Oct 30, 2017

The 2018 version of the World Karting Association Technical Manual is currently at the printer, and will be available in the month of November. While Master Members will be receiving their latest edition in the mail, those wishing to purchase a Tech Manual are more than welcome to contact the WKA Office at anytime to […]

Oct 30, 2017

In a statement from the World Karting Association this morning, and through a post by Buddy Long on Facebook, the two parties have decided to end their relationship. Long, who was the Communications & Logistics Coordinator with WKA, posted to Facebook that he worked his final day at the organization as of October 27. Long’s […]

Oct 27, 2017

Per the WKA Board of Trustees Meeting in May of 2017, beginning with the season opening Manufacturers Cup Series event at Daytona in December, the IAME Junior Restricted Header Size will be changed to 26mm. The 29mm header that was used in the 2017 season will no longer be valid. Additionally, for both the IAME Junior and […]

Oct 26, 2017

As preparations for the latest edition of Daytona KartWeek approach, WKA Officials are happy to release the 2018 version of the National Road Race Schedule. As a long standing participant in Daytona KartWeek, the Road Race Series will again kick off what will amount to a 7 race national schedule beginning at the World Center […]

Oct 25, 2017

On September the 18th, 2017 the American Kart Racing Association(AKRA) was served with a lawsuit filed the World Karting Association(WKA). AKRA believes this action to be frivolous and without merit. AKRA will defend itself vigorously and looks forward to presenting facts surrounding this litigation. As this is a pending legal matter, Counsel for AKRA has […]

Oct 25, 2017

The 2017 WKA Manufacturers Cup Series closed out its 2017 season at the GoPro Motorplex in Mooresville, North Carolina in mid-October with the running of the Top Kart USA Grand Nationals. A solid turnout of 150 entries was logged in the eight championship categories, in addition to one local option division. The paddock enjoyed great […]

Oct 24, 2017

Last week, karters on social media began discussing a rumor going around about the World Karting Association losing their ‘legal name’. President John Ferris released this statement last night to ensure the organization has not ‘lost’ anything and it is business as usual at the Concord, North Carolina office. Dear WKA Member: We hope this […]

Oct 18, 2017

The best X30 drivers from around the world converged on the Le Mans Karting International circuit in France for the sixth edition of the IAME International Final. A total of 454 drivers took part in the six categories in the week long event alongside the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans road circuit. A total […]

Oct 15, 2017

The 2017 WKA Manufacturers Cup Series closed out with Championship Sunday at the GoPro Motorplex in Mooresville, North Carolina for the Top Kart USA Grand Nationals. Eight WKA Eagle trophies for the winners were awarded on Saturday, with another group of eight for those who would end Sunday on top of the podium. The day […]

Oct 14, 2017

The 2017 WKA Manufacturers Cup Series Top Kart USA Grand Nationals completed the opening day at the GoPro Motorplex in Mooresville, North Carolina on Saturday. Clouds surrounded the area until they broke up, bringing in warmer temperatures and bright sunshine as the nine categories completed the day. The championship chases were further defined with the […]

Oct 12, 2017

This weekend is the chance for drivers in the WKA Manufacturers Cup Series to take home the famed ‘Eagle’ trophy. The Top Kart USA Grand Nationals is set for October 13-15 at the GoPro Motorplex in Mooresville, North Carolina. The Championship chases in the eight categories of the series will conclude with the ninth and […]

Oct 11, 2017

The World Karting Association Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup Series is putting the 2017 season in the books this weekend, hosting the Top Kart USA Grand Nationals at the GoPro Motorplex. The October 13-15 event is the fifth stop of 2017, set to host Round 9 and 10 in the best of eight title chase for the […]

Oct 11, 2017

The local hardware store in Barnesville, Georgia is stocking back up on brooms this week, following the sweep by 6 drivers this past weekend, as the RLV Tuned Exhaust Products Gold Cup Series stormed into the Lamar County Speedway for the Barnesville Bash, fending off the challenges of Hurricane Nate, and ending the season on a most […]

Oct 09, 2017

The sixth edition of the IAME International Final is underway as the top X30 Challenge competitors from around the world converge on the Le Mans Karting International circuit in France. Six divisions are set to compete at the famed facility, with a strong increase in participation from driver that call the United States of America […]

Oct 09, 2017

With the World Karting Association (WKA) Manufacturers Cup finale set to take the green flag this coming weekend, series officials extend entry deadline while Bridgestone Tires announce free tires for all competitors that are entered. “Due to a logistical issue with the shipper of the container, YLC rear tires will not arrive in time for […]

Oct 04, 2017

While it may just be the second race of the season for the RLV Tuned Exhaust ProductsGold Cup Series, national championship hopes hang in the balance for drivers in the 8 national classes this weekend at Lamar County Speedway in the Barnesville Bash. Drivers eligible for a title will have to have entered in all 4 […]

Oct 02, 2017

The popular Margay Ignite program that featured a 46-kart field at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and 54 entries at the Rock Island Grand Prix earlier this year will take the green flag inside the World Center of Racing this December 27-30 as part of the WKA Manufacturers Cup Series.  Added as a local option class, […]

Sep 29, 2017

World Karting Officials are proud to announce the addition of the IAME KA100 Senior Class as part of the national class structure for 2018 for the Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup Series. The series, which will kick off its 2018 season Dec 28-30 at Daytona International Speedway, will again feature 8 national classes, including; Micro Swift Mini […]

Sep 29, 2017

With the finale for the Bridgestone Manufacturers Cup Series quickly approaching, so is the pre entry deadline for competitors wishing to compete in the TopKart USA Grand Nationals Oct 13-15 at GoPro Motorplex in Mooresville, North Carolina. Those wishing to take advantage of pre entry pricing have until Friday October 6th. The Grand National event will also determine the 2017 […]

Sep 28, 2017

To view the latest trustee and board meeting minutes, click the buttons below to be redirected to our website. Board Meeting Minutes: September 6-7th, 2017 Trustee Meeting Minutes: September 21st, 2017