May 08, 2026

The World Karting Association (WKA) is pleased to announce the seating of four new Trustees following elections held in April. The updated Trustee District Map is attached. Each Trustee will serve a three-year term helping guide the direction of the organization and represent WKA members across their respective districts. The newly seated Trustees are: District […]

Jan 21, 2026

In a continued effort to highlight the many outstanding performances by drivers around the country, eKartingNews.com is proud to introduce the ‘Driver of the Month’ program. Each month, the staff at EKN will determine the one driver who stood out above the rest and give the viewers a chance to know exactly what they accomplished […]

Mar 12, 2025

The World Karting Association (WKA) is excited to announce the appointment of Scott Sanders as the new Road Race Liaison. “By establishing this position, I’m confident that our road racers will now have a dedicated point of contact moving forward,” said WKA President Kevin Williams. In his new role, Scott will facilitate communication between racers […]

Feb 27, 2025

With a very busy Road Racing Calendar and events so close to each other throughout the year, racers have expressed their concerns that some events are simply not feasible to attend.  Responding to these comments, WKA has realigned its 2025 National Road Racing Schedule and announced its 2026 National Road Racing Schedule. First, WKA has […]

Jan 29, 2025

In an effort to support Rockingham in the repaving process for their upcoming NASCAR event, World Karting Association (WKA) officials worked with track personnel to determine the best outcome. With the track under new ownership and going through a rigorous rebuild process that includes repaving the entire facility, originally the move was made from the […]

Jan 21, 2025

In a continued effort to highlight the many outstanding performances by drivers around the country, eKartingNews.com is proud to introduce the ‘Driver of the Month’ program. Each month, the staff at EKN will determine the one driver who stood out above the rest and give the viewers a chance to know exactly what they accomplished […]

Jun 18, 2024

Blue Shock Race (BSR) and the World Karting Association (WKA) introduce the American Electric Kart Championship, a new competition debuting in 2024. This event will commence with two demo events at Whiteland Raceway Park, Indiana on October 25-26, and Jacksonville Park, Florida on November 22-24. These demos will showcase the high-performance BSR-X4 karts, offering attendees […]

May 13, 2024

Always looking to be innovative and adjust their program for the future, the World Karting Association (WKA) and Blue Shock Race Electric Karting have formed a partnership for Sprint racing programs in the United States. With exhibition races planned in 2024, the Electric kart class will be added full-time in the 2025 race season. “Since […]

Mar 08, 2024

Event planning never stops at the World Karting Association (WKA) as officials are pleased to announce their 2024 National Road Race campaign.  As the only karting organization with a place for all types of competitive karting, the last piece of the 2024 puzzle is finally in place, with a refined, efficient schedule. “We realize this is a […]

Jan 12, 2024

In a world of price uncertainty, Officials at the World Karting Association (WKA) have worked hard to ensure its track partners maintain the same pricing and structure as they enjoyed in 2023. As the largest karting organization and the leader in providing a structured, comprehensive online set of regulations, available only to WKA Members and Member Clubs/Tracks, […]

Jan 08, 2024

In a continued effort to highlight the many outstanding performances by drivers around the country, eKartingNews.com is proud to introduce the ‘Driver of the Month’ program. Each month, the staff at EKN will determine the one driver who stood out above the rest and give the viewers a chance to know exactly what they accomplished […]

Jan 05, 2024

The 50th Anniversary of the World Karting Association Daytona KartWeek took place over December 28-30 to complete the 2023 calendar season. Karters from across North America gathered at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida to compete in three different karting disciplines. The ‘World Center of Racing’ welcomed dirt oval, road racing and sprint […]

Dec 28, 2023

The following is the full EKN Trackside coverage for the 2004 World Karting Association Daytona KartWeek, held at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. Rob Howden and David Cole made their first journey to the holiday season event, taking in the Manufacturers Cup Series race on the sprint track and the National Road […]

Dec 01, 2023

eKartingNews has launched a new program for social media and the EKN Radio Network – Face2Face. The show is broadcasted live over Facebook and YouTube, with the audio version making its way to the only 24 hour / 7 days a week radio station. Face2Face returns as EKN welcomes back Margay Racing’s Keith Freber. It’s […]

Oct 03, 2023

As details continue to be released for the 50th running of WKA’s Daytona KartWeek, series officials are reminding Road Racers of important, time-sensitive information. Non-sponsor garage reservations will open tonight, Friday, September 29 at 7pm Eastern. The link will appear on the World Karting Association Facebook page at this time. Daytona KartWeek Road Race entry […]

Sep 25, 2023

Reserved numbers for Daytona KartWeek and the 2024 season is now open for all Road Race, Manufacturer’s Cup and Gold Cup drivers online only through Race Select. Road Race drivers can choose up to three numbers, while Man Cup and Gold Cup drivers can choose one number per class listed. Your 2024 WKA Membership must […]

Sep 19, 2023

With plans for the 50th running of World Karting Association’s Daytona KartWeek underway, WKA officials are inviting all Road Race sponsors, past or new, to request garages for the December 28-30 event. “Anyone wanting to sponsor or who has sponsored in the past, please send me an email no later than this Thursday,” explains WKA’s […]

Sep 18, 2023

The World Karting Association is pleased to open a new Membership portal through Race Select. Moving event registration to Race Select mid-season, WKA Membership can now be obtained through the same site. “As in years past, WKA Membership will be required for Daytona KartWeek,” explains WKA President Kevin Williams. “We are offering a Membership special […]

Sep 08, 2023

The Hot Seat is back, after a busy summer season that kept us away from breaking out the mics trackside. Seeking some air conditioning during the United States Pro Kart Series Ohio Grand Prix at the Motorsports Country Club of Cincinnati Kart Plex, EKN Managing Editor David Cole was able to grab series announcer and […]

Jul 20, 2023

With only two events left on the 2023 WKA National Road Race schedule, information is now available for the Kershaw event over Labor Day weekend. Set for September 1-3 at Carolina Motorsports Park, entry will open tonight, Wednesday, July 19, at 7pm Eastern. “A reminder for all road racers, entry is time stamped and processed […]