karts in the Academy Trophy Senior and Junior classes carry Alfano data acquisition systems. FIA Karting spoke with the creator of the brand, Angelo Alfano.
KA Volunteers: Cody Macdonald
In line with the FIA declaring October as a global celebration of its volunteers and officials, Karting Australia will shine a spotlight over the coming weeks on some of the dedicated individuals who play such a vital role in our sport. This week’s focus is on Victorian Official and Volunteer, Cody Macdonald.
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Australia’s Arrive & Drivers Announced
Karting Australia today announced Hamish Campbell and Harry Bresnehan as our country’s representatives in the inaugural FIA Karting ‘Arrive and Drive’ World Cup later this year.
Team Australia ’25
The five-driver line-up for Team Australia at the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals has been confirmed.
Inaugural Gilbert Memorial
The inaugural William ‘John’ Gilbert Memorial Shield was awarded by the Dubbo Kart Club at the Gold Cup on the weekend.
Vale Joseph Bianchini
The Australian karting community is in mourning following the passing of junior driver Joseph Bianchini yesterday.
Vale World Champion
Former Formula E (Superkart) World Karting Champion Wade Nelson has passed away.
Schembri 3rd in British GP
Nicholas Schembri finished third in the premier 250cc Division 1 class of the British Superkart Grand Prix at Donnington Park last weekend.
Interview: Jesper Carlsen
Jesper Carlsen, a 49-year-old Dane with extensive karting, Formula Ford, F3 and Porsche Supercup experience, has been appointed FIA Karting Championship Coordinator.
Annabel’s International Experience
Queensland teenager Annabel Kennedy returned from the opening round of the 2025 FIA Karting Academy Trophy – Senior armed with valuable international experience.
Hollywood Hits Asia IAME Series
Australia will have a Masters driver at the third round of the INF1NITY IAME Series Asia this weekend, in addition to a bunch drivers racing under the Birelart Asia banner.
Chelsea’s Back On Track
After two decades away from competitive karting, Chelsea Preen has found herself back on track – literally – thanks to a community that knows how to get behind one of their own (includes video)