Jan 05, 2018

2018 is here, and the new racing season is underway. The 2017 calendar year closed out and the 2018 season began with the same event, the annual WKA Daytona KartWeek. A unique event, combining three separate races at one facility. The Manufacturers Cup Series takes to the sprint track inside the NASCAR oval, the National […]

Dec 30, 2017

The final day of the 2017 WKA Daytona KartWeek provided the second round of racing, which begins the 2018 championship chases for the organization. The weather for the annual pilgrimage south to the Daytona International Speedway improved on Day 2, with the sun coming back for the final day of racing. The temp increased from […]

Dec 29, 2017

The opening day of racing at the annual WKA Daytona KartWeek was met with a wet Daytona International Speedway. The famed Daytona Beach, Florida facility is welcoming three events on its hallowed grounds, including the Margay Sprint Nationals around the infield karting circuit. Friday hosted the opening round of racing for the 2018 Manufacturers Cup […]

Dec 27, 2017

The time is here. Pack away the presents, try to vast for 24 hours after all the holiday food, and head down to the sunshine state of Florida for the World Karting Association Daytona KartWeek. Three unique events are set to take place at the Daytona International Speedway. The WKA Dirt World Championships and the […]

Dec 19, 2017

Rule Updates 312.11 B-STOCK FUEL — change spec fuel to open fuel  (typo) 103.2.1 change December 20 to December 25  — “any racing that occurs after December 25 is considered the next competition year” Tech Updates 618.9   Air leaks in castings may be repaired externally using epoxy or other sealing materials — any repairs of […]

Dec 19, 2017

With the Daytona event just around the corner, we wanted to remind our members about a few items that have changed since last year and about some that need emphasizing: All pets are required to be on a leash when in the pits and paddock area — absolutely no pets allowed at anytime in any […]

Dec 14, 2017

Clarifying yesterday’s announcement regarding Class Age Structure for the 2018 Manufacturers Cup Classes, starting with the Daytona event in a couple weeks, WKA Officials recognized that some of the terminology in the announcement and on the WKA website at the time of the announcement was inconsistent with the 2018 WKA Technical Manual.   Officially, as of […]

Dec 13, 2017

O Canada, ready to head south for some great 206 racing at Daytona International Speedway? Briggs & Stratton Racing wants to warm up your winter by covering your entry fee for the Margay Racing Ignite Dash at Daytona! If you’re north of the border and ready to race, register with us this week and your […]

Dec 11, 2017

WKA, with the help of REV BRANDING announces the start of a Daytona #KartWeek Facebook contest to get the engines running for this special week of racing.  Here are 5 points on how the contest works: 1) The top 5 best selfies (determined by the most likes & shares combined) using the #KartWeek hashtag AND tagging World […]

Dec 08, 2017

As a reminder, the pre-entry deadline is approaching fast. Entries must be received in the office by deadline or it will be considered at track pricing. Here is a look at each series’ pre-entry deadline.  To register, please click the links below each deadline: Daytona Road Race pre-entry deadline: Dec. 13th ENTRY BLANK Daytona Dirt […]

Nov 28, 2017

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 […]

Nov 27, 2017

The WKA would like to thank everyone for their patience in waiting on the Daytona Dirt World Dirt Entry sponsored by Vega Tires. The entry blank is now available. We look forward to seeing you at the newly improved flat track at Daytona International Speedway starting Wednesday December 27th, 2017!  See below for all the […]

Nov 27, 2017

WKA would like to thank Roebling Road Raceway for extending the offer to our racers and making available trailer storage at their facility in Bloomingdale, GA. Interested racers may drop their trailer off for storage on the way home from Daytona KartWeek. Trailers can be stored until WKA’s next Road Racing event at Roebling Road […]

Nov 22, 2017

Margay Racing is excited to announce the first round of entries for the inaugural Ignite Dash at Daytona at WKA Daytona Kart Week. Highlighting the entry list is a pair of emerging Indycar talents. The first to announce their entry is Andretti Autosport Indycar driver, Zach Veach. When asked about his return to karting, Veach […]

Nov 17, 2017

We are nearly to our most favorite race event of the year, Daytona KARTWEEK! With only 5 weeks left until the races, it is important to contact the WKA office if you are interested in the KA100 engine package deal. Please contact Kelly to make sure you get your engine in time for Daytona! With the […]

Nov 17, 2017

As Daytona KartWeek is quickly approaching, the World Karting Association’s office staff is working hard to guarantee that everything is ready for Karting’s greatest tradition. WKA and Daytona International Speedway understand the flat track conditions have been less than ideal. WKA and the Speedway have made big strides to improve the track this year. Everything […]

Nov 14, 2017

The Awards Banquet for the 2017 Manufacturer’s Cup season will be held Wednesday December 27th 7:00pm at The Plaza Spa and Resort.  The Plaza Resort and Spa has made available a special room rates for WKA members for anyone wanting to stay on Daytona’s famous beach.  See below for details: *** The Plaza Resort & […]

Nov 14, 2017

Beginning with the first race of the 2018 season in Daytona, December 27-30, 2017, WKA will be introducing a tire distribution system for all their Manufacturer’s Cup Series events. The reasoning behind this plan is two-fold: This eliminates any rumors about tires that may have circulated in the past. It serves as a small profit […]

Nov 03, 2017

With the creation of the new KA100 Senior class for the 2018 Manufactures Cup series, IAME USA East is offering a free KA100 engine package to the first 20 drivers who enter the KA100 Senior class for the entire WKA Manufacturer’s Cup six race season in 2018 starting with Daytona December 28-30th, 2017. Registrants must […]

Oct 31, 2017

The Daytona Road Race Championships entry blank and schedule are now available.  To view and print them, click the links below: ENTRY BLANK SCHEDULE